About influence of domestic representatives of the art direction of symbolism on F. I. Shalyapin's opera and performing creativity

This article shines F. I. Shalyapin's new approaches to work on creation of the scenic images which have arisen under the influence of domestic representatives of the art direction of symbolism. For creation of a considerable number of the sets roles to the opera singer certain receptions and methods which belonged to this direction were characteristic. In process of professional formation Shalyapin communicated with various representatives of art circles, got acquainted with their relation to creativity, views and outlook. On the basis of these perceptions the strong base of its own artistic nature was created, creative thoughts and preferences were formed. Collaboration by S. V. Rachmaninov, A. N. Benois, V. E. Meyerhold, M. A. Vrubel helped Shalyapin to improve skills of scenic transformation as in musical and performing, art, and in actor's plans.