The Bolshoi Theatre (Russian:Большо́й теа́тр, tr.Bol'shoy Teatr. Translation: Big Theatre;IPA:[bɐlʲˈʂoj tʲɪˈatər]) is a historic theatre in Moscow, Russia, designed by architect Joseph Bové, which holds performances of ballet and opera. The theatre's original name was the Imperial Bolshoi Theatre of Moscow, while the St. Petersburg Bolshoi Theatre (demolished in 1886), was called the Imperial Bolshoi Kamenny Theatre.
At that time, all Russian theatres were imperial property. Moscow and St. Petersburg each had only two theatres, one intended for opera and ballet (these were known as the Bolshoi Theatres), and one for plays (tragedies and comedies). Because opera and ballet were considered nobler than drama, the opera houses were named "Grand Theatres" ("Bolshoi" is Russian for "large" or "grand") and the drama theatres were called the "Smaller Theatre" ("Maly" is Russian for "small", "lesser", or "little").
The Bolshoi Theatre in Moscow opened on January 18, 1825. On July 2, 2005, the historic building of the Bolshoi Theatre was closed for renovation. For 6 long years, strenuous work was carried out to rebuild, improve the technical capabilities of the stage, restore the historical details of the building. The Bolshoi Theatre opened on October 28, 2011. The complexity of the work was driven by 85% manual labour requirement: because construction had to be carried out in the underground part of the theatre there is practically no mechanisation of labour.
Repairs were initially estimated at $610 million but engineers found that more than 75% of the structure was unstable, and as a result, the cost estimate jumped to approximately $850 million. After the work, however, it was announced that only...
published: 04 Sep 2021
Swan Lake: 4 Little Swans [Bolshoi Ballet]
From the Bolshoi Ballet: The famous 4 Little Swans pas de quatre from the Bolshoi Ballet's performance of Swan Lake, starring Svetlana Zakharova and Denis Rodkin.
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published: 27 Feb 2018
Bolshoi Theatre reopens
Moscow's Bolshoi Theatre has reopened after a restoration running into hundreds of millions of pounds.
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Tchaikovsky - Swan Lake (Bolshoi Ballet)
published: 04 Jun 2023
Former dancer: Bolshoi acts like brothel
Former Bolshoi prima ballerina Anastasia Volochkova talks to CNN about her experience at the ballet and the controversy.
published: 22 Mar 2013
An American at the Bolshoi | The New York Times
A 15-year-old girl from Texas moves to Moscow to train at the Bolshoi Academy, which has long produced many of the world's ballet greats. Her dream is to dance with the Bolshoi Ballet company.
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The Sleeping Beauty | Bolshoi Ballet | 2011
Recording of the Bolshoi Ballet's production of The Sleeping Beauty from 2011.
Cast: David Hallberg, Svetlana Zakharova, Maria Allash, Artem Ovcharenko, Nina Kaptsova.
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Nastya shows The BOLSHOI THEATRE - historic theatre in Moscow
The Bolshoi Theatre in Moscow opened on January 18, 1825. On July 2, 2005, the historic building of the Bolshoi Theatre was closed for renovation. For 6 long ye...
The Bolshoi Theatre in Moscow opened on January 18, 1825. On July 2, 2005, the historic building of the Bolshoi Theatre was closed for renovation. For 6 long years, strenuous work was carried out to rebuild, improve the technical capabilities of the stage, restore the historical details of the building. The Bolshoi Theatre opened on October 28, 2011. The complexity of the work was driven by 85% manual labour requirement: because construction had to be carried out in the underground part of the theatre there is practically no mechanisation of labour.
Repairs were initially estimated at $610 million but engineers found that more than 75% of the structure was unstable, and as a result, the cost estimate jumped to approximately $850 million. After the work, however, it was announced that only $688 mil had been spent. According to The Moscow Times, the true cost may have been double that, and Der Spiegel quotes a figure of $1.1 billion. The rebuilding and renovation were funded entirely by the federal government.
After reconstruction, the theatre has 13 floors - 7 aboveground and 6 underground.
The area of the Bolshoi Theatre has doubled and amounted to 80 thousand square meters.
The Bolshoi's Orchestra pit is the largest in Europe suitable for 130 orchestras.
Historically, the building was designed for only 200 artists, but now its main troupe consists of 2,000 people.
The renovation included an improvement in acoustics, to attempt to replicate the sound believed to have existed in pre-Soviet times, and the restoration of the original Imperial decor.
Above the stage, The Bolshoi Theatre has a belfry of 20 bells.
The movable orchestra pit has been provided with extra space under the fore-stage. This makes it one of the biggest orchestra pits in the world seating up to 130 musicians, which is necessary for the performance of such large-scale works as, for instance, Wagner operas. When required the pit can be removed to host presentations, big-scale events and competitions.
The stage of the Bolshoi Theatre is not flat, it has a 7-degree slope. From the point of view of theatre directors, an oblique stage can heighten a sense of depth and dimension in production or choreography. However, actors and dancers accustomed to performing on level stages may have some problems when performing on an incline. The most common problem is the loss of balance. Also, some dancers sometimes complain of dizziness.
The five tiers of the auditorium can accommodate over 1800 spectators. The total area of the hall, which is located on six underground levels, is 7.5 thousand square meters.
In terms of its acoustic properties, it is considered one of the best in the world (by the end of the 19th century, it was the number one theatre in the world).
State of the art machinery has been installed in the stage-house. The Bolshoi Theatre Historic stage now consists of seven two-tier rising and descending platforms. These platforms can easily change their positions, thus the stage can become horizontal, raked or stepped. The stage and backstage area can be united which creates a stage space of incredible depth.
New upper stage equipment, remotely controlled by a computer, makes it possible to derive maximum use from lighting, sound and visual effects. Cutting edge rigs have been installed for the deployment of lanterns, special effects apparatus and acoustics.
Music: Waltz from “Swan Lake” by P. I. Tchaikovsky
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The Bolshoi Theatre in Moscow opened on January 18, 1825. On July 2, 2005, the historic building of the Bolshoi Theatre was closed for renovation. For 6 long years, strenuous work was carried out to rebuild, improve the technical capabilities of the stage, restore the historical details of the building. The Bolshoi Theatre opened on October 28, 2011. The complexity of the work was driven by 85% manual labour requirement: because construction had to be carried out in the underground part of the theatre there is practically no mechanisation of labour.
Repairs were initially estimated at $610 million but engineers found that more than 75% of the structure was unstable, and as a result, the cost estimate jumped to approximately $850 million. After the work, however, it was announced that only $688 mil had been spent. According to The Moscow Times, the true cost may have been double that, and Der Spiegel quotes a figure of $1.1 billion. The rebuilding and renovation were funded entirely by the federal government.
After reconstruction, the theatre has 13 floors - 7 aboveground and 6 underground.
The area of the Bolshoi Theatre has doubled and amounted to 80 thousand square meters.
The Bolshoi's Orchestra pit is the largest in Europe suitable for 130 orchestras.
Historically, the building was designed for only 200 artists, but now its main troupe consists of 2,000 people.
The renovation included an improvement in acoustics, to attempt to replicate the sound believed to have existed in pre-Soviet times, and the restoration of the original Imperial decor.
Above the stage, The Bolshoi Theatre has a belfry of 20 bells.
The movable orchestra pit has been provided with extra space under the fore-stage. This makes it one of the biggest orchestra pits in the world seating up to 130 musicians, which is necessary for the performance of such large-scale works as, for instance, Wagner operas. When required the pit can be removed to host presentations, big-scale events and competitions.
The stage of the Bolshoi Theatre is not flat, it has a 7-degree slope. From the point of view of theatre directors, an oblique stage can heighten a sense of depth and dimension in production or choreography. However, actors and dancers accustomed to performing on level stages may have some problems when performing on an incline. The most common problem is the loss of balance. Also, some dancers sometimes complain of dizziness.
The five tiers of the auditorium can accommodate over 1800 spectators. The total area of the hall, which is located on six underground levels, is 7.5 thousand square meters.
In terms of its acoustic properties, it is considered one of the best in the world (by the end of the 19th century, it was the number one theatre in the world).
State of the art machinery has been installed in the stage-house. The Bolshoi Theatre Historic stage now consists of seven two-tier rising and descending platforms. These platforms can easily change their positions, thus the stage can become horizontal, raked or stepped. The stage and backstage area can be united which creates a stage space of incredible depth.
New upper stage equipment, remotely controlled by a computer, makes it possible to derive maximum use from lighting, sound and visual effects. Cutting edge rigs have been installed for the deployment of lanterns, special effects apparatus and acoustics.
Music: Waltz from “Swan Lake” by P. I. Tchaikovsky
#bolshoitheatre #moscowbolshoitheatre #moscowtravel #большойтеатр #travelrussia #traveltorussia #russiatravel #visitrussia #visitmoscow
From the Bolshoi Ballet: The famous 4 Little Swans pas de quatre from the Bolshoi Ballet's performance of Swan Lake, starring Svetlana Zakharova and Denis Rodki...
From the Bolshoi Ballet: The famous 4 Little Swans pas de quatre from the Bolshoi Ballet's performance of Swan Lake, starring Svetlana Zakharova and Denis Rodkin.
To watch the whole program, visit http://www.marqueearts.tv and start your free trial today!
From the Bolshoi Ballet: The famous 4 Little Swans pas de quatre from the Bolshoi Ballet's performance of Swan Lake, starring Svetlana Zakharova and Denis Rodkin.
To watch the whole program, visit http://www.marqueearts.tv and start your free trial today!
A 15-year-old girl from Texas moves to Moscow to train at the Bolshoi Academy, which has long produced many of the world's ballet greats. Her dream is to dance ...
A 15-year-old girl from Texas moves to Moscow to train at the Bolshoi Academy, which has long produced many of the world's ballet greats. Her dream is to dance with the Bolshoi Ballet company.
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Recording of the Bolshoi Ballet's production of The Sleeping Beauty from 2011.
Cast: David Hallberg, Svetlana Zakharova, Maria Allash, Artem Ovcharenko, Nina ...
Recording of the Bolshoi Ballet's production of The Sleeping Beauty from 2011.
Cast: David Hallberg, Svetlana Zakharova, Maria Allash, Artem Ovcharenko, Nina Kaptsova.
Section 107 of the Copyright Act provides the statutory framework for determining whether something is a fair use and identifies certain types of uses—such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research—as examples of activities that may qualify as fair use.
Recording of the Bolshoi Ballet's production of The Sleeping Beauty from 2011.
Cast: David Hallberg, Svetlana Zakharova, Maria Allash, Artem Ovcharenko, Nina Kaptsova.
Section 107 of the Copyright Act provides the statutory framework for determining whether something is a fair use and identifies certain types of uses—such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research—as examples of activities that may qualify as fair use.
The Bolshoi Theatre in Moscow opened on January 18, 1825. On July 2, 2005, the historic building of the Bolshoi Theatre was closed for renovation. For 6 long years, strenuous work was carried out to rebuild, improve the technical capabilities of the stage, restore the historical details of the building. The Bolshoi Theatre opened on October 28, 2011. The complexity of the work was driven by 85% manual labour requirement: because construction had to be carried out in the underground part of the theatre there is practically no mechanisation of labour.
Repairs were initially estimated at $610 million but engineers found that more than 75% of the structure was unstable, and as a result, the cost estimate jumped to approximately $850 million. After the work, however, it was announced that only $688 mil had been spent. According to The Moscow Times, the true cost may have been double that, and Der Spiegel quotes a figure of $1.1 billion. The rebuilding and renovation were funded entirely by the federal government.
After reconstruction, the theatre has 13 floors - 7 aboveground and 6 underground.
The area of the Bolshoi Theatre has doubled and amounted to 80 thousand square meters.
The Bolshoi's Orchestra pit is the largest in Europe suitable for 130 orchestras.
Historically, the building was designed for only 200 artists, but now its main troupe consists of 2,000 people.
The renovation included an improvement in acoustics, to attempt to replicate the sound believed to have existed in pre-Soviet times, and the restoration of the original Imperial decor.
Above the stage, The Bolshoi Theatre has a belfry of 20 bells.
The movable orchestra pit has been provided with extra space under the fore-stage. This makes it one of the biggest orchestra pits in the world seating up to 130 musicians, which is necessary for the performance of such large-scale works as, for instance, Wagner operas. When required the pit can be removed to host presentations, big-scale events and competitions.
The stage of the Bolshoi Theatre is not flat, it has a 7-degree slope. From the point of view of theatre directors, an oblique stage can heighten a sense of depth and dimension in production or choreography. However, actors and dancers accustomed to performing on level stages may have some problems when performing on an incline. The most common problem is the loss of balance. Also, some dancers sometimes complain of dizziness.
The five tiers of the auditorium can accommodate over 1800 spectators. The total area of the hall, which is located on six underground levels, is 7.5 thousand square meters.
In terms of its acoustic properties, it is considered one of the best in the world (by the end of the 19th century, it was the number one theatre in the world).
State of the art machinery has been installed in the stage-house. The Bolshoi Theatre Historic stage now consists of seven two-tier rising and descending platforms. These platforms can easily change their positions, thus the stage can become horizontal, raked or stepped. The stage and backstage area can be united which creates a stage space of incredible depth.
New upper stage equipment, remotely controlled by a computer, makes it possible to derive maximum use from lighting, sound and visual effects. Cutting edge rigs have been installed for the deployment of lanterns, special effects apparatus and acoustics.
Music: Waltz from “Swan Lake” by P. I. Tchaikovsky
#bolshoitheatre #moscowbolshoitheatre #moscowtravel #большойтеатр #travelrussia #traveltorussia #russiatravel #visitrussia #visitmoscow
From the Bolshoi Ballet: The famous 4 Little Swans pas de quatre from the Bolshoi Ballet's performance of Swan Lake, starring Svetlana Zakharova and Denis Rodkin.
To watch the whole program, visit http://www.marqueearts.tv and start your free trial today!
A 15-year-old girl from Texas moves to Moscow to train at the Bolshoi Academy, which has long produced many of the world's ballet greats. Her dream is to dance with the Bolshoi Ballet company.
Related Article: http://nyti.ms/c42jfm
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Recording of the Bolshoi Ballet's production of The Sleeping Beauty from 2011.
Cast: David Hallberg, Svetlana Zakharova, Maria Allash, Artem Ovcharenko, Nina Kaptsova.
Section 107 of the Copyright Act provides the statutory framework for determining whether something is a fair use and identifies certain types of uses—such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research—as examples of activities that may qualify as fair use.
The Bolshoi Theatre (Russian:Большо́й теа́тр, tr.Bol'shoy Teatr. Translation: Big Theatre;IPA:[bɐlʲˈʂoj tʲɪˈatər]) is a historic theatre in Moscow, Russia, designed by architect Joseph Bové, which holds performances of ballet and opera. The theatre's original name was the Imperial Bolshoi Theatre of Moscow, while the St. Petersburg Bolshoi Theatre (demolished in 1886), was called the Imperial Bolshoi Kamenny Theatre.
At that time, all Russian theatres were imperial property. Moscow and St. Petersburg each had only two theatres, one intended for opera and ballet (these were known as the Bolshoi Theatres), and one for plays (tragedies and comedies). Because opera and ballet were considered nobler than drama, the opera houses were named "Grand Theatres" ("Bolshoi" is Russian for "large" or "grand") and the drama theatres were called the "Smaller Theatre" ("Maly" is Russian for "small", "lesser", or "little").