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Alexander Nikolayevich Ostrovsky Collection

Background imageAlexander Nikolayevich Ostrovsky Collection: Aleksandr Nikolaevich Ostrovsky

Aleksandr Nikolaevich Ostrovsky, half-length portrait, facing front, between 1880 and 1886

Background imageAlexander Nikolayevich Ostrovsky Collection: The Jesters, 1865, (1965). Creator: Illarion Pryanishnikov

The Jesters, 1865, (1965). Creator: Illarion Pryanishnikov
The Jesters, 1865, (1965). A retired official is mocked by drunks. Scene inspired by A.N.Ostrovskys play " Jokers", which premiered in 1864 in St Petersburg and Moscow

Background imageAlexander Nikolayevich Ostrovsky Collection: Alexander Ostrovsky, Russian playwright, 1884. Artist: Alexander Lensky

Alexander Ostrovsky, Russian playwright, 1884. Artist: Alexander Lensky
Alexander Ostrovsky, Russian playwright, 1884. Ostrovskys (1823-1866) best know plays are Enough Stupidity in Every Wise Man and The Storm. Several of his plays have been turned into operas

Background imageAlexander Nikolayevich Ostrovsky Collection: Stage design for the play The Storm

Stage design for the play The Storm, by Alexander Ostrovsky, 1916.Found in the collection of the State Central A Bakhrushin Theatre Museum, Moscow

Background imageAlexander Nikolayevich Ostrovsky Collection: Costume design for the play The Storm by Alexander Ostrovsky

Costume design for the play The Storm by Alexander Ostrovsky, 1916. Found in the collection of the State Central A Bakhrushin Theatre Museum, Moscow

Background imageAlexander Nikolayevich Ostrovsky Collection: Mariya Babanova, Russian actress, 1923

Mariya Babanova, Russian actress, 1923. Babanova (1900-1983) in Alexander Ostrovskys play A Profitable Position. Found in the collection of the The State Central A Bakhrushin Theatre Museum, Moscow

Background imageAlexander Nikolayevich Ostrovsky Collection: Igor Ilyinsky, Russian actor, 1924

Igor Ilyinsky, Russian actor, 1924. Ilyinsky (1901-1987) in a production of Alexander Ostrovskys play The Forest, at the Meyerhold Theatre, Moscow

Background imageAlexander Nikolayevich Ostrovsky Collection: Russian playwrights, 1870s

Russian playwrights, 1870s. Alexander Ostrovsky (centre) (1823-1886) with members of the Russian Playwrights Association

Background imageAlexander Nikolayevich Ostrovsky Collection: Scene from Alexander Ostrovskys play False Dmitriy, Maly Theatre, Moscow, Russia, 1870s

Scene from Alexander Ostrovskys play False Dmitriy, Maly Theatre, Moscow, Russia, 1870s. Found in the collection of the The State Central A Bakhrushin Theatre Museum, Moscow

Background imageAlexander Nikolayevich Ostrovsky Collection: Scene from Alexander Ostrovskys play Its a Family Affair

Scene from Alexander Ostrovskys play Its a Family Affair, Maly Theatre, Moscow, Russia, 1892. Found in the collection of the The State Central A Bakhrushin Theatre Museum, Moscow

Background imageAlexander Nikolayevich Ostrovsky Collection: Alexander Ostrovsky, Russian dramatist, late 1850s

Alexander Ostrovsky, Russian dramatist, late 1850s
Alexander Ostrovsky (1823-1866), Russian dramatist, late 1850s. Found in the collection of the State Museum of History, Moscow


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Alexander Nikolayevich Ostrovsky was a renowned Russian playwright who lived from 1823 to 1886. He is considered one of the most influential figures in Russian theater history. Born into a merchant family, Ostrovsky initially pursued a career in law but soon discovered his passion for writing plays. His works often depicted the social and moral issues prevalent in 19th-century Russia, earning him recognition as a master of realistic drama. The Jesters, one of his notable plays written in 1865, explores themes of love and deceit within the context of an acting troupe. Ostrovsky's contributions extended beyond writing; he also played an active role in promoting Russian theater. His play The Storm, first performed in 1859, showcased his collaboration with talented artists like Alexander Lensky and Aleksandr Golovin for stage design and costume creation respectively. The impact of Ostrovsky's work can be seen through its enduring popularity on stages worldwide. Renowned actors such as Mariya Babanova and Igor Ilyinsky brought his characters to life during the early 20th century, captivating audiences with their performances. Ostrovsky's legacy continues to inspire contemporary playwrights and remains relevant today due to its exploration of universal human experiences. Scenes from plays like False Dmitriy (1870s) and It's a Family Affair (1892) demonstrate his ability to capture complex familial dynamics while shedding light on societal issues. Through his dedication to portraying authentic characters against vivid backdrops, Alexander Nikolayevich Ostrovsky left an indelible mark on Russian theater that still resonates over a century later. His timeless works continue to captivate audiences around the world with their profound insights into human nature and society at large.

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