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Specialists urban economy complex Work has begun on replacing elevators in residential buildings as part of the 2026 regional capital repairs program. This was announced by the Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Housing, Utilities, and Public Works Petr Biryukov.

"A large-scale elevator upgrade program was developed and approved at the direction of the Moscow Mayor. During its implementation, more than 52,300 new elevators were installed in apartment buildings. This year, we will replace a total of over 5,500 elevators, with the program having begun in all administrative districts," noted Pyotr Biryukov.

Compliance with elevator operating life is under special control, as this is high-risk equipment that requires regular technical inspections and timely replacement.

Since 2018, elevators in buildings operated by the regional operator have been replaced strictly in the year their 25-year service life expires, with no additional extensions. Specialists dismantle the old equipment and install new elevators. If a building has several elevators, they are replaced one at a time to ensure residents experience minimal inconvenience. The work utilizes domestically produced equipment that fully complies with modern safety and comfort requirements.

The regional program for capital repairs of the housing stock being implemented in the capital is in line with the goals and objectives of the national project Infrastructure for LifeMore information about Russia's national projects and the capital's contribution can be found atspecial page.

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The capital's fire and rescue garrison has expanded its fleet with cutting-edge developments. These are essential forwork in extreme conditions both in the city and beyond. Sergei Sobyanin spoke about this on his channel in MAX messenger.

"The MRK-100 robotic system extinguishes fires in hazardous and hard-to-reach areas. It clears paths, cools surfaces, and ensures the safety of firefighters. It has an operating time of up to seven hours. It can be controlled from a remote control, and cameras can be used to monitor the situation in poor visibility," the Moscow Mayor wrote.

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This domestically produced snow and swamp vehicle significantly expands the operational capabilities of rescuers. Its all-wheel drive, 850cc engine, off-road tires, and relatively compact dimensions make it highly maneuverable. This allows for faster locating and evacuating victims, as well as promptly delivering rescuers and necessary equipment to the scene.

A unique transport and rescue cabin (TSC), developed with the participation of specialists from the Moscow Aviation Center, allows for the evacuation of people from high-rise buildings and hard-to-reach places, as well as the delivery of rescuers and equipment. Cabin Designed to support up to 750 kilograms, it features a sliding door and is transported by a Ka-32 helicopter. The interior is equipped with six folding seats, additional handrails, and a non-slip floor.

"Citizen safety is an absolute priority for the development of a modern metropolis. Therefore, we are consistently improving effectiveness of protective infrastructure"Over the past 15 years, more than 780 units of modern fire-fighting, emergency rescue, and other equipment have been purchased for the fire and rescue garrison," added Sergei Sobyanin.

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Library No. 27 invites you to a workshop on making Easter egg holders. The class will be held as part of the "Kaleidoscope of Handicrafts" project and will be led by E.L. Spiridonova, a craftswoman and restorer of fabrics and beads.

Using egg cartons, colored paper, glue, gouache, brushes, and scissors, participants will create original crafts. The finished items will make a vibrant addition to any holiday table.

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The Dostoevsky Library No. 19 will present the one-man show "Letters to a Russian Spaniard." The production is based on actual letters from director Angel Gutiérrez's family archive.

This is a documentary story about a daughter's struggle to understand her father through the letters of the women who loved him. The action transports the viewer to an era when feelings were treasured for years and letters were written over a long period. The production offers not a public portrait of the director, but rather the private story of a man who bridged the gap between the Russian theater school and the Spanish stage.

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Vsevolod Ivanov Library No. 25 will host a comprehensive event, "Zabavushki," for mothers and children aged one to three years. The event will coincide with International Children's Book Day.

The program, lasting up to an hour, includes several sections. In the book lounge, the librarian will conduct mini-readings of poems, lullabies, and nursery rhymes, emphasizing rhythm and onomatopoeia.

In the play area, children and their parents will participate in finger games and active activities accompanied by recitative music. A creative activity is also planned: creating a simple book-themed appliqué.

Parents are provided with consultations on choosing their first books and organizing reading as a daily ritual.

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A modern cottage community will be built in the village of Zimenki in the Kommunarka district under the integrated territorial development program (ITD). The development of the vacant 7.6-hectare site will be handled by its owner. This was announced by the Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Urban Development Policy and Construction. Vladimir Efimov.

"The owner of a vacant plot of land in the village of Zimenki approached the city with a proposal to develop the site themselves, using their own resources. The proposal was approved, and the city signed a corresponding agreement with the investor. A modern cottage community will be built there within five years. The total area of the new individual residential buildings and infrastructure will be 21,300 square meters. Investment in the comprehensive development of the area is estimated at 3.71 billion rubles," said Vladimir Efimov.

The undeveloped site is located next to Filimonkovskoye Highway. The KRT project is being implemented by Specialized Developer KNK-Stroy LLC, which has entered into an agreement withDepartment of Urban Development Policy of the City of Moscow.

"The developer will allocate approximately six hectares for individual housing construction, on which it will build 90 houses with a total floor area of 19,800 square meters. Other plots will house a kindergarten for 80 children, a store, a children's play area, and parking. A convenient local street and road network will also be developed, and comprehensive landscaping will be carried out," noted the Moscow Government Minister and Head of the Department of Urban Development Policy.

Vladislav Ovchinsky.

Earlier, Sergei Sobyanin approved the integrated development project four territories in Vnukovo.

Under the KRT program, attractive spaces are being created in former industrial zones, inefficiently used, and undeveloped areas, organically integrating them into the city's fabric. Currently, nearly 400 KRT projects, covering a total area of approximately 4,500 hectares, are at various stages of development and implementation in the capital. The program is being implemented byon behalf of Sergei Sobyanin.

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At the Gorky Film Studio, subordinate to the capital Department of Culture, regularly offers excursions for the whole family. There are 13 programs in various formats to choose from.

Costumes and creative workshops

Visitors can expect educational quests that reveal the secrets of filmmaking, tours featuring rare archival materials and film footage, themed routes, and audio promenades.

Each excursion begins with a concept. The tour guide then develops the route, determines the group's stops, and builds a program tailored to the group's age range.

New features include combining tours with creative workshops. For example, as part of the "Kingdom of Fairytale Costumes" program, participants not only learn the secrets of the sewing workshop but also try their hand at being a costume designer, creating outfits using ribbons, beads, lace, and colored paper. The tour is offered on a regular basis by appointment only, please call 7 (499) 181-03-59 or email excursions@gorky-film.ru.

Each tour begins with a story about the film studio's history. On the tour "The Passage of Time: From the Rus Film Studio to the Gorky Film Studio," guests will stroll through legendary corridors, peer into the screening room where films were approved by the USSR Goskino commission, see the studio with its green screen, and examine exhibits including photo test albums, director's scripts, and behind-the-scenes photos. Visitors will also see costumes from the studio's films, including "The Youth of Peter," "A Hero of Our Time," "Anna on the Neck," and "Morozko." This tour is offered regularly by appointment only, please call 7 (499) 181-03-59 or email excursions@gorky-film.ru.

In good weather, tour groups head to the "Walk of Stars" near the film studio building, where outdoor stands displaying movie posters are located. A monument to the creators of "Seventeen Moments of Spring" is also located in the square near the studio. The sculpture depicts writer and screenwriter Yulian Semenov, director Tatyana Lioznova, and the lead actor, Vyacheslav Tikhonov.

"The groups come in all shapes and sizes. Some are interested in learning more about the technology, while others are captivated by stories about costume designers. Older visitors are often interested in the stories of Tatyana Lioznova, Stanislav Rostotsky, and Alexander Rowe. But everyone, without exception, wants to learn about the modern filmmaking process and get the chance to experience the other side of the screen," said Natalya Egorova, tour guide.

Excursions for people of all ages

Programs can be tailored not only to interests but also to age. For elementary school students, we've created a quest tour called "Secrets of the Film Studio! In Search of the Golden Lion." Young guests can learn the stories of famous directors and actors, see fairytale costumes and film equipment, solve puzzles and anagrams, and even draw a film plate. Tours are available by appointment only: call 7 (499) 181-03-59 or email excursions@gorky-film.ru.

A tour and creative workshop, "Film Poster Workshop," is available for high school students and adults. Guests will not only tour the legendary film studio, learn about its history, famous directors, and actors, but also create a movie poster. The tour is available by appointment only: 7 (499) 181-03-59 or by email: excursions@gorky-film.ru.

A new format among the programs this year is the audio promenade—an immersive tour called "She Conquers Cinema." Guests can stroll and listen to an audio performance dedicated to the life and work of Tatyana Lioznova, the legendary director of "Seventeen Moments of Spring." The route leads to the building of the All-Union State Institute of Cinematography, from which the director graduated in 1949. Returning to the film studio, guests visit the screening room and projectionist's room, see fragments of the film, costumes, and photo tests of actors. Tours are held every Saturday. Admission is bytickets.

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Gorky Film Studio

The Gorky Film Studio is the oldest film studio in the capital and one of the largest in Russia. This year, it celebrates its 111th anniversary. In February, Sergei Sobyanin opened new filming pavilionsA large-scale studio complex has been built on Valdaisky Proezd, designed for the production of films, series, television programs, shows, and other projects.

The film studio has produced over a thousand films, including "Seventeen Moments of Spring," "Officers," "Morozko," "…The Dawns Here Are Quiet," "Evenings on a Farm Near Dikanka," "Guest from the Future," "Moscow – Cassiopeia," "Carnival," "You Never Dreamed…," "Pirates of the 20th Century," "Three Plus Two," and many others. Today, Gorky Film Studio is part of a large Moscow film cluster and is reviving its own film production. The production center produces feature films and documentaries, popular science series, and series for youth and children's and family audiences.

The film studio comprises two studio and production facilities with all the necessary infrastructure: the historic one on Sergei Eisenstein Street and the new complex on Valdaisky Proyezd. These facilities house filming stages, control rooms, screening rooms, a virtual production studio, a costume and props complex, digital content creation studios, and the multifunctional Gorky Hall cinema. A youth creative space, the Gorky Cinema Campus, has been created for aspiring filmmakers, and tours are available for anyone interested in the world of cinema. The film studio also hosts festivals, exhibitions, and professional events for filmmakers.

The Moscow Film Cluster comprises infrastructure facilities, services, and facilities for filmmakers, developed by the Moscow Government as part of the "Moscow – City of Cinema" project. Its structure includes the Moskino Cinema Park, the Gorky Film Studio (with locations on Sergei Eisenstein Street and Valdaisky Proyezd), the Moskino Film Factory, the Moskino cinema chain, the Moskino Film Commission, and the Moskino Film Platform.

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The program of events at the Gorky Film Studio contributes to the implementation of the goals and objectives of the national project in Moscow "Family"More information about Russia's national projects and the capital's contribution can be found atspecial page.

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The P.I. Jurgenson Music Library No. 17 will host a concert, "The Beautiful Sound of Romance," dedicated to World Piano Day and the 190th anniversary of the library's founder.

The program includes vocal classics by Russian composers Pyotr Tchaikovsky, Sergei Rachmaninoff, and Mikhail Glinka.

The works will be performed by students of the Ippolitov-Ivanov State Music and Pedagogical Institute (Irina Ilyinskaya's class).

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The Petr Jurgenson Music Library No. 17 invites you to its traditional annual concert dedicated to Lent. The first part of the event will feature the Gaudentas sacred music ensemble, conducted by Elizaveta Lazareva.

Sacred works from various eras will be performed: from ancient Gregorian and Znamenny chants to works by composers of the 20th and 21st centuries. In addition, the musicians will perform folk paraliturgical works: chants, spiritual poems, and psalms.

The second part of the concert will feature poets Andrei Galamaga and Galina Burdenko, as well as singer-songwriters Vladimir Usov, Natalia Sepfora, Alexander Boroda, and the duet "AkvaLibra."

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Kuklachev's Cat Theatre In 2026, the theater will celebrate its 36th anniversary. It's a significant milestone, and the theater itself has changed beyond recognition over the years. And it's not just the new sets or multimedia screens. Most importantly, the audience has changed. Now, entire families come to see performances—guests aged three to 93. And everyone leaves with their own unique impressions.

"Our performances must be multifaceted," says Honored Artist of Russia Dmitry Kuklachev. "So that adults can understand the plot, listen to good music, and enjoy the acoustics and lighting. And so that children can't switch off for a minute—this requires interactivity, tricks, and a constantly changing scene."

Previously, 20 or 30 years ago, the repertoire consisted of only two or three compact productions. Today, there are dozens, with multi-level sets, multimedia, and a truly immersive experience.

How to Freeze Like a Pro: Behind-the-Scenes Curiosities

Cats are independent creatures, always improvising, and this leads to unexpected, sometimes even humorous, situations on stage. Just a few months ago, the troupe welcomed a new performer—Obik the cat, who was found on tour in Obninsk: he approached his leg and began to cuddle, and Dmitry Kuklachev realized it was his destiny. The cat was nursed back to health, quarantined, and then the actor took the stage for the first time. He greeted the audience, turned to them, and froze. He stood rooted to the spot, motionless, staring into space, refusing to be called or to be gestured to.

"The audience laughs, I circle around him, but he doesn't react," recalls Dmitry Kuklachev. "Then I gently grab him by the tummy and lift him up, but he remains in the same pose, as if he's dead. I carry him backstage like a toy. There, I pet him—he comes to his senses, turns around, and calmly performs his trick. And after the performance, a journalist asked, 'How do you teach a cat to freeze so professionally?' I had to put on a serious face and say, 'It's years of training.'"

Frontline Cats: Rescue and Scene

Today, the theater's troupe includes over 200 furry performers. There are retired performers (around 30), the core cast (approximately 115), and kittens in training. And then there are those whose lives deserve a separate story.

In the middle of last year, three frontline cats arrived at the theater, rescued by volunteers: Glusha, a cat from the village of Glushkovo in the Kursk region; Holly, a cat who was rescued as a two-week-old blind kitten; and Vizha, a cat left pregnant on the front line. A shell hit the house, killing the kittens, and barely saving Vizha.

"When they arrived, they were three timid little bundles of fur," says Dmitry Kuklachev. "And now all three have taken the stage. I want to use them as an example: animals from new regions adapt very quickly; they understand and appreciate kindness. Don't be afraid to take them home."

Premieres: From Champion Cats to The Nutcracker

The theater has three troupes—Dmitry himself, his sister Ekaterina, and his brother Vladimir. Each performs one or two premieres a year.

In May, the play "Adventures of Champion Cats" is expected—a motivating story about how animals prepare for the Olympic Games, compete, and, of course, win. And by the end of the year, Dmitry plans to release "The Nutcracker"—the idea for the play has been brewing for a long time, and now, it seems, the time has come.

Vladimir Kuklachev recently presented The Cat and the Cook— a vibrant production starring himself. There's also a special program that takes Dmitry Kuklachev to the front lines.

"We perform in dugouts, in difficult conditions, together with Edgard Zapashny, Vlad Demin, and singer Alexey Maryanov. To support the guys, to show that the whole country is with them," he says.

Touring Donetsk and a museum full of stories

In early April, the theater will tour new regions for the first time – Donetsk, Luhansk, and two other small towns. This is a complex organizational task, but thanks to the support Moscow Department of Culture and local administrations succeeded.

"I think this will be the first sign," hopes Dmitry Kuklachev. "Other theaters will see our experience and start traveling with our support, too."

Plans include not only touring but also a renovation of the theater's museum. It will be interactive: the first exhibition will feature 120 photographs depicting animals in the trenches, alongside soldiers, and their companion cats. Each photo tells a story. A QR code will be placed under the image, allowing users to hover their phone over it to learn more about the exhibit.

Father and the School of Kindness

Despite soon turning 77, Yuri Kuklachev continues to perform and engage in charity work. His "School of Kindness" system has been integrated into educational programs across the country.

"When working with animals, the most important thing is calm," says Dmitry Kuklachev. "You need to respond to any behavior with gentleness and affection. And also, you need to be sensitive to the cat, to be on the same wavelength with it. My father taught me that."

And it seems that this is the main secret of the theatre, which has been gathering full houses of spectators of all ages for 36 years.

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