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IN Lenkom Mark Zakharov the premiere took place Orchestra Rehearsals, Vladimir Pankov's first production as artistic director. Inspired by the screenplay of Federico Fellini's film of the same name, the production featured over 100 performers on stage simultaneously, along with a full orchestra.

Conductor without love

The ancient chapel, long since converted into a concert hall, is quiet for now—just for a moment. A television director (Ivan Agapov) quietly explains that filming is about to begin on a documentary about the orchestra's behind-the-scenes life. He wants to talk to the musicians and the conductor and find out what art means to them.

Very soon, the room fills with noise, hubbub, conversations, and stomping—the musicians take their places, discussing various matters as they go. Filming begins (video clips are displayed on two large screens), and the director discerns the contradictions lurking beneath the orchestra's apparent harmony.

For some, music is a craft and discipline; for others, it's an outlet, a haven of peace. Yet for others, it's a true passion. The pianist (Anna Yakunina) is ready to talk at length about herself and her instrument, and then, when words run out, she obsessively strikes the keys, then breaks into a dance, not forgetting to toss her hair for added effect. "It's something from my early repertoire," she says, breathless. But for the harpist (Alexandra Zakharov), her instrument is a dream come true, something from childhood. "I first saw a harp in a dream," she confesses. Her romantic mood is accentuated by a delicate white dress.

The discord gives way to complete silence—the conductor appears, a stern, almost demonic figure. He raises his baton, but his movements—sometimes smooth, sometimes jerky—create a nervous atmosphere. Then he loses his temper, yells at the musicians, accusing them of not trying hard enough. According to actor Dmitry Pevtsov, his character, despite his exacting standards, has lost his love for his work and yearns for it.

"One of the messages in this story is that it's hard to create without love. If you lose the love and passion for what you do, nothing will work. You need to be honest in any profession," says Dmitry Pevtsov.

Soundrama and many actors

The production features several casts. In addition to Dmitry Pevtsov, the conductor is Andrey Sokolov and Igor Mirkurbanov. Also appearing on stage are Alexander Zbruev, Tatyana Kravchenko, Olesya Zheleznyak, Maxim Averin, Andrey Leonov, Anna Bolshova, and many others. In total, there are over 100 performers, including 20 musicians from the symphony orchestra and the Lenkom Theatre choir.

"I'm glad that artists of all generations are here, everyone's gathered together and finally getting to know each other," Ivan Agapov joked. "Everything is very peaceful here; no one has argued during rehearsals. I'd like to believe that this isn't just a coincidence, but because we're united by a great idea."

The genre of "Orchestra Rehearsal," Vladimir Pankov's first production as artistic director, can be described as soundrama. It's a synthetic genre he devised himself, blurring the boundaries between different art forms: soundrama unites drama, contemporary music, and performance.

Incidentally, the performance features not only music written especially for it, but also compositions by Nino Rota and Jacques Offenbach.

Fellini's painting

The performance is inspired by the 1978 film of the same name by Italian director Federico Fellini. The film premiered at the Cannes Film Festival and was received very warmly. Vladimir Pankov admitted that he had long pondered this material, rich in metaphors and allusions.

But the Lenkom production features more than just Fellini's masterpiece. It also subtly, almost imperceptibly, incorporates encrypted memories of Mark Zakharov, who passed away in 2019. According to Vladimir Pankov, the idea arose during the Lenkom concert "Backyards"—a revived format of informal concerts conceived by Alexander Abdulov back in the 1980s.

"At the concert, we talked about Mark Anatolyevich and his biography," Vladimir Pankov recounted. "And all of this came to mind when we began preparing 'Orchestra Rehearsal.' It seemed to us that there were many associations with him here. Those who know the Lenkom well will recognize the allusions."

These echoes do not undermine the story's core narrative—the performance follows Fellini's plot, where the orchestra reflects society: every person is essential to creating something meaningful.

"With Vladimir Pankov, the actors perform performances, not roles," said Dmitry Pevtsov. "That's how a team is formed. This performance is precisely aimed at uniting the team."

Artificial intelligence

Towards the end, the conflict escalates: the orchestra musicians, angry at the rude treatment, stop feeling awe towards the conductor, and he becomes disillusioned with them, believing that they do not need music.

The rehearsal descends into chaos. The ensemble becomes an enraged, hateful mob. Chairs are broken, the chapel wall is destroyed, blood is spilled (though unseen by the audience). Sheet music, previously carefully guarded, flies into the auditorium. The conductor, nostalgic for art past and present, is forced to resign.

Vladimir Pankov slightly altered the ending, incorporating contemporary realities. Toward the end, a robot appears on stage, clutching a conductor's baton. Such a conductor no longer needs the emotions that could cause discord between creators of beauty. The director seems to hint that perhaps a future will soon arrive when people no longer need to seek emotional connections with each other.

"There are as many opinions as there are people, and everyone will have their own truth. But how wonderful it would be if we all struck the same note, the same chord, and found resonance. What is this story about? We ask this question ourselves in the play: 'Where does the music go when you stop playing?'" the director added.

The next performance will be on December 27 and 28, and January 13 and 14. Tickets can be purchased through the service Mosbilet.

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At two project sites Winter in Moscow In the Western Administrative District, children and adults are taught how to make useful items for special military operations (SVO) fighters at workshops. Humanitarian aid collection points are also operating there.

At the Fili Children's Park on Bolshaya Filevskaya Street (Building 9), guests are taught how to make helmets, personal protective equipment for soldiers, and at Nikulino Park on Vernadsky Prospekt (Building 100a), young Muscovites write letters with wishes and fold them into frontline triangles.

Master classes for everyone

As reported by the deputy head of the Fili children's park, Alexey Melnikov, on December 26 at 3:00 p.m. master class The event will be led by community councilors from the Filevsky Park district. Since the beginning of the Second World War, they have been collaborating with one of the assault brigades, weaving helmets for soldiers and "Leshiy" capes for snipers, and sending humanitarian aid to the front.

Anyone can participate in the workshop. Simply arrive at the "Santa Claus Workshop" pavilion at the designated time. The district's community councilors will continue their workshops after the New Year. They will be held on January 16 and 30, starting at 2:00 PM.

The weave of the helmet covers is reminiscent of the technology used to make camouflage nets. High-strength strips of a special polymer material with a camouflage pattern are woven into the knitted base. The choice of color depends on the terrain where the soldiers are currently located and the time of year.

Where to apply skills

Anyone who learns how to make helmets at the workshops will have the opportunity to join volunteers who have been doing this work for a long time. Vitaly and Ksenia Ivanov, a married couple from the Dorogomilovo district, attended one of these workshops and now plan to put the knowledge they gained to good use. They said they were inspired by the feedback from soldiers returning from the front lines. Camouflage is crucial for soldiers today. Therefore, volunteers have a lot of work to do; they are always in need of help.

Volunteers are welcome, for example, at the "Golden Hands of an Angel" workshop in the Kuntsevo district. According to Amira Magomedova, head of the Kuntsevo branch of "Molodogvardeets," they are ready to offer everyone the opportunity to apply the skills they learned in the workshops.

"The demand for protective equipment is truly high right now—soldiers are constantly sending us requests. Helmets and hard hats reflect the sun, which can make soldiers vulnerable to enemy drones. Everyone on the front line needs helmet and hard hat camouflage," Amira Magomedova noted.

For those who weren't able to attend the workshops at Fili Children's Park, the volunteers of the "Golden Hands of an Angel" organization are organizing them themselves. You can contact them atTelegram channel or throughwebsite.

Muscovites who attend the helmet-weaving workshops have the opportunity to become permanent assistants to their mentors—public councilors of the Filevsky Park district. The volunteer workshop is located at 17 Bolshaya Filevskaya Street, Building 2. Anyone interested in helping the SVO soldiers is welcome here on weekdays from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Weavers of protective equipment are also in demand at volunteer centers in the village of Rublevo. Workshops are open from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM daily at the administration building on Sovetskaya Street (building 11a) and at the Church of the Icon of the Mother of God "Never-Fading Flower" on Vasiliya Botyleva Street (building 45).

Field mail

Warm words of support, especially from children, are just as essential to those on the front lines as personal protective equipment. At Father Frost's workshops in Fili and Nikulino Parks, children can learn to make 3D cards and fold triangle letters. The activities are designed for the whole family.

At Fili Children's Park, the next classes will be held on January 10 at 11:00 AM and January 11 at 12:00 PM, as well as on January 17 at 1:00 PM and January 18 at 11:00 AM. At Nikulino Park, master classes will be held throughout January on Saturdays and Sundays, starting at 4:00 PM.

"We're currently sending New Year and Christmas greetings to the soldiers, and after the holidays, we'll be writing words of support on craft paper, whose texture creates the impression of authentic front-line letters from the Great Patriotic War. We're explaining to the children why they were triangular in shape," shared Olga Krasikova, deputy director of the Troparevo-Nikulino club center and master class leader.

Help and gifts for fighters

Humanitarian aid collection points for military personnel stationed in the SVO zone continue to operate in both parks. They are located in the "Santa Claus Workshop" pavilions next to the skating rinks.

The points are open on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays: in the Fili children's park – from 10:00 to 20:00, in the Nikulino park – from 16:00 to 18:00.

For the SVO fighters, you can bring warm clothes, thermal underwear, portable hand warmers, heated insoles, as well as long-life packaged food products.

Members of the Kuntsevo Cossack Society send supplies to the SVO fighters.How the FlyButterflies aid center helps SVO participants

Winter in Moscow— the main event of the season. The project aims to strengthen social and family ties, create an atmosphere of unity and mutual support, and provide assistance to those currently defending the Motherland. Through a variety of programs, including cultural, educational, and sporting events, it brings together Muscovites and visitors of all ages and interests, creating an environment for creative development, active recreation, and warm communication. Particular attention is paid to supporting participants and veterans of the special military operation and their families, as well as all those providing assistance to the front.

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Winter holidays are a great time to get the whole family outdoors and take a break from everyday worries. You don't have to leave the capital to enjoy beautiful landscapes and learn new and interesting things about forest creatures. You can spend your winter holidays in the city's natural areas. Specialists from eco-centers under the jurisdiction of the capital's Department of Nature Management and Environmental Protection, have prepared a variety of events. Guests can look forward to creative activities, science lectures, and educational tours.

Create holiday decor and explore New Year's traditions

On December 26, at the Dom Lani eco-center (Zelenograd, 4921st Drive, Building 4, Bldg. 1), guests will learn how to paint Christmas tree decorations made from recycled materials. They will also learn how the spruce became the main attribute of the holiday and will be reminded of the history and traditions of New Year's celebrations in Russia since the 18th century. Visitors will also be able to solve a New Year's crossword puzzle. The holiday program at the eco-center begins at 2:00 PM. To participate, please register by calling 7 499 735-64-83.

The "New Year's Adventure" quest, "Pine Expert" class, and "Winter Eco-Trail" excursion will take place on the same date and time at the Kuskovo Eco-School eco-center (3rd Muzeynaya Street, Building 40, Bldg. 1). Pre-registration is required by phone: 7 495 370-07-50.

To learn about New Year's traditions from different countries, attend a class at the Terletsky Ecocenter (41 Metallurgov Street, Building 1). It will take place on December 27 at 12:00 PM. The meeting will also cover the types of conifers, their characteristics, and their importance to forest dwellers and humans. To register, call 7 495 672-88-65.

A class on proper waste disposal and energy and water conservation will be held at the Kuzminki Ecocenter (10 Kuzminskaya Street, Building 1) on December 28 at 11:00 AM. Those interested in attending should submit a request by calling 7 495 377-35-93.

Additionally, on this day, city residents will have the opportunity to make holiday decorations from natural materials for their homes or New Year's trees. Creative workshops are scheduled for December 27 and 28 at 12:00 PM at the Bitsevsky Les Ecocenter (Novoyasenevsky Tupik, Building 1, Building 2). You can register for a class by emailing epts-bittsles@eco.mos.ru. A similar event will take place on December 28 at 12:00 PM at the Losiny Ostrov: Russian Life Ecocenter (Bumazhnaya Prosek, Building 21, Building 1). Admission is free.

Learn to read animal tracks and unravel the mysteries of the sleeping forest

In early January, ecocenters invite city residents to enjoy exciting outdoor walks. For example, on January 5th at 12:00 PM, the Terletsky Ecocenter will host a class called "Trees of Our Park." Visitors will be introduced to the diversity of Moscow's trees, learn to identify their species, and discover their amazing features, including how they adapt to winter. Following the class, a short tour will be organized dedicated to the park's trees. Pre-registration is required by phone: 7 495 672-88-65.

Muscovites will learn about how plants and animals adapt to winter on January 5th during a walk through the Bitsevsky Forest Natural and Historical Park. The walk will be led by specialists from the Lesnaya Skazka Ecocenter (36th kilometer of the Moscow Ring Road, outer side, Bitsa recreation area). To register, please call 7 495 410-21-49 or email epts_lesnaya-skazka@eco.mos.ru. Participants will meet at 11:00 AM at the ecocenter gates.

On the same day, a tour of the Skhodnya River Valley in Kurkino Landscape Reserve will take place. Specialists from the Nature Museum Ecocenter (2 Rodionovskaya Street) will introduce guests to the local flora and fauna and explain winter bird feeding practices. The tour begins at 1:00 PM. Pre-registration is required by phone: 7 495 753-12-68 or email: ecomuseum@eco.mos.ru. Participants will be provided with the meeting location upon registration.

Children and adults will be able to admire natural landscapes and search for traces of forest creatures on the "Winter in Nature" walk through the Kuzminki Ecocenter. Participants are welcome on January 5th at 1:00 PM. To register, call 7 495 377-35-93.

The following day, January 6, city residents will have the opportunity to explore the Kuskovo Forest Park. During the tour, specialists from the Kuskovo Ecoschool ecocenter will tell you about local animals and their winter habits and offer the opportunity to participate in bird feeding. Registration is available by calling 7 495 370-07-50.

Those interested in learning to identify animal tracks and bird calls are encouraged to take a walk through Losiny Ostrov National Park. It's scheduled for January 7th at 12:00 PM. Visitors should arrive at the gates of the Losiny Ostrov: Russian Life Ecocenter. Admission is free.

Those interested in learning more about wintering birds and observing their habits can join a tour of the Izmailovo Natural and Historical Park. It is organized by the staff of the Tsarskaya Paseka Ecocenter (Izmailovskaya Paseka Village, Building 1) on January 9 at 10:00 AM. Participants will gather at the ecocenter gates. Admission is free.

Learn about bird feeding rules and the role of nature reserves

On January 9, several ecocenters will dedicate their classes to bullfinches. This day is an annual holiday in Russia dedicated to these red-breasted birds. A lecture on bullfinches will be held at the Kuzminki Ecocenter. Guests will learn how the female and male bullfinches differ, what they eat, and why they are more often seen in winter. To register in advance, please call 7 495 377-35-93.

An event called "The Leader of the Red-breasted" dedicated to bullfinches is planned for January 9th at 12:00 PM at the Terletsky Ecocenter (registration by phone: 7 495 672-88-65) and the Nature Museum (registration by phone: 7 495 753-12-68 or by email: ecomuseum@eco.mos.ru). Guests will be told the most interesting facts about these birds and their way of life. A similar event will take place on January 10th at 12:00 PM at the Losiny Ostrov. Krasnaya Sosna Ecocenter (12th Line of Krasnaya Sosna, Building 28). Admission is free.

Learn about bullfinches and other birds, as well as winter feeding tips, at an educational lesson on January 9 at 1:00 PM at the Vorobyovy Gory Ecocenter (1 Andreevskaya Embankment). Register in advance by calling 7 495 225-65-92. On the same day, a lesson on feeding birds during the cold season will be held at 2:00 PM at the Bitsevsky Forest Ecocenter. To register for the lesson, email epts-bittsles@eco.mos.ru.

Winter holidays at Moscow's eco-centers will conclude on January 11th. Events will be held to mark Nature Reserves and National Parks Day. For example, classes will be held at 12:00 PM at the Terletsky, Nature Museum, Forest Fairy Tale, and Losiny Ostrov. Krasnaya Sosna eco-centers, and at 2:00 PM at the Bitsevsky Les and Kuzminki eco-centers. Participants will be introduced to the types of specially protected natural areas, their status explained, and their important role in preserving the environment. Residents will also learn about the inhabitants of forests, seas, and much more.

You can find a list of winter and New Year's events in the capital on the project page. Winter in MoscowIt aims to strengthen social and family ties, create an atmosphere of unity and mutual support, and assist those currently defending the Motherland. Through a variety of programs, including cultural, educational, and sporting events, it brings together Muscovites and visitors of all ages and interests, creating conditions for creative development, active recreation, and warm communication. Particular attention is paid to supporting participants and veterans of the special military operation and their families, as well as all those providing assistance to the front.

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Another UAV that attacked Moscow has been destroyed. This was reported on their channel inMAX messenger Sergei Sobyanin reported.

"Emergency services are working at the site of the fallen debris," the Moscow Mayor wrote.

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Earlier, the Mayor of Moscow stated that the air defense system successfully repelled the attack. one drone heading towards the capital.

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