In the heart of Yekaterinburg stands a grandiose building crowned with an openwork hanging dome. This is the famous Yekaterinburg Circus, where amazing programs have been held since 1980. The design of this building is considered the best in Europe.
Circus location
In the center of the Leninsky district, where Kuibyshev and March 8 streets intersect, a circus building rises above the western coast of the Iset. Next to it is the Geological metro station and an unfinished television tower, reminiscent of the shape of a chess queen. It is adjacent to the Zelenaya Grove arboretum and the Greenwich shopping center.
Ekaterinburg circus also borders on the Yunost stadium and the Novo-Tikhvin Convent. From it to Plotinka and the main city square of 1905 - the Ural Arbat - only 15 minutes of leisurely walking. A magnificent view of the circus building opens from the observation deck of the Ural metropolis "Meteorological Hill", located on Bazhova Street.
History of the circus in Yekaterinburg
The building of the first stationary circus was erected in 1933 according to the design of the designer K. Bezukhov on the site,which occupied the corner of Rosa Luxembourg and Kuibyshev streets. It lasted a little over 40 years. In 1976, the building, built of wood, burned down. The main entrance of the old circus overlooked Kuibyshev Street.
With the assistance of two directors, a new Yekaterinburg circus was built. Ekaterinburg, as a result of close and fruitful cooperation between experienced circus figures, architects, designers and engineers, received a unique building. The team of designers and builders took into account the comments of the directors (former and future) - N. I. Slautin and F. F. Leucinger.
Thanks to Felix Feliksovich, who learned the specifics of such buildings while working in the Nizhny Tagil Circus, more than 160 valuable adjustments were made to the project. The project of the building was created by architects Yu. L. Shvartsbreim and M. F. Korobov, designers E. P. Peskov and R. M. Ivanova, engineer Nikitin.
The new circus opened its doors to spectators on February 1, 1980. It was named after the legendary trainer V. I. Filatov. Since 1996, it has become a venue for traditional regional, all-Russian and international festivals. In 2012, the institution became the winner of the Russian award in the field of circus art "Sharivari". The award was established by the Russian State Circus and the Ministry of Culture of the Russian Federation.
Architecture and interior decoration of the circus
A bright distinctive feature of the architecture of the circus in Yekaterinburg is the dome, made in the form of a huge lattice carved structure, formed by powerful semi-arches. The outer dome risesat 50 meters. The height of the inner dome is 26 meters. Due to the considerable height and shape of the dome, the building has excellent acoustics.
The design features of the building allow for the most complex performances. The premises in the building are finished with Ural stone. The hall can accommodate 2558 spectators. The Yekaterinburg circus is equipped with two arenas. In one are rehearsals, in the other they give performances. The buffet sells pastries, sandwiches, cotton candy, popcorn and various drinks.
Museum
The institution houses a unique circus museum. This is the only museum of its kind in the world. In its halls it is allowed to take relics in hand. The expositions tell about the history of the institution and circus art. There, the backstage is opened for visitors - a place where miracles happen.
Performances
Each program of the Yekaterinburg Circus is full of bright performances of extraordinary artists. In the arena, trainers with their pets give amazing performances. Under the dome, tightrope walkers and acrobats soar up, striking the audience with incredible tricks. Funny clowns add fun and joy. The program of performances often changes, they do not get bored and do not get fed up.
Legendary circus artists and pop stars come here on tour with excellent performances and attractions. From time to time recognized masters of international class come to the Yekaterinburg circus. Stars of the Russian and world circus enter its arena.
Tickets
Tickets are freely sold at the box office of the buildingcosting from 300 to 1000 rubles. Children under 5 years old are admitted free of charge. The management of the circus is engaged in charity work. Orphans, pupils of boarding schools, disabled people, pensioners and members from low-income families are provided with free or discounted tickets. Promotions for them are held once a month.
Public feedback
The spectators always admire every performance given by the Yekaterinburg Circus. Reviews about it are amazing. Residents of the metropolis and its guests, having watched this or that program, claim that they have visited a wonderful holiday. The circus gives the public moments of joy and happiness.
With all this, they note with sadness that the interior of the institution with a strong troupe and famous touring artists is not ideal, the premises require reconstruction and interior renovation.
