The Chelyabinsk anniversary concert by Stas Mikhailov was pushed back due to technical reasons, according to reports cited by Broadcast 74.RU and confirmed by the organizers. The show was originally scheduled for April 4 at MTS Live Hall but has been rescheduled to May 22 at the same venue. All tickets that were previously issued remain valid for the new date. The organizers stressed that the postponement was not connected to the Crocus City Hall terror attack and its aftermath. There is, however, speculation in some circles that the turnout may have been lighter than expected, with about half of the seats still empty, prompting questions about whether the performance would eventually take place as planned. Broadcast 74.RU also noted that Mikhailov’s performance is being moved to Yekaterinburg as part of the same rescheduling process.
Towards the end of March, Mikhailov addressed Alla Pugacheva, known as a People’s Artist of Russia, in a public appeal after she had voiced criticisms. He wished her good health in that moment.
Earlier, Mikhailov made headlines by commenting on fellow artists who criticized Russia, describing their remarks as not entirely appropriate. In a recent interview, a journalist asked whether Pugacheva had time to listen to her new song and whether she should release new material now. Mikhailov responded by taking aim at artists who left Russia to protest, stating that he had not listened to the track himself.
In response to Mikhailov’s remarks, Pugacheva suggested that he should earn money while he can. In a video message, he stated that he would not return to Russia unless he could freely express his thoughts and opinions.
Earlier in Chelyabinsk, another performance was canceled due to illness, this time involving Sergei Garmash. [Source: Broadcast 74.RU]