Hayfest: 10 days, 90 presentations

Today at 8 p.m. at the Stanislavsky Russian Theater the opening ceremony will take place of the 5th Hayfest theatrical festival. This was announced at a meeting with journalists by Hayfest president Artur Ghukasyan.

According to Ghukasyan, 350 participants from 33 countries will take part in the festival, as well as 40 theatrical troupes from Great Britain, America, Switzerland, Germany, Austria, and other countries. “In the framework of the festival, some 90 presentations will be offered, on 14 different stages. There will also be a seminar on new drama,” said Ghukasyan. In his words, several films connected with the festival will be shown at the National Gallery of Art, as well as related programs to be shown on “Kentron” television station. Ghukasyan added that several important artists will participate, as well as presidents of international festivals, directors, and film experts. A round table discussion will center on advancing art in Armenia and art management.

We remind that the festival was founded in 2002, and since has been included in the international film festival circuit, including several based in Europe. We note that in 2006 the festival was noted as the best in the region, except for the Moscow festival. Hayfest will continue until October 14.