From August 1-3, approximately 100,000 participants from all regions of Russia and 21 foreign countries gathered at the Black Sea coast for one of the country's most significant cultural events. The festival featured over 300 events dedicated to young art and inspired by the diversity of Russian culture, with performances by renowned artists taking place across five stages alongside presentations and meetings with prominent cultural figures.
This year's festival brought together a wide spectrum of formats: musical performances, appearances by star artists, theatrical productions, exhibitions, lectures, master classes, and meetings with public and cultural figures. For the first time, the program expanded to include theatrical-circus shows, a book fair, and the filming of well-known cinema and media projects.
The festival presented the full diversity of Russian culture in a single space—music, cinema, theater, literature, and visual arts. The main stage hosted the premiere of «Shoulder to Shoulder: Art and Victory», a multimedia musical production commemorating the 80th anniversary of Victory in World War II. The performance featured a unique collaboration between stars of Soviet music "revived" through artificial intelligence technology and contemporary artists performing songs popular during the war years, including classics like «In the Dugout», «Blue Kerchief», and «Dark Night».
The festival's five stages featured performers of various styles and genres. Exclusive performances for Crimea included groups like «Zveri», «Moya Michelle», and «25/17». The lineup also featured ST, Pelageya, "Komnata Kultury," Beautiful Boys and VLADA MIRAVI. Vladimir Kuzmin, Asia, LYRIQ, and TRITIA made their Tavrida debut, with AY YOLA appearing as a special guest. Regional artists with authentic sounds who reinterpret folklore in contemporary genres complemented the program, including SHYP LIY, FANZIL, HAGRIN, Inna Syberia, AYAA, Yana Krapiva, POLYUSHKA, UZORITSA, U EN, BLIZKEY, and Rozalia.
Sergei Kirienko, First Deputy Chief of Staff of the Presidential Administration, noted how young creators are engaging with themes of national identity, preservation of traditions, and patriotism.
«It's important to mention that this seventh 'Tavrida.ART' festival took place during the 80th anniversary of the Great Victory, a year designated by the President as the Year of the Defender of the Fatherland», Kirienko remarked.
«In my view, it was evident how deeply today's youth cherishes art, particularly the songs from the wartime era. All the productions we witnessed, including 'Shoulder to Shoulder: Art and Victory,' were created by young participants of Tavrida. Frankly, I feel immense pride in them, because it's clear how they've grown and how much heart and soul they've invested in performing these songs».
The festival has established itself as a key platform for Russia's creative youth and continues to grow in scope and influence each year.
