Bulgarians of Olden Times

Performed, cherished, and welcomed with delight in every age, Bulgarians of Olden Times remains a symbol of identity and a romantic alternative to our aggressive and confused times. It offers audiences of every generation a unique experience.

“The young come alive, while the old grow young again”—through the timeless power of laughter, self-irony, and love.

A captivating love story, filled with familiar Bulgarian characters and faces, it tells of the “obstacles” between two lovers determined to walk down the aisle. Comic situations, wonderful musical moments, and folk dances bring a distinctive touch to this entertaining plot, which, amid our hectic daily lives, invites us to laugh at our own customs.

The themes explored in the production are timeless. Its portrayal of Bulgaria’s distinctive national character, together with the parallels it draws with our own times, makes audiences smile—even at their own views and ideas about the world.

May beauty and love, Bulgarian pride, laughter, and affection stay in our hearts for a long time—with the Bulgarians of “olden” times!

Music: Asen Karastoyanov

Libretto: Kosta Raynov

Production adaptation: Mario Nikolov

Guest conductor: Slavil Dimitrov

Set design: Lidia Karkelanova

Choreography: Borislav Angelov, Rumyana Markova

Featuring:

Soloists, actors, orchestra, chorus, and ballet of

K. Kisимov Musical Drama Theatre