Edvard Radzinsky, a prominent Russian playwright and historian, unravels the mysteries of one of the most intriguing chapters in the history of Russia – opposition of Catherine The Great and a enigmatic impostor, calling herself Princess Elizabeth. «The Empress’s Theatre» reflects Radzinsky’s original and distinctive view of history. The author, with his particular attention to detail, offers his account of the events leading up to the apparition and disappearance of a pretender to the Russian throne, who later became known as Princess Tarakanova, as well as a new insight into the glorious era of Catherine II, Empress of Russia.


Performance Director – Vladimir Dragunov

Scenography – Elena Kachelaeva

Composer – Grigory Gobernik

Lighting Designer – Andrei Izotov

Assistant Director – Natalia Demidova



Premiere – October 17th, 2014

Running Time: 2h 25min

Ticket Prices: 200 -3500 rubles

Suitable for 12+yrs