Theatre of Nations

The Theatre of Nations stands on Petrovsky Lane inside a multistory brick building with columns, arches, and a stepped roof echoing older Russian structures. Inside, several halls, rehearsal rooms, and technical systems support modern performances and complex stagings.

The theater building rose in 1885 for the private company of impresario Korsch, funded by Moscow merchants from the Bakhrushin family. After Soviet renovations and use by different ensembles, the house received its current name and new artistic direction in 1987.

The name points to a program bringing productions from several countries onto one stage, connecting Russian regions with international guest performances. Visitors often see plays in original languages or notice the range of theatrical traditions shown side by side here.

The house sits near several metro stations in Tverskoy District, so visitors can reach it quickly from different parts of Moscow. The halls offer seats in various rows, and the entrance on the lane is easy to spot from the street.

Construction lasted only 120 days in 1885, an unusually short span for such a large private theater building in that era. This rapid completion made it the largest privately owned theater in Russia at the time.

Location: Tverskoy District

Inception: 1987

Architects: Mikhail Nikolayevich Chichagov

Official opening: 1885

Architectural style: Russian Revival architecture

Website: https://theatreofnations.ru

GPS coordinates: 55.76559,37.61276

Latest update: December 5, 2025 22:25