Meliss Posted November 28 Posted November 28 An exhibition dedicated to the 75th anniversary of the birth of the ballet troupe soloist (1971-1979), Honored Artist of the Russian Federation Alexander Godunov, opened on the New Stage of the Bolshoi Theater. Quote The rare beauty of the face, the sculptural modeling of the body, male charisma with a clear flair of otherworldliness — such a "gentleman's" set could provide and ensured a career on the screen both in the USSR and in Hollywood. But he also had unique physical characteristics, coupled with a powerful artistic temperament, which allowed him to shine briefly but very brightly on the ballet stage. "Alexander Godunov was mighty, proud, and tall. A sheaf of straw-colored hair, which made him look like a Scandinavian, blazed in the wind of Godunov's unique pirouette" (Maya Plisetskaya).
volcanohunter Posted November 29 Posted November 29 Exhibits at the new stage are comparatively modest affairs, consisting of photographs along the walls of the central lobby and the two corridors that lead to the front of the auditorium. The theater was built on a small area, and space is at a premium. It was constructed without the sort of foyers that could be converted into exhibition spaces. Exhibits at the main theater typically also include paintings and drawings, costumes and video clips. The current one is dedicated to former soloist and current coach Viktor Barykin. November 28th marks his 70th birthday.
Meliss Posted November 29 Author Posted November 29 13 hours ago, volcanohunter said: Exhibits at the new stage are comparatively modest affairs, consisting of photographs along the walls of the central lobby and the two corridors that lead to the front of the auditorium. The theater was built on a small area, and space is at a premium. It was constructed without the sort of foyers that could be converted into exhibition spaces. Exhibits at the main theater typically also include paintings and drawings, costumes and video clips. The current one is dedicated to former soloist and current coach Viktor Barykin. November 28th marks his 70th birthday. ?? I didn't see any connection with my post. If you are a passionate fan of Barykin, which is strange, it would be better for you to open a new topic with a story about an exhibition dedicated to him.
volcanohunter Posted November 29 Posted November 29 I have no memories or impressions of Barykin's dancing whatsoever. I am pointing out that the Bolshoi typically has two exhibitions running simultaneously, and that it elected to give the more prestigious one to Barykin, who, apart from four years spent in England, has worked at the Bolshoi his entire adult life.
Meliss Posted November 30 Author Posted November 30 18 hours ago, volcanohunter said: I have no memories or impressions of Barykin's dancing whatsoever. I am pointing out that the Bolshoi typically has two exhibitions running simultaneously, and that it elected to give the more prestigious one to Barykin, who, apart from four years spent in England, has worked at the Bolshoi his entire adult life. Oh, that's it. Do you think they should have done the opposite?)
volcanohunter Posted December 1 Posted December 1 (edited) I find it interesting, because despite all the dithyrambic writing about Godunov in the Russian segment of the internet--including the old Bolshoi website--or on YouTube, when it came down to brass tacks on how to mark the 75th anniversary of his birth, the Bolshoi opted to give the star treatment to someone else. There may have been intense discussions about the exhibits within the theater, but voices in favor of Barykin and what his work represents won the day. Exhibits in the old theater really are more prestigious. They occupy one smaller and one large room on the east side of the building, adjacent to the central foyer. There is space for many more photographs, costumes and other artifacts are displayed, and there are videos running on large TV screens. Tickets to the old theater are also more expensive, so the Bolshoi strives to provide a more luxurious experience there. Though it has to be said that comparatively few people visit the exhibit area; the bars are more popular. At least in the new theater everyone on the orchestra level walks past the exhibited photos, though most don't stop to look at them closely. Again, the bars are more popular, which I suspect is true everywhere. Edited December 1 by volcanohunter
Meliss Posted December 1 Author Posted December 1 18 hours ago, volcanohunter said: when it came down to brass tacks on how to mark the 75th anniversary of his birth, the Bolshoi opted to give the star treatment to someone else. There may have been intense discussions about the exhibits within the theater, but voices in favor of Barykin and what his work represents won the day. It was hardly decided by a vote. The scale of Godunov and Barykin's talent is incomparable. But there are still people in the management of the Bolshoi Theater who benefit from suppressing the name of Godunov.
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