Elizaveta Arzamasova showcased two performances in the ice show Champions, sharing the stage with her husband Ilya Averbukh. The program included selections that celebrated classic romance and cinematic flair, with Arzamasova performing a favorite ballad about Ana. The event occurred on May 4 at the Megasport Sports Palace in Moscow, drawing fans from across the region to witness a blend of skating artistry and live music.
Performer Misha Tikhonov, a rising figure skater from Donetsk, delivered a vocal rendition of the song Hope a Little Orchestra, interpreted through Arzamasova. In another contemporary moment, the actress also sang Goodbye Guys, a piece that resonated with audiences as Matvey Vetlugin, a bronze medalist from the Russian Cup final, brought his own athletic number to the stage. The intertwining of vocal performances and ice choreography highlighted a show designed to bridge sport and music in a single, cohesive experience.
Averbukh introduced a fresh program that blends orchestral arrangements with live vocal performances, crafted as a tribute to Victory Day. The concept was conceived as a single, uninterrupted show, and the premiere featured a sequence of performances where storytelling through music and movement unfolded in real time. The ensemble included premiering moments for several acclaimed athletes who joined the production to contribute their artistry alongside the music and ice spectacle. Notable participants supplemented the cast, enriching the overall narrative with a diverse mix of athletic and artistic talent. [Source: production notes and stage program]
In related developments, there have been discussions about financial support for ice shows in the Russian arena. Reports indicated that Tatiana Navka and Evgeni Plushenko submitted applications seeking grants intended to fund ice show productions, with a figure reported around 59 million rubles. The proposal reflects ongoing efforts to secure funding for large-scale skating performances and the broader entertainment ecosystem surrounding winter sports in the region. [Source: event funding briefings]