Wagner and Russia

Exploring the reception of Wagner's works in Russia, this book reveals how his music and ideas flourished in a unique cultural environment. It traces the journey from the first mention of Wagner in Russian media in 1841 to his rehabilitation during glasnost. Utilizing unpublished archival materials, the study details Wagner's 1863 visit and the evolution of his productions in Russia, highlighting radical interpretations by directors like Meyerhold and Eisenstein. The influence on Russian Modernism, particularly among Symbolist writers, is also a focal point.