Yevgeny Mironov, who already made an impression in two films by the father and son Todorovsky, confirms his status as a rising star. The critics are unanimous: his Bumbarash is irresistible. His teacher [Tabakov], however, is probably still the only one who can assess the full measure of Mironov's talent.

The show is yet another celebration for fans of Yevgeny Mironov, who plays Bumbarash. Agile and musical, he works with total dedication and genuine empathy for the play's goings-on. It's hard to believe that Zhenya is only 25, so astute and judicious is he on the stage, unerringly capturing what is by now a cultural archetype.
The lead is played by Yevgeny Mironov. Those that have seen the actor onstage aren't likely to forget his astonishing mastery of his craft. Most people know Mironov from his film roles and come to see a movie star, but the very first minutes of the show make it clear that the cinema captures only a fraction of his abilities.
The actor, currently involved in many important film and theater projects, performs in this veteran production as if it were his one and only role, not sparing himself and pulling out all the stops. His every entrance is a deep breath that the audience holds all the while Mironov is onstage.

The versatility of Yevgeny Mironov's artistic gift has become an axiom. Having achieved recognition in an array of starring roles, his mere appearance would draw crowds. But along with the rest of the show's cast, he puts his whole heart into his performance, combining a superlative dramatic talent with a knack for singing and dancing. ... The payoff is prolonged ovations.


[Translated by Vlada Chernomordik for the Yevgeny Mironov Official Website]