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Vladimir ZhivopistsevOpera tenor singer, soloist of the Mariinsky Theatre.
Date of Birth: 01.01.1954
Country:  Belarus |
Content:
- Early Life and Education
- Operatic Debut and Early Repertoire
- Joining the Mariinsky Theatre and Career as a Tenor
- - "Life for the Tsar": Polish Messenger
- - "The Snow Maiden": Leshy
Early Life and Education
Born in Belarus in 1954, the renowned tenor opera singer began his musical journey in 1982 by graduating from the Odessa State Conservatory as a baritone. His distinguished career commenced with stints as a soloist at the M. P. Mussorgsky Opera and Ballet Theatre (1982-1987) and the "Saint Petersburg Opera" (1988-1994).
Operatic Debut and Early Repertoire
As a baritone, he showcased his exceptional vocal abilities in various productions, including "The Barber of Seville" (Figaro), "La Traviata" (Giorgio Germont), "Iolanta" (Robert), "Eugene Onegin" (Onegin), "The Queen of Spades" (Yeletsky), "The Marriage" (Podkolesin), and others.
Joining the Mariinsky Theatre and Career as a Tenor
In 1994, the tenor joined the illustrious opera company of the Mariinsky Theatre, where he continues to perform as a soloist. His repertoire expanded to encompass numerous roles in operas such as:
- "Life for the Tsar": Polish Messenger
- "Ruslan and Lyudmila": Bayan, Finn- "Prince Igor": Ovlur, Eroshka
- "Boris Godunov": Misael, Khrushchev
- "Khovanshchina": Streltsy Officer, Kuzka
- "Mazeppa": Iskra
- "The Enchantress": Balakirev
- "The Queen of Spades": Chekalinsky, Chaplitsky, Master of Ceremonies
- "The Snow Maiden": Leshy
- "Sadko": Foma Nazarievich, Indian Guest, Elder- "The Tale of Tsar Saltan": First Helmsman
- "The Nightingale": Japanese Ambassador
- "The Gambler": 1st Croupier
- "The Fiery Angel": Doctor, Jacob Glock
- "Semyon Kotko": Translator
- "Betrothal in a Monastery": Lopez
- "The Nose": Policeman, Janitor, Eunuch
- "Lady Macbeth of the Mtsensk District": Teacher
- "Katerina Izmailova": Zinovy Borisovich, Nihilist, Coachman
- "The Story of Kai and Gerda": 1st Troll
- "The Trial": Footman
- "The Carriage": Soldier
- "La Sonnambula": Notary
- "Lucia di Lammermoor": Arthur Bucklaw
- "Nabucco" (concert performance): Abdallah
- "Aida": Messenger
- "Tosca": Spoletta
- "Madama Butterfly": Goro
- "Il Tabarro": Tinca
- "Gianni Schicchi": Gherardo
- "Samson et Dalila": Philistine Messenger
- "The Marriage of Figaro": Don Curzio
- "The Magic Flute": Priest, 1st Armored Man
- "Lohengrin": Brabantine Knight
- "Parsifal": Page, 1st Grail Knight
- "Salome": Jew
- "Ariadne auf Naxos": Officer
- "The Makropulos Affair": Vitek
International Acclaim and Accolades
The tenor's exceptional talent and artistry have earned him widespread recognition and acclaim. He has performed in prestigious opera houses and concert halls around the world, including Finland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Poland, England, Portugal, Israel, France, Luxembourg, Belgium, the Netherlands, Japan, Turkey, and the United States.
