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Mariinsky Theatre (Kirov Opera and Ballet)
1 Teatral'naya ploshchad
St. Petersburg 190000
Russia
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Grand Choral Synagogue 0.3 mi 0.5 km 4 of 5 stars
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“The Mariinsky Opera and Ballet Theater” Saint-Petersburg.com
“A 'Great' time in St. Petersburg, Russia” msnbc.msn.com / Frommer's
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“Marinsky Theatre” VirtualTourist.com
“Russian Ballet at the Kirov: "A night of ballet splendour"” iAgora.com / iTravel
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The stage of this internationally renowned theater was graced by Russia's most celebrated classical performers in pre-Revolution days, and is today...... more » The stage of this internationally renowned theater was graced by Russia's most celebrated classical performers in pre-Revolution days, and is today best known for its famous Kirov Ballet. « less
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Attraction type: Theater, Ballet
Address: 1 Teatral'naya ploshchad St. Petersburg 190000
Russia
Tel: 7 812 114 1211
Fax: 7 812 314 1744

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“More than a theatre”
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5 of 5 stars
PrinceMichael   2 contributions
Cincinnati, OH
Feb 8, 2008
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If you will be anywhere near St. Petersburg, Russia, you must visit the Mariinsky Theatre. What a treasure! A beautiful theater that must be seen and experienced. As I'm nearly 6'6" (2 meters) tall, I find the seating to be very comfortable which is a rare occasion for me. Personally I recommend the Kirov Ballet. Of course the sets, lighting... more

“meraviglioso in tutto!”
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5 of 5 stars
silvia79   66 contributions
milano
Jan 15, 2009
2
people found this review helpful

ho acquistato 2 biglietti per "il lago dei cigni" in internet sul sito del teatro, scegliendo i posti e pagando... more

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Mariinsky Theatre (Kirov Opera and Ballet) Address

1 Teatral'naya ploshchad, St. Petersburg 190000 , Russia
Tel: 7 812 114 1211 Fax: 7 812 314 1744