Chamber Theater (Cherepovets)

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  • Камерный театр (Череповец). Photo 1
  • Камерный театр (Череповец). Photo 2
  • Камерный театр (Череповец). Photo 3

Description

The history of the development of theatrical art in Cherepovets over many years goes back to ancient times. Back in the 60s of the 20th century, the first mentions of theatrical activity in the city appeared. Initially, these were meetings of a musical and dramatic circle, in which noble representatives of society - merchants, nobles and officials - actively participated. By 1899, the circle was renamed the Theater of the Cherepovets District Trusteeship of People's Sobriety, which attracted the attention of spectators with performances based on the works of classics, such as “Boris Godunov” and “The Inspector General” by Gogol.

With the outbreak of World War I, proceeds from performances were used to support wounded and sick soldiers. In 1914, construction began on a new building for the theater, although there were not enough funds to complete it. Nevertheless, the theater building surprised with its beauty and sophistication - the beautiful foyer, elegant auditorium and velvet curtain especially attracted attention. By 1916, there were already two main troupes operating in the city, which merged together in the theater building in 1919.

After the Victory in the Great Patriotic War, in 1948, the government decided to make theaters self-sufficient, which led to the closure of the theater in 1949. However, in 1997 a decision was made to restore the professional theater in Cherepovets. The first performance after the restoration of the theater was L. Zorin’s play “The Stormy Days of Garunsky”.

Currently, the Cherepovets Chamber Theater offers audiences a variety of productions - from adults and children to family performances. The theater actively participates in various festivals both in Russia and abroad. Visiting troupes from different cities of Russia performed on its stage. In addition, the theater foyer often becomes a place for exhibitions of artists' works.

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