The world of puppetry with Sergei Obraztsov

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Date
1985
Summary
Part of a series of six specials showcasing the work of puppeteers from various parts of the world. This program features the work of Moscow's Central Academy Puppet Theatre and the compnay's founder and director, Sergei Obraztsov. Obraztsov's ensemble of more than 300 actors, musicians, puppet makers, and technicians performs excerpts from three of his productions before a live audience in Moscow. Henson makes introductory remarks and conducts an interview with Obraztsov about his work and background. Performance highlights include: "Adventures of Don Juan"; a solo performance by Obraztsov; and "The unusual concert".
Contributors
Henson, Jim; Obraztsov, S. V. ?q (Sergei? Vladimirovich), 1901-; Baker, Martin G; Jones, Trevor, 1949-
Publishers
Henson Associates; Gosudarstvennyĭ komitet SSSR po televidenii͡u i radioveshchanii͡u
Genre
Television specials
Subjects
American Culture; Performing Arts, Music; Puppeteers Russia (Federation) Moscow; Puppet theater Russia (Federation) Moscow
Locations
North America; United States of America
Collection
The Jim Henson video collection at the University of Maryland
Unit
Special Collections in Performing Arts
Language
English
Terms of Use
Access restricted to patrons at the University of Maryland.
Physical Description
057 minutes; color
Other Identifiers
Catalog Key: umd:1101; Catalog Key: alephsys003322423; Catalog Key: HENSON 041; Handle Identifier: hdl:1903.1/389

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