- 18 March 2026
Rigoletto from Nizhny Novgorod: Oleg Fedonenko to perform in Krasnoyarsk
The April playbill of the Hvorostovsky Krasnoyarsk State Opera and Ballet Theatre features new performances of Rigoletto by Giuseppe Verdi, which premiered to great acclaim in February. On April 3 and 4, the title role of the court jester will be performed by Oleg Fedonenko, a soloist of the Pushkin Nizhny Novgorod State Academic Opera and Ballet Theatre.
- 16 March 2026
The concert Twelve Centuries of Courage to mark Defender of the Fatherland Day
On February 23, the Hvorostovsky Krasnoyarsk Opera and Ballet Theatre will present a festive concert for Defender of the Fatherland Day titled Twelve Centuries of Courage.
- 16 March 2026
Irina Lychagina receives a prestigious regional award
Irina Lychagina, Artistic Director and Chief Stage Director of the opera company at the Hvorostovsky Krasnoyarsk State Opera and Ballet Theatre, has been awarded the Dmitri Hvorostovsky State Prize of the Krasnoyarsk Region in the field of opera. The award ceremony will take place on March 19.
- 16 March 2026
Georgy Bolsunovsky got awarded the title of Honoured Artist of the Krasnoyarsk Region
Principal dancer Georgy Bolsunovsky has been awarded the honorary title Honoured Artist of the Krasnoyarsk Region. For audiences of the Hvorostovsky Krasnoyarsk State Opera and Ballet Theatre, he has become a symbol of artistry, professionalism, charisma, and remarkable dedication. The official award ceremony will take place on March 19.
- 12 March 2026
Anna Avakyan and Sevastian Martyniuk to perform at the Small Concert Hall
Soprano Anna Avakyan and baritone Sevastian Martyniuk, soloists of the Hvorostovsky Krasnoyarsk State Opera and Ballet Theatre, will present a recital of art songs on April 16 at the Small Concert Hall of the Krasnoyarsk Regional Philharmonic.
- 12 March 2026
Turandot brings together stars from Azerbaijan, Moscow, and Vladivostok
In March, Turandot by Giacomo Puccini will be presented in Krasnoyarsk as part of two festivals: the regional Theatrical Spring (March 26) and the 15th International Festival Stars Parade at the Opera. Slovtsov (March 27). The production will feature performers from both Russia and Azerbaijan.
- 11 March 2026
Ballet Juno and Avos comes to the KRAZ Opera stage
The Hvorostovsky Krasnoyarsk State Opera and Ballet Theatre continues to develop its new KRAZ Opera venue. On March 18, it'll host its first ballet performance there — Juno and Avos, set to the music by Alexey Rybnikov.
- 10 March 2026
Krasnoyarsk Opera and Ballet Theatre prepares for Theatrical Spring
In March, Krasnoyarsk will host the regional festival Theatrical Spring. The Hvorostovsky Krasnoyarsk State Opera and Ballet Theatre has been nominated for the Crystal Mask award in 13 categories.
- 10 March 2026
Closing of Stars Parade – 2026: a concert by the legendary Sergei Leiferkus
The 15th International Festival Stars Parade at the Opera. Slovtsov will come to a close on March 29 with a concert by People’s Artist of the RSFSR Sergei Leiferkus. The world-renowned baritone singer will travel to Krasnoyarsk to celebrate his 80th birthday and perform at the Hvorostovsky Krasnoyarsk State Opera and Ballet Theatre. A longtime friend of the Theatre, he has appeared on its stage many times in both productions and concerts.
- 10 March 2026
Immersive sound show to set the tone for the ballet Pushkin
On March 13, 14, and 15, the Hvorostovsky Krasnoyarsk State Opera and Ballet Theatre will present a major theatrical event—the world premiere of the ballet Pushkin choreographed by Nikita Dmitrievsky to music by Konstantin Borisov. Even before the curtain rises, audiences will be welcomed by a sound installation in the theatre foyer.
