The planned performance featuring Honored Artist of Russia Kristina Orbakaite in Vladivostok on March 19 has been cancelled. This decision was confirmed by TASS, which cited statements from the organizers and the Fesco Hall concert venue about the cancellation. The news underscores the shifting schedule and the careful coordination required between venues, artists, and local authorities in the run-up to large events. (Source: TASS)
According to Fesco Hall, the cancellation was a joint decision made by the venue and the event organizers. The hall noted that the decision came after an internal assessment and discussions with the management team, highlighting that venue safety, logistics, and scheduling constraints were key factors in the final call. (Source: Fesco Hall communications)
In addition, the organizers indicated that a separate concert by singer Diana Arbenina, which had appeared on the Fesco Hall website, was shifted to another location, Fetisov Arena. This move reflects ongoing adjustments to accommodate competing events, logistics, and available facilities within the city’s entertainment ecosystem. (Source: venue announcements)
On February 7, Vladivostok Mayor Konstantin Shestakov suggested that the organizers consider canceling the Kristina Orbakaite and Diana Arbenina performances. It was noted that Orbakaite had multiple concerts scheduled for the same day, and the city administration appeared to favor consolidating or rescheduling appearances to better align with city-wide event planning. The broader regional impact included cancellations in Blagoveshchensk and Khabarovsk, signaling a wider ripple effect across the region. (Source: municipal statements)
Earlier, on January 24, the Vladivostok city administration reported receiving two formal cancellation requests via the online reception system. Officials advised the organizers to coordinate the performances with the Ministry of Justice, indicating a bureaucratic layer that can influence grantee permissions, venue use, and performer scheduling. The communication emphasized proper channels and compliance as essential to finalizing any changes. (Source: MCU briefings)
As this sequence of events played out, there were broader regional developments involving performances by Russian artists abroad. Previously, Estonian authorities prohibited a concert featuring Klava Koka in Tallinn, highlighting how cross-border policies and local regulatory environments can affect international tours and entertainment programming. The incident served as a reminder of how political contexts can intersect with the arts, shaping what audiences can see and hear in neighboring countries. (Source: regional officials and media coverage)