The lead singer of "Ivanushki International," Kirill Andreyev, attended the premiere of the ballet "The Nutcracker" at the National Centre RUSSIA

Famous music performer, lead singer of the group "Ivanushki International," Kirill Andreyev, visited the National Centre RUSSIA with his family to see "The Nutcracker" ballet in multimedia sets. The new production offers audiences a unique opportunity to experience the classic ballet in a contemporary setting, featuring special effects and multimedia elements.

"For me, 'The Nutcracker' is first and foremost beautiful music by Tchaikovsky. I am sure that the wonderful soloists of the Bolshoi Theatre, Igor Tsvirko and Kristina Kretova, will give us an amazing performance. I came to today's event at the National Centre RUSSIA with my family: my wife, son, daughter-in-law, and granddaughter. She will probably be the happiest of all, not because of Grandpa’s songs, but because of Tchaikovsky's wonderful ballet," said Kirill Andreev.

The grand premiere of "The Nutcracker" ballet in multimedia sets took place at the National Centre RUSSIA on December 29. Hoffmann’s famous tale and Tchaikovsky’s legendary music were presented in a new modern interpretation. Instead of traditional static stage elements, bright special effects and animation brought the story to life before the eyes of the audience.

The National Centre RUSSIA was established by order of the President of the Russian Federation, Vladimir Putin, to preserve the legacy of the International RUSSIA EXPO and to showcase the achievements of the country and its citizens on a permanent basis. Federal government agencies, state companies, corporations, and regions take part in the Centre’s work.

The National Centre RUSSIA is located at 14 Krasnopresnenskaya Embankment, Moscow. The Centre is open from 10:00 to 20:00 every day except Monday.