Timur Bekmambetov will present a new puppet show as part of the Golden Mask in Cinema program, marking its first appearance in this prestigious festival initiative. The news was reported by TASS, citing the festival’s press service as the source of information.
Festival organizers announced that the program will commence with a screening of Hodja Nasreddin, a production directed and produced by Timur Bekmambetov, who leads the Ulus Theater. The screening is slated for April 15 at the Moscow cinema center October, an iconic venue known for hosting landmark cultural events in the capital.
Hodja Nasreddin is authored by Ilgiz Zainiev. Among the performers are Konstantin Khabensky, Chulpan Khamatova, and Elizaveta Boyarskaya, along with a talented ensemble. The title has earned multiple nominations for the Golden Mask, including a nod for Best Director, underscoring its impact within the theater and film community.
Golden Mask in Cinema will be in its eighth year in 2022, continuing the festival’s tradition of bringing theater to a broader audience. Performances are scheduled across more than 60 cities in Russia, extending the reach of live stage work to a wider regional audience and highlighting the national breadth of this artistic celebration.
Earlier announcements indicated that the Golden Mask theater awards ceremony would be streamed online. Viewers can watch the live broadcast of the ceremony on April 20 via the Okko online cinema platform and the festival’s social media channels, ensuring accessibility for audiences who cannot attend in person. This online format aligns with contemporary viewing trends and expands the festival’s footprint beyond traditional theater halls, enabling audiences nationwide to participate in the festivities without geographic constraints.