Valentin Sergeevich Varetsky

Valentin Sergeevich Varetsky (born 16 February 1956) is a Soviet and Russian actor of theater and cinema, as well as a theater director.

Biography

Varetsky was born on 16 February 1956 in the village of Andreevo-Ivanovka, Nikolaevsky district, Odessa region. He studied at the acting and directing faculty of the Kiev Theatre Institute from 1975 to 1979, graduating with honors. In 1990, he graduated with honors from the directorial department of GITIS (Gerasimov Institute of Cinematography).

Career

### Early Career

In 1989-1993, Varetsky was the chief director of the Belgorod Academic Theatre.

From 1996 to 2002, he served as the Chief Director of the Moscow Regional Drama and Comedy Theater in Noginsk. During this period, he directed several productions, including "Haunma" by A. A. Tsagareli (Belgorod's academic drama theater name).

### Notable Productions

In 2002-2004, Varetsky directed the Russian version of the musical “Chicago” (producers: A. Pugacheva, F. Kirkorov). From 2004 to 2013, he was the Chief Director of the Ostrovsky Moscow Regional Theatre.

### Honors and Awards

Varetsky has been recognized for his contributions to the arts. In 2001, he was awarded the title of Honored Artist of the Russian Federation.

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