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Source: Government of the Russian Federation – Government of the Russian Federation –
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Reconstruction of the state circus building in Volgograd has been completed.
The reconstruction of the Volgograd State Circus building has been completed and opened for use. The work included renovating the auditorium, creating comfortable conditions for the animals, furnishing public areas, and installing modern equipment. Deputy Prime Minister Marat Khusnullin announced this.
"The renovation of circuses is part of an important effort to create comfortable recreational conditions in Russian cities. The Volgograd Circus, built in 1967, was in need of renovation. The renovation work was carried out by the company "Unified Customer in Construction." Thus, the circus premises received a new interior design, the auditorium was equipped with modern lighting and technological equipment, and the building's floor area increased to 10,000 square meters after the modernization. The renovated facility has now received permission to reopen," said Marat Khusnullin.
Following the modernization, the circus was transformed from a simple recreational venue into a modern cultural center. It is now a multifunctional public space offering circus performances and various events for residents and visitors of the hero city of Volgograd of all ages, including those with disabilities.
"The opening of the renovated Volgograd Circus is not only a new chapter in the history of a significant cultural institution in the region, but also a significant event for all fans of the Russian circus and members of the professional community. It is an investment in the development of the creative potential of our children and young people and in preserving the rich cultural heritage of the Russian circus as a whole. I am confident that the renovated Volgograd Circus will become a magnet for fans of this amazing art form and a platform for the realization of the most daring creative ideas and projects," noted Minister of Culture Olga Lyubimova.
The animal housing space has also been expanded, creating modern, safe, and comfortable conditions for them. To this end, a 3,000-square-meter extension was added to the central part of the building. The stable space has been expanded, and a new elephant house has been built.
"Before the renovation, the circus building had wooden seats, but the new seating areas are equipped with eco-leather seats. All utility systems, flooring, and wall coverings in the auditorium were also completely replaced, and the aisles were widened to meet regulations. Furthermore, new sound and lighting equipment was installed, which will allow for even more vibrant performances and expand the creative possibilities for directors," said Karen Oganesyan, General Director of the Unified Customer Production Company.
The renovated building features a spacious foyer, a themed interior, a circus-themed buffet, and a new cloakroom. Security was also a key focus during the circus's renovation. The building's entrances are now equipped with security screening systems, carry-on baggage scanners, and six turnstiles with facial recognition.
"After a comprehensive renovation, the Volgograd Circus has become a modern, safe, and functional space that meets audience expectations. The scale of the renovation allowed us to preserve the building's architectural appearance and create conditions for new creative projects. This is a strategically significant step for Rosgoscirk: the renovation of our branches is proceeding according to plan, and each renovated circus contributes to the strengthening of the industry," noted Sergei Belyakov, General Director of the Federal State Enterprise Rosgoscirk.
A full-scale reconstruction of the Volgograd Circus building, designed by Honored Architect of the Russian Federation E.V. Dynkin, has not been carried out for more than 50 years, since its opening in 1967.
The Unified Customer Production Company is also currently implementing reconstruction projects at other Rosgoscirk branches in Voronezh, Yekaterinburg, Irkutsk, and Tver.
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