Overview
- Moscow hosted the first Artist's Day at the National Center “Russia” on January 17, a date chosen for Konstantin Stanislavsky’s birthday.
- President Vladimir Putin’s congratulations were read by Sergei Kirienko, with special thanks to performers supporting troops in the special military operation.
- State honors were presented, including People’s Artist badges to Alexander Oleshko, Anna Mikhalkova and Maksim Averin, alongside other orders and medals.
- Deputy Prime Minister Tatyana Golikova detailed plans to modernize 113 theaters by 2030 and to fund equipment upgrades for 30 theaters each year.
- Kirienko cited about 41,000 school theaters nationwide, while the Theater Workers’ Union said award ceremonies will become annual and announced a recurring charity drive.