Performance «Beast Detective» by «TOXOT» Theater
Genre: Puppet and Shadow Detective Theater in Jazz-Noir Style
Age Rating: 6+
Duration: 45 minutes
Language: Russian
Venue: Big Stage
Date and Time: October 23, 17:30
Creative Team:
- Director, Adaptation, Musical Arrangement – Sergey Sederberg
- Set Designer – Elvira Lobzanova
About the Performance:
Experienced detective Barsuk and his assistant Barsukot investigate a terrible crime in a remote forest: someone has eaten a hare! All the evidence points to a wolf, who is quickly captured and arrested. But something about the case doesn't seem quite right...
Animal intrigues, betrayals, and crimes unfold in the style of detective noir, designed for family audiences. The production's stylish visual design, combined with music by jazz legend Miles Davis, immerses viewers in a world full of mysteries and adventures.
About the Theater:
«TOXOT» Theater (Theatrical Association of Artists Bringing Shadows to Life) was founded in 2021 in Yekaterinburg, Russia, by producer and director Sergey Cherepanov. The theater is distinguished by its innovative approach to shadow theater, combining traditional puppetry, acting, and modern multimedia technologies. Thanks to a specially designed shadow table and video projection, audiences can simultaneously watch the actors perform and see shadow characters come to life on a large screen. This artistic technique offers a fresh perspective on the expressive possibilities of puppetry, creating a magical atmosphere and inviting audiences into a world of imagination. «TOXOT» is listed in Russia's register of professional theaters and regularly participates in regional and international theater festivals.