We saw our first play at the Moscow Art Theatre the other day, and for those students who are following this blog, was it very interesting to see, especially since I can't speak any Russian. The Art Theatre puts a lot of importance on etudes, which for those of you who don't know, are basically stories told without words, just in movement. So the play, which was based on a short story written by Gogol, was very movement orientated, and even only knowing "dog" and "cat", I was more moved by this play than most I see in the States. The actors didn't rely on the words as much as the movements, which were much more specific than anything I've seen in the states. We have seen some truly remarkable things, so here's another picture.

-Eric

We are here!

So hello to everyone back home in the States, the journey has begun! We just started classes today, saw a lovely play yesterday based on a short story by Gogol, and went to the cemetery where Stanislavksy, Chekov, and Damrovich are buried. (Amongst many other of the Russian elites) TO EVERYONE GOING: LEARN RUSSIAN! It's been very hard to live normal life without speaking the language! I will give you a picture just to get your taste buds wet. Feel free to leave comments on this blog, especially if they are specific questions or concerns you have for those of us who are over here, and I will do my best to respond in ample time. Cheers!

-Eric