Roman Volkov, a performer with the Mikhailovsky Theatre in St. Petersburg, was taken to hospital immediately after a Cinderella performance. He described his injury as minor, but acknowledged it happened during work. The report comes from 78.ru [Source: 78.ru].
Volkov said, “It hurts to stand up, but there is nothing worse than that. I was frightened, hoping it wasn’t a serious injury like an Achilles issue, though thankfully the problem was not so dire. I hope to return soon. The performance could not be finished, and I was replaced. An ambulance arrived to take me to the hospital,” he shared.
Medical examination confirmed a tear in the calf muscle. The injury occurred after a landing following a series of jumps. Volkov recalled hearing a click in the leg and felt a sudden drop in strength as if the muscle were giving way.
In a separate development, a Moscow theater canceled a performance featuring Feklistov, known for his role in The Matchmakers. Reports suggest the decision may be linked to a past video message in which the actor addressed Ukrainian colleagues with statements that drew controversy. The actor did not comment on the cancellation when contacted. The situation has attracted attention from industry observers who note the broader climate affecting performances and cast decisions. Attribution for the cancellation and surrounding discussion is provided by industry coverage and official statements at the time, with additional context offered by subsequent reporting. [Source: industry coverage]