Published on: 2026-10-20
Source: Moscow Government – Правительства Москвы –
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A new themed train has started running on the Serpukhovsko-Timiryazevskaya line of the Moscow metro, dedicated to the upcoming 90th anniversary of the State Academic Igor Moiseyev Ensemble of Folk Dance. The train’s eight cars tell the story of the famous ensemble, its founder, and its choreographic productions. The train will operate on the line for six months.
“By the order of Sergey Sobyanin, we continue to familiarize passengers with the history and culture of our country through themed metro trains. Since the beginning of 2026, we have launched and updated 16 such trains. The new train is dedicated to the upcoming 90th anniversary of the world-renowned Igor Moiseyev Folk Dance Ensemble. In eight cars, passengers will be able to learn about the creative path of the great choreographer and the history of the ensemble. Previously, we also held an exhibition in the metro dedicated to the famous productions of the ensemble,” said the Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Transport and Industry.
Passengers of the themed train can take a virtual journey through time — from 1937, when Igor Moiseyev founded the ensemble, to the present day. They will learn about the ensemble’s contribution to the development of choreographic art, as well as its international recognition.
Special attention was given to the famous dance performances from the company’s repertoire, including “Tatarochka-Chernomorochka,” “Suite of Old Russian Dances,” “A Day on the Ship,” “Tabakeryaska,” “Chinese Ribbon Dance,” and many others. The train’s exterior design features recognizable images of the artists and characteristic dance elements from these performances.
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Earlier, an exhibition dedicated to the State Academic Igor Moiseyev Ensemble of Folk Dance was opened in the Moscow metro. The exhibition was located between the “Dynamo” station of the Zamoskvoretskaya line and “Petrovsky Park”. Large Circle Line and included 30 vivid photographs of various dances of the ensemble.
The launch of themed trains has become one of the traditions of the Moscow Metro. Since 2013, more than 335 such trains have run on the lines of the capital’s metro. Their design is dedicated to significant historical dates, cultural events, outstanding personalities, regions of Russia, and passenger services.
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