The actor came to Russia from Bulgaria.

Yevgeny Mironov mom Tamara Petrovna

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Yevgeny Mironov literally raced from the airport (the actor flew in from Bulgaria) in Moscow garden “Hermitage”. The fact that Mironov was one of the winners of the award of Yury Lyubimov, which is awarded to a second year on the birthday of the legendary Creator of the “Theatre on Taganka”.

Inna Churikova and Gleb Panfilov

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The number of winners is public awards limited. This year is noted for the professionalism, dedication, a clear expression of their civic position” was only three: Yevgeny Mironov, art
Irina Antonova and neurosurgeon Alexander Konovalov. The award was handed Mironov, Inna Churikova (they starred together in “the idiot”). Inna noted the incredible talent and personal charisma of Eugene: “so, even though he grew up and became the artistic Director of Theatre of Nations, but for me still remains a favorite Genia”.

Lyudmila Maksakova

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Alexander Zhurbin

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The venue of the ceremony was chosen. The award was presented in the building of the “New Opera”, where Lyubimov rehearsing his latest play. That statement — “the School for wives by Moliere on music of Vladimir Martynov — showed the guests of award at the end of the official part.

Irina Antonova

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The award was established by the Charity Fund of development of theatrical art im. Lyubimova. Winners awarded
diploma, memorial sign (the sculpture “Balance”, symbolizing how Lyubimov for years, had to balance in order to save his theater and at the same time defending their ideals), as well as a cash reward.