Contemporary trends in musical theater: experimental forms and new directions in China and Russia

Background. The article highlights contemporary trends in musical theater, focusing on experimental forms and new directions in China and Russia. The author emphasizes that modern theater is a dynamic art capable of reflecting changes in cultural and social context. In particular, in China there is an increased attention to traditional cultural elements, folklore and historical subjects, which corresponds to the identity of the Chinese people. With the application of modern technology, there is an active development of music festivals and the expansion of artistic perception.