Excursion "Walk on the Mikhailovsky Theater"

Excursion to the Mikhailovsky Theater

Excursion description:

The Excursion “Walk around the Mikhailovsky Theater” will give you a unique opportunity to get acquainted with the many-sided history of the theater, listen to the fascinating story of an experienced specialist about the planning of the building and its legendary past, see the cozy interiors of the most charming imperial theater of the Northern capital and admire the magnificent auditorium right from the Imperial Lodge. You will visit the exposition of the museum, which includes original stage costumes and theatrical models, historical posters and sketches of decorations by famous artists. You will see an exhibition of caricatures of French actor Paul Robert, the author of sketches of the backstage life of the Mikhailovsky Theater of the late XIX - early XX century, and see what happens behind the scenes of your favorite theater today. You can have a look at the acting theatrical make-up room, view the stage complex from unusual angles, learn all the secrets of the theatrical makeup and even see a fragment of the rehearsal on the “Walk around the Mikhailovsky Theater”!

The Mikhailovsky Theater Museum is the place where its richest 180-year history appears in exhibits reflecting the most important events of the city’s oldest musical ensemble. Unique posters, sketches of scenery and costumes, created by the best theater artists, engravings, depicting the faces of those who defined theater successes in the past, priceless photographs that preserved interesting rehearsal and stage moments, bright costumes and author's models allow visitors to get an idea of ​​the theater's activities.

The museum is located on the 2nd tier.