Type: Opera
Orchestra: Mariinsky Theater
Conductor: Valery Gergiev
Artists: Sergei Semishkur, Tatiana Pavlovskaya, Oleg Sychov
Location: Mariinsky Theater, St. Peterburg, Russia
Year: 2012

Prokofiev's The Gambler by the Mariinsky Theatre was an electrifying performance, combining dramatic tension with musical brilliance. The sharp, fast-paced score vividly captured the desperation and chaos of gambling. Under Valery Gergiev’s precise direction, the orchestra and cast delivered energy and emotion. The immersive sets, with opulent casino décor, revolving stages, and dynamic lighting, brought the high stakes gambling world to life - visually and emotionally captivating.