This 1967 postcard presents the building of the A.S. Pushkin Drama Theater, located in Yevpatoria, Ukrainian SSR. The image captures the cultural institution during its active functioning in the Soviet era.
What is shown on the postcard
The postcard depicts the main facade of the A.S. Pushkin Theater building. The theater’s architecture is characterized by an eclectic blend of Art Nouveau and Neoclassical elements, with distinctive pylons at the corners of the main entrance, as well as decorative bas-reliefs and columns. Pedestrians are visible in the square in front of the building, and greenery on the sides suggests a well-maintained urban environment. Posters advertising current or upcoming performances are displayed in the arched openings on the ground floor. To the left, behind the theater building, a fragment of a dome with a cross, belonging to the St. Nicholas Cathedral, is visible.
Historical note
The construction of the Yevpatoria City Theater, now known as the A.S. Pushkin Drama Theater, began in 1908 and was completed by 1910. The building’s design was developed by architect A.L. Henrykh. The theater became one of the first permanent theater buildings on the Crimean Peninsula, quickly gaining status as an important cultural center of the city. Its architectural appearance reflects the trends of the early 20th century, combining monumentality with decorativeness.
Present day
Currently, the A.S. Pushkin Drama Theater continues its activities as Yevpatoria’s leading cultural institution. The building maintains its historical architectural appearance, despite numerous repairs and reconstructions carried out over decades. The theater remains a hub of the city’s theatrical life, attracting audiences with local productions and touring performances.
Location (map)
Address: Teatralnaya pl., 1, Yevpatoria, Crimea
Coordinates: 45.195030, 33.364490
(Google Maps)
Coordinate source: Coordinates obtained via Google Maps for the address: Teatralnaya pl., 1, Yevpatoria.
Questions and answers
- When was the A.S. Pushkin Drama Theater in Yevpatoria built? The construction of the Yevpatoria City Theater, now the A.S. Pushkin Drama Theater, began in 1908 and was completed by 1910.
- What architectural style characterizes the theater building? The theater’s architecture is characterized by an eclectic blend of Art Nouveau and Neoclassical elements.
- What is visible in the square in front of the theater on the 1967 postcard? Pedestrians are visible in the square in front of the building, along with greenery on the sides, and posters in the arched openings on the ground floor.
See also
The «Old Postcards» archive includes other views of Yevpatoria from 1967.
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