The subject of this biography is a multi-talented Russian artist, boasting a versatile skill set that encompasses acting, directing, and choreography. His educational background is marked by a prestigious graduation from the Leningrad Choreographic School named after A.Ya. Vaganova in 1971, where he was mentored by the esteemed teacher A.A. Pavlovskiy.
Following his formal education, he joined the ballet troupe of the Opera Studio of the Leningrad Conservatory named after N.A. Rimsky-Korsakov, a position he held from 1971 to 1977. His subsequent career trajectory saw him becoming a member of the Leningrad Maly Opera and Ballet Theater named after M.P. Mussorgskiy, a role he fulfilled from 1977 to 1993.
In addition to his performances on stage, he also pursued further academic studies, graduating from the ballet master department of GITIS in 1987 under the guidance of renowned teachers E.S. Maksimova and V. Vasilyev.
Throughout his career, he has showcased his exceptional talent by taking on leading roles in various ballet films, including "Chapliniana", "Moonlight", and "Old Tango", among others. His repertoire also features performances in films such as "Road House", "Anyuta", "Seven Beauties", and "The Last Tarantella".
As a choreographer, he has worked extensively with musical and drama theaters across Russia, leaving a lasting impact on the country's cultural landscape. Notably, he has choreographed performances at the esteemed Novosibirsk Theater of Musical Comedy.
