Boris Pokrovsky

Theatrical director and manager

Boris Pokrovsky - Theatrical director and manager
Born

January 23rd, 1912
113 years ago

Died

2009
16 years ago — 97 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Russia

Links & References

Contributed significantly to Russian theater through direction and management. Led the Maly Theatre and was instrumental in reviving classical Russian performances. Oversaw numerous productions that highlighted the works of prominent playwrights, including Anton Chekhov and Maxim Gorky. Fostered a new generation of theater artists and directors by creating innovative staging and directing techniques.

Directed acclaimed productions at Maly Theatre

Revived classical Russian theater works

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