A 1968 collectible postcard depicting the building of the Ostrovsky Regional Russian Drama Theatre in Luhansk.
What is shown on the postcard
The photograph captures the main facade of the theatre building in the Soviet Neoclassical style. The central portal features a monumental colonnade topped by a triangular pediment with a bas-relief and sculptural compositions on the roof. Theatre playbills, including one reading ‘Gastroli’ (Tour), are visible at the base of the columns. A blue-and-white LAZ-695 bus is parked in front of the theatre, three women walk in the foreground, and other pedestrians are seen near the entrance.
Historical note
The theatre building on Teatralna Square was constructed in the 1950s based on a standard design, opening in 1953. The theatre was named after the prominent playwright Aleksandr Ostrovsky. During the Soviet period, it served as one of the city’s primary cultural centers, regularly hosting touring theatre groups from across the USSR.
Present day
Today, the theatre is known as the Luhansk Academic Russian Drama Theatre named after Pavel Luspekayev. The building has preserved its historic architectural appearance, including the colonnade and decorative facade elements, and continues to function according to its original purpose.
Location (map)
Address: Teatralna Square, 4, Luhansk, Ukraine
Coordinates: 48.572750, 39.302820
(Google Maps)
Coordinate source: Coordinates of the theatre building at Teatralna Square, 4 in Luhansk..
Questions and answers
- Which building is shown on the postcard? The postcard depicts the Ostrovsky Regional Drama Theatre building in Luhansk.
- What is the architectural style of the theatre? The building was constructed in the Soviet Neoclassical style, featuring a massive portico with columns.
- What is the current name of this theatre? Today, it is known as the Luhansk Academic Russian Drama Theatre named after Pavel Luspekayev.
See also
The «Old Postcards» archive includes other views of Luhansk from 1968.
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