State Puppet Theater, Rostov-on-Don: description and reviews

The puppet theater (Rostov-on-Don), whose address is per. University, 46? - one of the oldest in our country. It is always very comfortable, cozy, reigns an amazing atmosphere of good, and in the repertoire - only the most interesting and instructive stories designed to make the world better and cleaner.

History of the theater

Rostov State Puppet Theater named after V. S. Yakovlev has a long and glorious history. The origins of its creation in the twenties of the last century was a group of puppeteers who began to give performances for the youngest townspeople. Among them were such wonderful masters as G. Pidko, M. Kushnarenko, S. Isaeva, L. Chubkov, S. Ulybashev, A. Derkach, and others. Their performances were so fascinating, interesting for kids and really talented, that the city committee of the Komsomol decided to create a puppet theater.

His first audience was in 1935. At different times the Rostov State Puppet Theater was headed by many famous directors: Stanislavsky's pupil - Boris Sakhnovsky, the student of VE Meyerhold - Leonid Stelmakhovich. The artistic management of the theater for 35 years was headed by a talented pupil S. V. Obraztsova - Vladimir S. Bylkov

V.S. Bylkov

Vladimir Sergeevich Bylkov headed the city puppet theater (Rostov-on-Don) in 1968. Before that, he was the chief director of the children's theater in Vladikavkaz. When Vladimir Sergeevich took part in the festival of puppeteers in Volgograd, the former director of the Rostov Puppet Theater drew attention to him. Bylkov struck him with talent and was invited to the troupe, first for one production, but then he was persuaded to stay on a permanent basis.

A pupil of Sergei Obraztsov himself, Vladimir Sergeyevich already made a sensation with his first works. During his service in the theater, the wonderful master has staged more than one hundred and fifty performances. Critics noted that in his works he talked in an adult way with his little spectators about the soul and ideals, values and the Motherland. All the performances of Yakovlev were distinguished by high morality. On these productions, several generations of Rostov audiences have grown up, who have learned love and compassion, honesty and kindness, loyalty and friendship.

The works of V. S. Yakovlev were awarded with diplomas, medals, diplomas. In 1992, he was awarded the title of "People's Artist of Russia".

New artistic director

Today the puppet theater (Rostov-on-Don) is headed by the son of the famous director - A.V. Bylkov-Krat. After graduating from Rostov University in 1991 he went to work in the theater working stage. Two years later he passed his examinations in the theater school and got a profession as a director.

The son of a great master, whose name is the oldest Puppet Theater (Rostov), Andrei Vladimirovich is no less talented than Vladimir Sergeevich. Over the years he has already performed more than thirty performances. Many of his productions were awarded awards and prizes. The post of the main director Bylkov Jr. took place in 2003. Colleagues consider him a workaholic. In his work, his organizational skills, great skill and diligence help him. He devotes much time to the formation of his creative team.

Since 1999, A.V. Bylkov teaches scenic speech, the skill of the puppet actor and the history of the puppet theater in the city's art school. On his initiative, the Museum of playing dolls began its work at the theater. Anyone interested in the intermission or before the performance can attend it. A few years ago A. Bylova-Krata was invited to the International Union of Puppeteers, which is based in France.

Troupe

The Puppet Theater (Rostov) is quite a small collective. There are few artists working here, but they are all professionals of the highest level.

Leading artists of the theater:

• Marina Trudkova.
• Elena Klimenko.
• Svetlana Mityushina.
• Mikhail Alexandrov.
• Galina Keklikova.
• Mikhail Kharamanov.
• Elena Grachev.

Many actors of the theater were awarded with gratitude, have certificates of honor from the city administration, the Ministry of Culture and even the president of Russia.

Repertoire

The Rostov State Puppet Theater, whose address is well known to both small admirers of theatrical art, and their parents (Univesitet, 46), has in its repertoire performances for very young spectators (0+) and for older children (4+).

Every weekday (except Monday) opens its doors to a small theater stage. In a very cozy and spacious hall is a colorful scene. The performances here last not for long, but they are all capacious, cognitive and very bright.

On weekends, older guys can attend performances on the big stage. The main principle of the troupe's work is its simplicity and accessibility. Actors manage to reach the hearts of small viewers, instill in them love for art, Various systems of dolls, light and musical design, special effects - all this makes fairy tales alive and joyful.

The Puppet Theater (Rostov-on-Don) fruitfully cooperates with many invited directors, famous composers and writers. The troupe plans to stage performances for the adult audience: Faust, Romeo and Juliet. And the kids today can see the following performances:

• "Pinocchio".
• "Flint".
• "Puss in Boots".
• "The Tale of the Silent Don".
• The Magic Spike.
• "Dr. Aibolit".
• "Fly Tsokotukha".
• "Damn good fellow."
• "Nutcracker".
• "The Scarlet Flower".
• "Foal".
• "Birthday of the cat Leopold."
• "How to call it will respond and so will" and others.

The cost of tickets is from 200 to 400 rubles, depending on how closely the place is located to the stage.

Theatrical drawing room

Every weekend here artists introduce their guests to the theater. They learn to distinguish dolls and create their own, tell about the history of the oldest theater in the country, with the help of simple cheerful exercises, develop speech of kids, introduce biographies of great composers and their works.

Tour

The Puppet Theater (Rostov) conducts an active tour activity. He exports his productions to the cities of Russia, as well as to near and far abroad. To date, the troupe has visited Chisinau and Sanremo, Kharkov and Elista, Monte Carlo and Cannes, Stavropol and Helsinki, Monaco and Strasbourg, Edinburgh and Frankfurt am Main and many other cities around the world.

Wherever the Puppet Theater (Rostov) performs, the performances are sold out. The theater has already visited the theater three times with creative reports in the capital of our country, where it was highly appreciated by theater critics, the public, and the hospitable reception of small and adult viewers. At one time, even the "patriarch" puppeteers of Russia - S. V. Obraztsov highly appreciated the original work of the unique troupe of the theater.

The problems of theater

The modern building of the theater was built in the sixties of the last century on the site of the destroyed Greek Annunciation Church, located here since 1909. In the thirties of the XX century it was converted into a children's technical station. The building of the puppet theater was erected on the old foundation of the church, partially used church walls, preserved during the demolition.

In the early 2000s, the idea of evicting a puppet theater from the building that belonged to him was first voiced. She was motivated by the fact that the building of the theater is located on the site of the former church. The city authorities met and provided a place for the construction of a new church, nearby, not far from the public library. However, after some time, the diocese again appealed to the Ministry of Property Relations of the region. This appeal referred to the law "On the Return of Church Lands", and another demand was made to return the building.

In May 2014, at the initiative of the publishing house "Peasants", a collection of signatures of opponents of such a decision was organized. Its purpose was to prevent eviction of the puppet theater from the building. In March 2016 the deputy governor of the region S. Bondarev officially announced that the building of the puppet theater will be transferred to the ROC. The theater must move to the building located on Krasnoarmeyskaya street until the end of October 2019.

I must say that this decision was greeted with grief by numerous spectators and admirers of the work of this oldest theater. The initiative group, consisting of active public figures, believes that the struggle is not over. They are sure that they will be able to protect their favorite theater from eviction.

Reviews

According to Rostovites and guests of the city, the Puppet Theater is a unique place created for the development and upbringing of children. Here there are talented and not indifferent people, who love their profession, small viewers, for the sake of which they work, create magnificent performances. The overwhelming majority of parents who once were themselves spectators say that a special atmosphere of kindness and fairy tales has been created here that distinguishes this theater from other children's institutions of the city.