Published on: 2026-08-18
Source: Moscow Government – Правительства Москвы –
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Some things remain important forever: the warmth of a family home, the care of loved ones, the simple ability to be there. The theaters under the city’s Department of Culture have gathered a whole gallery of such stories — from a poignant drama about the fragile bond between father and son to a kind fairy tale about loyalty and the warmth of home. Let’s choose a play together with the service “Mosbilet”.
About complicated relationships, love, and support
“Eldest Son, or Letters to a Son” at Lenkom by Mark Zakharov (16+)
To the centenary anniversary of Yevgeny Leonov’s birth, an event will be held in September play premiere — a dedication to a great actor. Director Vladimir Pankov combined Alexander Vampilov’s play “The Elder Son” with the letters of Yevgeny Leonov to his son.
The image of Andrey Sarafanov has become iconic: he is a kind, slightly naive person. Even when he becomes the victim of someone else’s prank, he does not lose himself and ultimately finds a true family. The play resonates as an honest conversation about trust and support, which will be a pillar in the most difficult situations. The lead role will be played by Yevgeny Leonov’s son — Andrey Leonov.
“The Married Bride” at the Mossovet Theatre (12+)
A light and cheerful comedy Based on the play by Alexander Griboyedov and directed by Evgeny Marchelli, it touches on the important theme of family relationships. According to the director, there is no negativity or negative characters in this story — it is almost a Christmas fairy tale about a big family that takes the arrival of a new person into their circle seriously. The conclusion is simple and important: there are no strangers.
Infectious humor and relatable everyday situations make the play a great choice for an evening when you want to both laugh and think about what really matters.
“Papa” at the Sovremennik Theatre (16+)
Tragicomedy about the elderly Andre, whose memory is fading. This changes his perception of reality and, most importantly, disrupts the connection with his loved ones. Performed by Sergey Shakurov and Viktoria Tolstoganova, the scenes between father and daughter are filled with sincerity and tension. Their relationship is a tangle of contradictions: love and misunderstanding, support and resistance. The play prompts reflection on how important it is to be there when a loved one especially needs help, and how family bonds help not to face troubles alone.
“Aunt Charlie’s” at the Theater on Trubnaya (18+)
The story familiar from the film “Hello, I Am Your Aunt!” remains here a funny comedy with costume changes and funny situations, but behind the humor hides a serious thought: how frightening it is to miss love and not find the right words in time.
A fateful meeting years later makes one wonder if it was destined to happen precisely now. This is a light, ironic, yet touching story about the chance to make things right and the value of the moment when the heart finds the right words.
For the whole family: fairy tales, adventures, and heart-to-heart talks
And now — performances that can and should be watched together with children: here you’ll find laughter, wonders, and important conversations after the curtain. In these stories, both children and adults will find something close to their hearts.
“The Three Little Pigs. Oh” at the Taganka Theater (6+)
A childhood story comes alive on the stage of the Taganka Theater as a multi-layered theatrical adventure. Sergey Mikhalkov’s fairy tale has received a new interpretation thanks to his granddaughters Anna and Nadezhda Mikhalkov.
Production designer Maria Tregubova created a vibrant visual universe: enormous dolls, fantastic images, and sets immerse viewers in a world where there are wonders, laughter, and deep meanings. An unexpected narrator — the wolf — helps to hear the lessons of the fairy tale anew: about laziness and work, about fear and courage, about justice and forgiveness. The performance becomes a space for play, reflection, and discoveries for both children and adults.
“The Scarlet Flower” at the A.S. Pushkin Theatre (0+)
For the 75th anniversary of the legendary production, Evgeny Pisarev released updated version of the famous fairy tale. The story of Alyonushka’s selflessness, who agreed to live in the palace of a terrible monster to save her father, is told anew. Behind the ugly appearance of the palace owner, the girl discerned a loving, suffering heart. This warm, beautiful story reminds us that true love knows how to see what is important, hidden from the eyes of strangers.
“Moss. The Story of One Dog” at the Shalom Theatre (12+)
A piercing and warm parable About the dog Moha, who lost his family because of the war but kept faith in life and found a new home. His journey is a series of losses and trials: he becomes a vagrant, a gladiator, a prison guard, and a fugitive, yet he moves forward with hope to find his lost loved ones. His compass is his nose, and his guiding thread is the scents that keep the memory of home.
How does a dog see the surrounding world? The production gives viewers the opportunity to imagine this through the expressive means of dramatic theater, object theater, and puppet theater.
“Cinderella” at the Moscow Operetta Theatre (0+)
The musical based on Charles Perrault’s fairy tale, directed by Jeanne Gerder, delighted young theatergoers for many years. In updated version modern visual effects, new choreography, tricks, and transformations appeared. Flights over rooftops, floating clouds, and a fairy magician create a real miracle on stage. For children, this is an exciting journey into a world of fantasy; for adults, a feeling of pleasant nostalgia and emotions that only a truly kind fairy tale can give.
“Peter Pan” at the Moscow Theatre for Young Audiences (12+)
Famous story about a boy who ran away from home because he didn’t want to grow up. This is not just a fairy tale, but a reflection on the value of one’s hometown and the importance of dreams. The play carries a simple yet powerful message: even the brightest adventures cannot replace home. The story also reminds us of the importance of staying connected with our inner child — the part of ourselves that knows how to dream, enjoy simple things, and believe in miracles.
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