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1. Eifman Ballet Theater St. Petersburg
DancePsychological drama reigns here. Most of the ballets in the repertoire of this internationally acclaimed troupe—one of the only professional...Read More
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2. Maly Drama Theater
Vladimirskaya | TheaterWith a smattering of performances with English, French, and Italian subtitles, the MDT is home to one of the best theater companies in Russia...Read More
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3. Mariinsky Theatre
Admiralteisky | DanceThe names Petipa, Pavlova, Nijinsky, and Nureyev—and countless others associated with the theater and the birth of ballet in St. Petersburg...Read More
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4. Academic Capella
City Center | MusicOne of St. Petersburg's best-kept secrets is its oldest concert hall, dating to the 1780s and presenting choral events as well as symphonic...Read More
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5. Alexandrinsky Theater
City Center | TheaterRussia's oldest theater opened in 1756 and is one of the country's most elegant and comfortable. Its repertoire is dominated by 19th-century...Read More
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6. Baltiisky Dom Festival Theater
Petrograd Side | TheaterAn umbrella venue for a dozen experimental companies of various genres holds performances in its large hall and a variety of basements, attics...Read More
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7. Beloselsky-Belozersky Palace
City Center | MusicThe former home of Prince Beloselsky-Belozersky, a rose-color neobaroque palace, has a large mirrored ballroom that hosts concerts. ...Read More
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8. Bolshoi Drama Theater
City Center | TheaterKnown as BDT, this theater is one of the jewels in St. Petersburg's crown and with a repertoire that focuses on classics—from Chekhov and Ostrosky...Read More
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9. Bolshoi Puppet Theater
Liteiny/Smolny | TheaterOne of the oldest continuously operating children's theaters in Russia began at the start of the 20th century. The theater has delighted generations...Read More
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10. Children's and Youth Philharmonic
Vyborg Side | TheaterThe theater is a bit out of the way but the symphony orchestra and puppet theater stage musicals and operas that both kids and adults can enjoy. ...Read More
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11. Cultural Heritage Preservation Board
City Center | Art Galleries–ArtsCultural Heritage Preservation Board. If you buy any artwork in St. Petersburg, ask the shop to provide you with the necessary documentation...Read More
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12. Early Music Festival
FestivalsInternational soloists and ensembles gather for the festival, usually held late September through early October. ...Read More
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13. Erarta Contemporary Art Museum and Gallery
Vasilievsky Island | Art Galleries–ArtsWith 2,000 works by nearly 150 Russian artists on display, this mammoth five-floor complex is the country's largest contemporary art exhibition...Read More
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14. Gallery Borey
City Center | Art Galleries–ArtsOn display here are changing exhibitions of work by contemporary artists, including paintings, graphics, and decorative art. There is also a...Read More
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15. Glinka Hall
City Center | MusicFor chamber and vocal music, head to this small theater, part of the Shostakovich Philharmonic (it's just around the corner from the main hall...Read More
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16. Guild of Masters
City Center | Art Galleries–ArtsYou'll find paintings, graphics, decorative art, and various jewelry items made by local craftsmen for sale here. ...Read More
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17. Hermitage Theater
City Center | MusicThis glorious and highly unusual theater in the Hermitage mainly hosts the St. Petersburg Camerata, a fine but often overlooked chamber ensemble...Read More
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18. House of Composers
City Center | MusicLovers of contemporary classical music flock here to hear pieces written by its members—look for names such as Sergei Slonimsky, Boris Tishchenko...Read More
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19. Kochneva's House
City Center | MusicChamber music concerts are held here in atmospheric salons. ...Read More
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20. Loft Project Etagi
Vladimirskaya | Art Galleries–ArtsInside the five floors of what was once a bakery are galleries, exhibition halls, and designer boutiques. This arts and cultural center gets...Read More
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