Singer Aniri: "The play 'Morozko' is a true New Year’s miracle!"

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The first audiences of the multi‑genre play "Morozko", which premiered on 27 December at the National Centre RUSSIA, shared their impressions. Among them was Aniri, a Russian singer, blogger, songwriter and mother of five children. She attended the performance with her 14‑year‑old daughter and said she wanted to bring all her children to see it. The singer was delighted and urged everyone to watch the play during the New Year holidays.

"We sang and danced along with the entire audience. It’s very engaging and vibrant for children. We journeyed through various fairy tales. I think after watching the play, children will go home and start re‑reading and re‑watching our good old fairy tales. "Morozko" is a very vibrant production. The actors’s performances were so mesmerising that I wanted to step onto the stage and become part of the action. It’s wonderful how well the interaction with the audience has been thought through," said Aniri. "I recommend every parent to see "Morozko" — a modern interpretation of our fairy tale. Not only children but also adults will be delighted. It’s a true New Year’s miracle."

According to the singer, the collaboration of different genres, familiar songs, music and multimedia scenery delighted the audience. "The hour and a half flew by in one breath," she noted.

The premiere of the multi‑genre play "Morozko" at the National Centre left audiences with only positive emotions. The production combined opera, ballet, folk dance, contemporary choreography, music and special effects, creating a unique world of a Russian fairy tale unlike anything else.

Other audience members also shared their impressions. For instance, young Mikhail was impressed by the dances of the fairy‑tale characters: "I really enjoyed it and would love to come again to experience those beautiful moments once more. I especially liked the Firebird’s dance and Baba Yaga’s dances with her team. I invite everyone to this beautiful event. Happy New Year!"

Victoria Shmeleva also loved the production. She said the play was well‑structured, with all the accents properly placed. "Everything here has been thought through: the classical structure blends with modern rhythms, special effects, dances, folk songs, ballet and opera. What’s especially pleasing is that this is a children’s play, and children can connect with our culture, feel proud of it and admire it. Absolutely thrilling!"

Marina Simonova attended the premiere with her daughter and son. Watching the play gave the family vivid and emotional impressions.

"This isn’t our first time at the National Centre RUSSIA. We’ve attended various events, but this is our first time seeing such a fairy‑tale production. What I liked most was the multi‑genre nature of 'Morozko'. The blend of formats — modernity and classical ballet — is unusual and beautiful. By the way, our family also has an interesting tradition. We don’t like artificial Christmas trees. We prefer the natural scent of a real pine tree. Every year, the whole family decorates it beautifully," said Marina Simonova.

As part of the "New Year Russia" project, the National Centre RUSSIA is hosting the author’s multi‑genre play "Morozko". Audiences saw the premiere on 27 December 2025. The play will be shown again on 28 and 30 December, as well as from 6 to 11 January and on 14 January 2026. Admission is free — you just need to register on the National Centre RUSSIA website. You can select a suitable date in the "Events" section.