Putin Discusses Turandot Opera Premiere with Gergiev

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•Valery Gergiev informed Vladimir Putin about plans to expand the Bolshoi Theatre's capabilities on February 25, 2026.
•Putin asked Gergiev whether the music in the opera Turandot sounded harsh during their discussion on February 25, 2026.
•The conversation between Putin and Gergiev included topics related to the premiere of the opera Turandot.
•The meeting took place on February 25, 2026, focusing on cultural events in Russia.

What Could Happen If...

▸If the Bolshoi Theatre expands its capabilities as planned then Russian cultural institutions could host larger and more diverse performances, attracting more visitors and boosting the arts sector.

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👤Valery Gergiev(Conductor of the opera Turandot)👤Vladimir Putin(Russian President)

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RUKommersant (RU)Путин и Гергиев обсудили «возрождение дирекции императорских театров» // Путин и Гергиев обсудили открытие дирекции Большого театра и Мариинки RURIA Novosti (RU)Гергиев рассказал Путину о планах расширения возможностей Большого театра RURBC (RU)Путин спросил у Гергиева про «Турандот»: «жестко там все у вас звучит?»RURBC (RU)Путин спросил у Гергиева про «Турандот»: «жестко там все у вас звучит?»

Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke with conductor Valery Gergiev about the opera Turandot during a recent meeting. Putin asked if the music in the opera sounded harsh, showing his attention to the performance's artistic details. They also discussed plans to expand the Bolshoi Theatre's capabilities.