In memoriam

30.10.2020

It is with great sadness that the administration and staff of the Bolshoi Theatre announce the passing of Alexander Vedernikov, Music Director of the Bolshoi in 2001- 2009, on 30 October, at the age of 57.

02.05.2015

Maya Plisetskaya — Forever

The World ballet theatre has suffered a bereavement. One of the greatest ballerinas of the 20^th century Maya Plisetskaya, aged 89, has died from heart failure In Munich. Her bright personality and unique talent made an epoch in the world ballet history. She was a true muse of the Bolshoi Theatre. Audience of millions enjoyed her unforgettable dance. Maya Plisetskaya devoted all her life to her beloved profession and to the native scene of the Bolshoi Theatre, who will hold in remembrance her inspired art.
The famous portrait made by Richard Avedon (from M. Plisetskaya archive).

28.04.2009

BALLERINA YEKATERINA MAXIMOVA HAS DIED

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