Quick facts
- Released
- January 1, 1979
- Runtime
- 172 min
- IMDb
- tt0791081
Cast
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Frequently asked questions
- What is Khovanshchina about?
- This performance, recorded live at the Bolshoi Opera in 1979, stars the great Russian bass Evgeny Nesterenko as Dosifei, the Old Believer at religious and psychological war with the new order, led by Prince Ivan Khovansky. The manipulative Khovansky is powerfully portrayed here by Alexander Vedernikov, another of the world’s greatest basses, little known outside of the Soviet Union. Marfa, one of Dosifei’s followers and a fortune teller, is sung by the legendary mezzo-soprano Irina Arkhipova in a performance of great authority and dignity. Russian opera at the Bolshoi is the genuine article and the remainder of the cast is equally impressive, from the mistrusting Prince Galitsyn of Evgeny Raikov to the clever, informing Shaklovity of Vladislav Romanovsky. The Bolshoi chorus and orchestra is conducted by Yuri Simonov.
- Who directed Khovanshchina?
- Khovanshchina was directed by Elena Macheret.
- Who stars in Khovanshchina?
- Khovanshchina stars Evgeny Nesterenko, Irina Arkhipova, Evgeny Raikov, Vladislav Romanovsky.
- When was Khovanshchina released?
- Khovanshchina is a 1979 music film.
- Where can I watch Khovanshchina?
- You can watch Khovanshchina with full details, cast, and streaming options on 3eyedraven.