Alena Khmelnitskaya and Natalia Bystrov will play the main roles in the new musical Cinderella. Musical Stars Surprise on Disc

See the photo report of the site from the open rehearsal of a new musical performance!

From October 1, the Rossiya Theater will once again open its doors to all fans of the musical genre. Stage Entertainment theater company is staging its tenth anniversary musical performance in Moscow. This fall, residents of the capital will be able to enjoy an absolute hit on Broadway - the musical Cinderella. But Russian production has undergone some changes, and apart from the libretto and songs by Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein, our Cinderella no longer borrows anything from the original. Everything is original, original, creative. And, what is especially pleasant, in the team that worked on the performance, there are professionals not only from the USA and Great Britain, but also from Russia.

Director of the Russian version of the musical, winner of the highest theater award Laurence Olivier, Lindsay Posner says:

Cinderella is a beautiful story about a young girl and a handsome Prince. Serious things are told here plain language, and therefore will be understandable to both the child and the adult. Our performance is different from the usual fairy tale. When I started staging a musical, I approached the matter as if I were dealing with a drama or with a work of Chekhov. Indeed, when working with such material as Cinderella, it is easy to go into pantomime.

But in pantomime new musical from the creators of The Little Mermaid, The Phantom of the Opera, Beauty and the Beast and other successful productions in the capital. On the contrary, the performance raises very serious and hot topics. For example, Cinderella, that is, Ella, is not a timid, quiet and shy girl, as we used to see her in the Disney cartoon of the same name, but a strong, independent and independent girl who has her own opinion. Such, if necessary, will charm the Prince, and stop a galloping horse, and sort out buckwheat and rice. In general, everything is like in life.

In addition, be prepared for other changes in the plot of the traditional fairy tale. Cinderella will go to the ball not once, but twice. She is also friends with one of the stepsisters and helps her arrange her personal life. The stepmother is not so evil, but just harmful. By the way, she is played by theater and film actress Alena Khmelnitskaya, who had never participated in musical performances. So for a famous artist, this is a real debut!

Alena Khmelnitskaya in the musical "Cinderella"

Alena Khmelnitskaya admits:

When I found myself inside this process and saw what inhuman work artists, directors, orchestra musicians put into their work, I began to respect the genre of the musical even more. I also really like my heroine - she, of course, is bitchy, obsessed with herself, but still there is something good in her. Daughters, again, wants to successfully marry ... And then, she is so stylish! You have no idea how much I like her outfits, and especially the fantastic beauty of her hat.

And it's hard not to agree with Alena. Decoration As always, amazing. Dresses for Cinderella and costumes of other characters were created under the strict guidance of Tatyana Noginova in the workshops Mariinsky Theater. In total, more than 200 outfits were sewn for the performance. “Where are the famous shoes of Cinderella?” You ask. Of course, where are we without magic shoes! Especially for the musical, the shoes were made by the Bakhmetev Crystal House. This is a real work of art, believe me! You can see them in the foyer of the Rossiya Theatre, where everyone in the audience will be allowed to touch them and make a wish. They say it will come true. Returning to the performance, the scenery was handled by production designer David Gallo - by the way, he created the set for the musical "Beauty and the Beast".

From the same opera, as they say, the performer of the role of Prince Topher is the theater and film actor Pavel Levkin, who tried on the role of the Beast the year before last. Now the artist without frightening make-up and with a glass slipper in his hand will look for his one and only. And Cinderella will alternately play the already recognized musical stars Yulia Iva and Natalia Bystrova. You can remember the first one from the performance “Singing in the Rain”, and the last one from the musicals “The Little Mermaid” and “Beauty and the Beast”.

The Russian "Cinderella" will not do without special effects. The creators of the production promise that all the miracles declared in the plot of the fairy tale will also happen in front of the audience, on the stage of the Rossiya Theater.

Musical American classics Richard Rogers and Oscar Hammerstein "Cinderella" tale of the same name Charles Perrault made amazing journey: from a hugely successful television musical film (1957) to a colorful and witty Broadway play (2013), which received numerous theater award nominations.

In the fall of 2016, the Stage Entertainment Theater Company will present a completely new production created specifically for the Russian audience.

A stellar international team is working on a sensational magical musical:

Directed by Lindsay Posner (Great Britain). Winner of the highest British theater award "Olivier", Lindsay cooperates with the largest theaters of London's West End: the Royal National Theatre, Royal Court and Apollo theaters.
- Production designer David Gallo (USA). David's portfolio includes 30 Broadway productions and a Tony Award for Best Stage Design. His scenery for the musical "Beauty and the Beast" struck Muscovites with its truly fabulous scope.
- Costume designer Tatyana Noginova (Russia). Tatyana has released more than 60 theatrical productions- from Broadway musicals and dramatic performances to classical operas and ballets. Costume designer for the Bolshoi and Mariinsky theatres.

"Everything in Cinderella" is a musical that wins the hearts of the audience from the first scenes. The high popularity of this work is inextricably linked with the stellar composition of the authors, including Dmitry Bykov, Pauls and the Slot group.

Unusual occurrence

One of the recent theatrical works that received a lot of mixed reviews from critics and viewers - the play "All about Cinderella". The first thing viewers should know about a production is that it goes beyond standard shows. Many viewers immediately stated that the fairy tale causes ambiguous impressions. However, a big plus is originality, good humor and symbolism. Each character has a deep personality. Characters of the characters are clearly read through their costumes and makeup.

Guests of the theater note that the performance passes very quickly, because "All about Cinderella" is a musical. The duration of the performance is 2 hours 40 minutes with an intermission.

Many viewers note the light and music. Decorations also receive positive feedback. Great addition amazing show is the video sequence. On a new level computer graphics. This representation is a variety of colors and images. Each character is dressed in an amazing, almost space suit, according to the audience.

Star cast

The lyrics are deep and pathetic. Many viewers note that words need to be thought about. One of the authors of the texts is Sergey Plotov. This Russian screenwriter graduated School of Music class "Actor drama theater". For some time he worked on materials for radio and television programs, and also wrote scripts for many times he was invited to create popular series. He wrote several episodes for the series My Fair Nanny and Who's the Boss? Many viewers note that it is probably because of the work of this screenwriter that the musical has become so lively and vibrant.

Another author of the text and author of the idea is Dmitry Bykov. This talented person works in different genres literature. He is a good poet, writer, critic and lyricist. Among his projects are such popular works as Citizen Poet and Good Lord. It should be pointed out that at first it was Bykov who was supposed to write the script. Many viewers like unique style this poet. His handwriting is also clearly visible in this production.

The birth of a new fairy tale

idea to create unique show on everything famous topic appeared quite a long time ago. At first, the authors wanted to write a good children's fairy tale. However, very soon the material that they produced acquired an age limit. Children over 12 can watch it. However, it should be noted that kids are also allowed into the hall.

As soon as it became known about the unusual adaptation, artistic director theater and famous critic Mikhail Shvydkoy invited the famous foreign composer. They became a Latvian Raymond Pauls. Therefore, fruitful work on a completely new project began very soon.

Already in October 2014, the Russian public enjoyed the premiere. The main role of Cinderella was then played by Ekaterina Novosyolova. Subsequently, this image was also tried on by Ekaterina Novosyolova. The first time the prince was played by Denis Kotelnikov. Subsequently, Ivan Koryakovsky joined the star team. More recently, the main male role got another one famous artist- Stanislav Belyaev.

Childhood story?

The schoolchildren especially liked the performance. Young viewers were very happy that now their favorite heroine of fairy tales also sings, because the production of "All About Cinderella" is a musical. The responses of the kids are very emotional. Some of the scenes made them laugh. It was especially nice to look at the action, where the turns of events differed from the book. Every child who was on the show, as the parents say, would be happy to visit this performance again.

But, despite the fact that the children are intrigued, many adults say that this performance is not intended for schoolchildren. Including the audience is unpleasantly struck by some plot twists.

Although in general, reviews from parents are positive. This adaptation of the fairy tale does not teach very good things to children, but it does not push them to the negative either. Little viewers go to the theater for a familiar plot, but they will not see it on stage. Adults are more interested in the stellar composition of the author's team, among which is Raymond Pauls. But his name means absolutely nothing to children. We can say that in this work everyone finds something of their own.

Extraordinary plot

The authors present the old, good and all famous fairy tale in a new light, not entirely clear to contemporaries. So, for example, the cute and decent Cinderella here turns into a loser with inelegant manners. Her friendly fairy godmother is a peculiar Criminal authority who walks around with a pumpkin bomb. Evil sisters main character, as always, insidious and vile. However, in this production they are Siamese twins and wear chicken nests on their heads. Subsequently, it also turns out that the king, who walks with a candlestick on his head, was in love with a fairy in his youth. In addition, characters from other fairy tales appear in the play. There is an unbalanced forester who is chasing a lumberjack, who later turns out to be a prince.

Some viewers believe that the production of "All About Cinderella" is intended for a female audience. The musical (reviews of which are left by people of different sex and age), as the authors state, is not intended for a specific age category. Fresh story and unusual presentation of the material will appeal to everyone.

It should be noted that many boys, after hearing the name of the performance, refuse to go to the “girlish” production. But after the first act, we are very glad that we visited this show.

Borrowed events

Another point that the audience did not like was the ending of a kind and beautiful story. Everyone noticed the obvious suicidal tendencies of the main character. Therefore, for many, the death of Cinderella was an unpleasant surprise. Of course, then the prince revives his beloved, and at the end of the performance everyone is happy.

It should not be forgotten that "All About Cinderella" is a musical. Reviews of the songs are also very different. Theater guests note that although the compositions are without profanity and vulgar scenes, they are still too complicated for a young audience. The audience is perplexed: if the production is recommended as a children's performance, then the compositions must be appropriate. But, despite this, the melodies are very pleasant and memorable.

The audience notes that if not for all famous name Cinderella, the fairy tale would hardly be attributed to the works of Charles Perot. There are many similarities with other literary works. For example, Sleeping Beauty and Snow White.

Help from professionals

The main advantage of this work is that the play "All About Cinderella" is a musical. The songs and dances are very interesting and energetic. The audience says that the choreography is staged on the very high level. Absolutely everyone dances on the stage: from the king to the mice. Numbers honed to the smallest details. Due to the fact that all the artists are dressed in fancy costumes, their movements seem fantastic to the audience. Theater guests also note the fact that the music does not interfere with watching the plot and does not distract from the main theme.

Many of these compositions immediately win the hearts of listeners. And this is not surprising, because professionals worked on the musical accompaniment. Performers - rock group "Slot". The group's arranger Sergei Bogolyubsky improved the songs.

Surprise on disk

Viewers complain that it is very difficult to make out the words. Often after a concert in the lobby of the theater they sell CDs with compositions that sounded on stage. But here, guests can also expect disappointment. Often the actors playing and singing in the play you attended are not recorded. Therefore, someone else's voice sounds on the tape.

In order to avoid unpleasant surprises at home, it is better to remember the name of the artist you like and see if his voice is on the disc, as the audience recommends.

The artists do not let the public forget that "All About Cinderella" is a musical. The actors have excellent voices. And in order to enjoy your favorite songs the next day, you should carefully read the packaging of the disc, on which the performers are indicated.

For example, the role of the stepmother is played by Elena Moiseeva and Anna Guchenkova. These two women have completely different voices. However, each of them has its fans.

Learning task

An attentive audience easily notices that the authors tried to portray through a fairy tale modern society. Parents of teenagers who watched the performance with their children are very pleased. They are sure that this production will teach their children to perceive life differently.

Cinderella, who thought that no one needed her, was immediately needed by the prince, the king and the forester. The sisters, who constantly quarrel, must prove to the audience that stupidity cannot control a person. And the prince, dressed as a lumberjack, gives good example what needs to be loved inner world and not for financial status.

Despite mixed criticism, very good fairy tale"All About Cinderella" (musical). Everyone should have their own opinions and impressions about the performance.

On October 22, at the Rossiya Theater on Pushkinskaya Square in Moscow, an open rehearsal of the main theatrical premiere of the season took place - musical
"Cinderella" to which representatives of the media were invited. They united again on the stage: both the amazing play of the actors and the wonderful vocal parts,
and the magic of an old fairy tale. And, of course, the most fabulous, the most romantic story love...

More than 200 unique costumes and scenery, which were created in
workshops of the Mariinsky Theater under the direction of famous artist By suits Tatyana Noginova . fairy world came up on stage and
embodied production designer David Gallo , creator of the scenery for the musical "Beauty and the Beast". Musical Choreographer
spoke Irina Kashuba , music supervisor — composer Evgeny Zagot .

“For many years, the story of Cinderella has not lost its relevance, being reflected in the work of many authors and continuing to arouse interest.
both in children and adult audience. This is confirmed by the film of the same name produced by the Walt Disney company, which entered the top 10.
films of 2015 with the highest box office in the US and nominated for an Oscar. The idea to stage the musical "Cinderella" in Russia
appeared a long time ago, and I am sure that fairy tale love, full of wonders and transformations, will attract to the theater "Russia", over the past few
years, which has become the center of cultural family leisure for Muscovites, an audience of all age categories,” said the head of the stage theater company
Entertainment”, producer Dmitry Bogachev.

The Cinderella musical will be Stage Entertainment's tenth project in Russia and the first co-production musical in history
Russia, England and USA. A new, original production will be created in Moscow, which will borrow the libretto and songs from the Broadway performance
Richard Rogers and Oscar Hammerstein. The musical was directed by Lindsay Posner, winner of the Laurence Olivier Award (the highest theater
British awards). He is known for his work in major theaters London's West End - Royal national theater, "Royal Court",
Apollo.

The actors of the musical "Cinderella" are preparing for the premiere. Actress Natalia Bystrova got the role of the main character.

“I am happy that I will play Cinderella, because her story is similar to my personal one,” says Natalia. Ten years ago I came to Moscow from provincial town and pulled happy ticket, having received leading role in the musical MAMMA MIA! Last year I had to
a short break in my career: my husband, actor Dmitry Yermak, and I had a son. I'm glad to be back big stage precisely in the role
Cinderella, this is the fourth Princess in my “arsenal”!

The actress will also play the role of Cinderella. Julia Iva , who brilliantly played the role of Kathy Selden in the musical Singing in the Rain. In the form of a prince
theater and film actor will take the stage Pavel Levkin , performer of the role of the Beast in the musical "Beauty and the Beast".

The characteristic role of Madame (Stepmother) will be performed by a star of theater and cinema Alena Khmelnitskaya And famous actress musicals Lika Rulla . For Alena
Khmelnytsky participation in "Cinderella" will be the first experience in the musical:

Also in the musical "Cinderella"

This evening, media representatives were the first to have the opportunity to touch the legendary symbol fairy tale- Crystal

Cinderella's shoes, made by the BAKHMETEV Crystal House. Although initially the shoe was not crystal, because in the original fairy tale
Charles Perrault is called "CINDERELLA, OR A FUR-EDGED SHOE", but the creators of the Russian musical decided to focus on more
known to all classic version. Heel height glass slipper Cinderella is 13 centimeters, the size is 36, and the weight is about
kilograms. Its design was developed specifically for the Russian musical. Viewers will be able to see the real glass slipper in person
Cinderella, which will be exhibited in the foyer of the theater, and once again believe in magic, which will be in abundance in the musical.

In the performance, you can see how the carriage turns into a pumpkin, and how Cinderella's dress will change before our eyes, and there will be a lot of fairy tales.
Our task is to make the audience, and especially the little spectators, believe in a miracle, - said Dmitry Bogachev.

For the first time, the fairy tale about Cinderella was published in 1696 in Paris, in the collection Tales of Mother Goose by Charles Perrault. Premiere
television musical "Cinderella" with music by Richard Rogers and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein took place in 1957 on the American television channel
CBS. The composer was nominated for an Emmy Award for Outstanding Musical Contribution to Television, and the TV musical itself was watched by more than 100
million people. Since then, many stage versions of Cinderella have appeared around the world, including a Christmas pantomime in London,
opera in New York and several touring productions. The musical debuted on Broadway in 2013, where it was nominated for a Tony Award at 9
nominations.

One of these days in Moscow casting for the musical "Cinderella"- the main production of the upcoming season of the largest theater company "Stage Entertainment". The premiere, which promises to be one of the most striking cultural events of the autumn, will take place on October 1 on the stage of the Rossiya theater in the capital.

"Cinderella" will be Stage Entertainment's tenth project in Russia and the first musical in history to be co-produced by Russia, England and the United States. More than 2 thousand artists took part in a large-scale all-Russian selection, which lasted several months. The casting group included authoritative representatives of the international creative team that will stage the musical in Moscow.

The role of Cinderella will be played famous actresses of musicals and.

Natalia Bystrova has played the main characters in many Stage Entertainment productions - MAMMA MIA!, The Sound of Music, CHICAGO, the Disney musicals The Little Mermaid and Beauty and the Beast. And again, the creative team of the project recognized her as one of the best, choosing among hundreds of contenders for the main role.

“I am happy that I will play Cinderella, because her story is similar to my personal one, says Natalia. - Ten years ago, I came to Moscow from a provincial town and pulled out a lucky ticket, getting the lead role in the musical MAMMA MIA! Last year, I had to take a short break in my career: my husband, actor Dmitry Yermak, and I had a son. I am glad that I will return to the big stage in the role of Cinderella, in my “arsenal” this is already the fourth Princess! I really missed the busy schedule, daily performances and look forward to starting rehearsals..

Also, the role of Cinderella will be performed by the actress, who became a real discovery for the audience, brilliantly playing the role of Kathy Selden in the musical Singing in the Rain.

In the form of a prince an actor of theater and cinema, the performer of the role of the Beast in the musical "Beauty and the Beast", also known for his work at the Moscow Art Theater. A.P. Chekhov.

The characteristic role of Madame, and according to the script, that's what they call Cinderella's stepmother, will be performed by the star of theater and cinema Alena Khmelnitskaya and famous musical actress Lika Rulla. "Star" for Lika was the role of the charming criminal Velma Kelly in the legendary musical CHICAGO, after which the actress played the main roles in many of the most high-profile musical performances - "Romeo and Juliet", "We will rock you", MAMMA MIA !, "Monte Cristo ”, ZORRO, “Times are not chosen”, “Count Orlov”. And for Alena Khmelnitskaya, participation in Cinderella will be the first experience of working in a musical:
“I really love the musical genre and I am glad that it is now so popular in Russia. My theatrical career began with the rock opera Juno and Avos. I have always dreamed of playing in a high-quality Broadway production - and already in October I will take the stage in the new musical Cinderella by Stage Entertainment Theater Company as Madame (Stepmother). In the dramaturgy of a fairy tale, this particular character has always been very sympathetic to me. In our production, Madame is refined, luxurious, a little nervous, very ambiguous, and I hope that I can present my character in a new light. I believe that there are no absolutely negative characters and everything must have its own reason. In addition, my two daughters are also growing up, and this makes us related to my heroine..