Gergiev, Valery

Putin Ally Valery Gergiev to Lead Bolshoi Theater

The Russian maestro, who heads the Mariinsky Theater in St. Petersburg, will also control the Bolshoi in Moscow, replacing Vladimir Urin, who spoke out against the Ukraine war.

By Javier C. Hernandez

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War in Ukraine Takes Its Toll on the Tchaikovsky Competition

With Russia a pariah in the West since its invasion of Ukraine, this usually prestigious event is underway with far fewer international participants.

By Javier C. Hernandez

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Now Playing in China: Putin-Aligned Artists Shunned in the West

As Russia works to shore up its image and rebuild its soft power after its invasion of Ukraine, it is strengthening cultural ties with friendly nations, including China.

By Javier C. Hernandez

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