Moscow·Architecture·20th century

Vakhtangov Theatre

Vakhtangov Theatre
Елена Нечипоренко ·CC BY-SA 4.0·Original image·Photo credits

A drama stage on Old Arbat and a programme of performances.

The story of this place

The theatre grew from Yevgeny Vakhtangov’s studio, which opened on Arbat in 1921.

The building was rebuilt after wartime damage, preserving the theatre’s connection to the street.

Look a little closer

  • A drama stage on Old Arbat and a programme of performances.

Find your way

55.749839, 37.591513

The pin marks the place. Check its website for the precise entrance and access route.

Sources and verification

Sources reviewed: 8 November 2026. Before travelling, check opening hours, tickets and access on the official website.

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