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Oleg Efremov




One of the co-founders of the Sovremennik Theatre, he introduced a number of contemporary issues into Soviet theatre and was later involved with the Moscow Art Theatre.




Andrei Serban




A prominent director known for innovative interpretations of classical works and opera. Key projects include 'Fragments of a Greek Trilogy' and his tenure at the American Repertory Theater.




Vsevolod Meyerhold




Created the 'biomechanics' method of actor training and an innovative approach to theater production. Key works include 'The Magnanimous Cuckold' and 'The Government Inspector'.




Mikhail Chekhov




Nephew of Anton Chekhov, developed the 'psychological gesture', an acting technique that connects psychological and physical expression. Key works include 'To the Director and Playwright' and 'The Actor is the Theatre'.




Yevgeny Vakhtangov




Developed a distinct method that fused Stanislavski's realism with Meyerhold's theatricality. Key works include the unique production of 'Turandot' and the Vakhtangov Theatre.




Anatoly Lunacharsky




Credited with protecting much of Russia's artistic heritage post-revolution. He initiated policies that led to the thriving of theater education and the arts under the Soviet regime.




Konstantin Stanislavski




Developed the Stanislavski system, a powerful approach to acting that influenced performance techniques worldwide. Key works include 'An Actor Prepares' and co-founding the Moscow Art Theatre.
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