Point of interest
Mikhailovsky Theatre
167 locals recommend
Location
1 Ploshchad' Iskusstv
Sankt-Peterburg, Sankt-Peterburg
Tips from locals
This old historical place has a huge history (check the Wikipedia) It was reconstructed into a modern park with different leisure activities and places to dine.
Some years before it was a secondary theatre with a provincial flavour. But Vladimir Kekhman, called "banana king" for making business importing fruits became a Director and managed magically convert the venue into the world class establishment. Not so easy to get tickets, but if you are lucky you would enjoy
In 2001, the Mikhailovsky Theatre reclaimed its historic name, and in 2007, it was recognized as St. Petersburg’s most prestigious musical theatre. Today, while preserving Russia’s centuries-old musical theatre traditions, the Mikhailovsky Theatre is constantly pushing to be at the forefront of contemporary world theatre. The renovated luxury of the entrance hall and auditorium enables theatre lovers to pass their time in comfort.
In 2001, the Mikhailovsky Theatre reclaimed its historic name, and in 2007, it was recognized as St. Petersburg’s most prestigious musical theatre. Today, while preserving Russia’s centuries-old musical theatre traditions, the Mikhailovsky Theatre is constantly pushing to be at the forefront of cont…