La Chauve-Souris

La Chauve-Souris is a theatre troupe in Moscow that performs operettas and musicals with a full team of professional actors and musicians. The ensemble uses its dedicated venue to present classical works by composers like Johann Strauss II in contemporary interpretations.

The troupe was founded in 1908 and took its name from a Vienna cabaret that influenced early productions. Its origins in a basement near the Moscow Art Theatre shaped how the company developed its theatrical approach over the decades.

The performers present classical works while creating a bridge between European and Russian theatrical traditions that audiences notice in how the stories unfold on stage. The productions blend different cultural influences through music and movement, showing how the stage brings together multiple artistic worlds.

Performances run from September to May with regular shows scheduled throughout the season. Visitors should arrive with time to settle in and book in advance to secure their place.

The performers use Russian, French, and English during productions, creating an appeal that reaches across different audiences. This multilingual approach allows spectators from different backgrounds to understand the performance in a way that feels personal to them.

Location: Moscow

Inception: 1908

GPS coordinates: 55.76339,37.60554

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:49