Drama Theatre M. V. Lomonosov, Regional drama theatre in Arkhangelsk, Russia.
The Drama Theatre M. V. Lomonosov is a theatre in Arkhangelsk with multiple performance spaces spread across a building that blends glass and concrete. The current structure largely reflects a renovation carried out in the late 1990s, though it retains elements from its earlier 1960s construction.
The theatre opened in 1932 with a production of Gorky's play 'At the Bottom' and has been running continuously since then. It took its current name in 1961 in honour of Mikhail Lomonosov, who was born in the Arkhangelsk region in the 18th century.
The theatre is named after Mikhail Lomonosov, an 18th-century scientist and poet born in the Arkhangelsk region, which gives the building a strong local identity. The repertoire mixes Russian classics with contemporary works, drawing audiences from across the city throughout the season.
The theatre is located next to Petrovsky Park in central Arkhangelsk, making it easy to reach on foot from nearby streets and public transport stops. Booking tickets in advance is a good idea, especially for weekend performances, as popular shows tend to sell out early.
The theatre stands on the site where the Trinity Cathedral once stood before it was demolished in the early Soviet period. This means the building occupies one of the oldest sacred spots in the city, though nothing of the original cathedral remains visible today.
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