In an interview with People’s Artist of Russia Oleg Basilashvili NSN He supported Leah Akhedzhakova, who was removed from her role in the Sovremennik Theater.
“I think this is a complete disgrace! The canceled production of The Gin Game is very good. It has nothing to do with politics. Maybe Liya Akhedzhakova offends someone? But that’s another matter!” The actress commented on what happened. Basilashvili said that he was ready to sign a letter in defense of Akhedzhakova.
“Why is a worthy, beautiful, good actress deprived of her job in Sovremennik? This is his only job so far. This is wrong, it is against the law, the director’s decision is against our Constitution,” the artist thinks.
Theater “Sovremennik” removed From the repertoire of the play “The Gin Game” with the participation of Leah Akhedzhakova. The actor admitted that he burst into tears after this news.