Count Orlov musical

«Count Orlov» is an action-packed and spectacular musical. The story is based on one of the most thrilling and dramatic legends of the 18th century. It is an amazing story of love and betrayal. Actual events are still under lock and key.

The play is set in the second half of the 18th century during the reign of Catherine the Great. Count Alexey Orlov, who had once contributed to Catherine the Great’s rise to power, falls out of favor and is sent away in disgrace to lead the navy in Italy. While there, he meets a beautiful young woman named Elizabeth who has aspirations for the Russian crown. She claims to be the granddaughter of Peter the Great. In an attempt to win back Catherine's affection by uncovering Elizabeth's plans, Orlov begins an affair. However, what starts off as an innocent fling soon turns into something far more serious.

Featuring Moscow musical scene stars Ekaterina Guseva, Valerie Lanskaya, Aglaya Shilovskaya, Igor Balalaev, and others.