Featured on a 1989 postcard, the A.S. Pushkin Evpatoria City Theatre stands as one of the city’s significant architectural landmarks and an important cultural hub. The building is located on Theatre Square, forming a central ensemble.
What is shown on the postcard
The postcard captures the facade of the A.S. Pushkin Evpatoria City Theatre on a clear summer day in 1989. The building is designed in the Neo-Renaissance style, featuring prominent columns on the ground floor and distinctive superstructures at the corners of the roof. The shot is taken from a slight elevation, with lush greenery in the foreground, including flowering shrubs and a coniferous tree. Pedestrians and a cyclist are visible in the square in front of the theatre, creating a sense of everyday urban life.
Historical note
The history of the Evpatoria Theatre began in 1910, when it was solemnly opened. The Neo-Renaissance style building was designed by architects A.I. Henrykh and P.Ya. Seferov. The theatre quickly became a hub of cultural life in Evpatoria, hosting prominent artists and troupes from the Russian Empire and later the USSR. In 1937, the theatre was named after the great Russian poet A.S. Pushkin, commemorating the 100th anniversary of his death.
Present day
Currently, the A.S. Pushkin City Theatre continues to operate as a functional theatre and an important cultural venue in Evpatoria. The building retains its historical appearance, despite undergoing restorations and repairs over the years. It remains one of the city’s main symbols, attracting both locals and tourists eager to experience theatrical art and history.
Location (map)
Address: Teatralnaya Square, 1, Evpatoria
Coordinates: 45.196390, 33.364440
(Google Maps)
Coordinate source: Coordinates obtained using Google Maps/OpenStreetMap for Teatralnaya Square, 1, Evpatoria..
Questions and answers
- When was the A.S. Pushkin Evpatoria Theatre built? The Evpatoria City Theatre was opened in 1910.
- Who were the architects of the theatre? The building’s project was developed by architects A.I. Henrykh and P.Ya. Seferov.
- What architectural style is the theatre built in? The theatre building is designed in the Neo-Renaissance style.
See also
The «Old Postcards» archive includes other views of Yevpatoria from 1989.
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