Thursday, May 7, 2026 · Updated Thursday, May 7, 2026
The heart of Novosibirsk, Russia, pulsed with an infectious rhythm as a lively folk dance performance transformed a public square into a vibrant stage. Under a clear, sunny sky, young adults, dressed in an array of period costumes, moved with grace and precision. Women donned flowing green or light blue dresses, while men wore crisp white shirts and black pants, their attire a nod to traditional heritage.
On a sunny day, a large group of young couples are dancing in a public square, presumably performing some sort of folk dance. The men are wearing white shirts and black trousers, while some women wear similar outfits with red skirts and others wear all-white dresses. They all appear to be having fun. A person in the foreground records the scene on a smartphone. The surrounding area contains buildings, trees, and pedestrian onlookers, against a clear blue sky.
Sveta Shant
Novosibirsk, Russia · May 7, 2026, 8:04 AM · 11.0k attention
The choreographed routine saw dancers moving in unison, often in pairs, twirling and embracing to unseen music. Their expressions were focused yet joyous, reflecting the pride and energy invested in the cultural celebration. Spectators gathered around the perimeter of the paved square, some pausing to watch the spectacle unfold, others capturing the moments on video.
The video shows a large group of people performing a folk dance on a paved square in front of buildings, on a bright day. The dancers are dressed in traditional-style outfits, including dresses in light blue and green and men's shirts and black pants. The dancers move in coordinated steps. Some dancers lift female partners, swinging them around. The overall atmosphere appears festive and celebratory. Tall buildings are visible in the background under a clear blue sky.
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A grand building with imposing columns and a tall banner formed a stately backdrop to the performance, its architectural elegance contrasting with the dynamic movement below. A stone colonnade on one side framed the scene, adding to the classical urban setting. The square itself, with its patterned tiles, provided ample space for the dancers to execute their intricate formations.
The video shows a group of people dancing outdoors in a public space. The dancers are dressed in a variety of clothing, including white shirts, black pants, red skirts, white dresses, and military-style uniforms. Some of them are in pairs and are holding hands or embracing. They are moving and twirling to music. Behind the group is a large building with columns, and other people can be seen standing and watching. The setting appears to be a sunny day in an urban environment.
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Novosibirsk, Russia · May 7, 2026, 8:03 AM · 0.1k attention
The video shows a large group of people standing in front of a building. The building has a row of columns and banners with the number 81 on them. The people are dressed in a variety of clothing, including white shirts, white dresses, and brown uniforms. They are standing in rows and appear to be posing for a photo or video. A woman is speaking in front of the group. Several people are taking pictures or videos of the group with cameras and phones. The sky is blue and the weather appears to be sunny. There are other buildings visible in the background.
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Novosibirsk, Russia · May 7, 2026, 8:06 AM · 0.1k attention
The event was a testament to community spirit and cultural preservation, bringing together participants and observers in a shared experience of art and tradition. The air was filled with the energy of the performance, a delightful interlude in the daily life of Novosibirsk, showcasing the city's rich cultural tapestry through the beauty of folk dance.
A group of young people dances in front of a classical building with columns, under a clear blue sky. The dancers are dressed in a mix of white and red outfits: some women wear long white dresses, others have white tops with red skirts, and the men are in white shirts with black pants. They are moving in a coordinated manner, holding hands, and raising their arms. One person in a military uniform is visible among them. The building behind them features posters on its facade. The surrounding area is a paved square.
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Novosibirsk, Russia · May 7, 2026, 8:04 AM · 0.1k attention
The video shows a group of young couples dancing in a public square, with a bald man walking past in the foreground. The dancers are dressed in white shirts and dark pants or red skirts, performing a traditional dance under a clear blue sky. Several other people are visible in the background. The square has a tile pattern and is surrounded by buildings.
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Novosibirsk, Russia · May 7, 2026, 8:01 AM · 0.1k attention

The photograph depicts a large group of people standing in front of the Novosibirsk State Academic Opera and Ballet Theatre (НОВАТ) in Novosibirsk, Russia. The theater's facade, with its tall columns and classical architecture, is prominently featured. Several banners are hung on the theater, which include "12 MAY," "Holiday gala concert," and "happy birthday." A cameraman with a video camera and stabilization rig stands in the foreground, capturing the scene. A portion of another person's jacket is visible on the right side of the image. The group of people, dressed in various costumes and outfits, appear to be celebrating or participating in an event associated with the theater's 81st anniversary. The sky is blue with some white clouds.
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Novosibirsk, Russia · May 7, 2026, 8:06 AM · 0.0k attention
The video shows a group of young adults dancing outdoors on a paved square. The dancers are in couples, and some are wearing period costumes, with women in green or blue dresses and men in white shirts and black pants. A tall building is in the background. One person with a video camera is filming. A stone colonnade is on the left. The day is sunny.
Here is a description of the video: The video shows a group of people walking on a paved path in what appears to be a park or plaza. The path is bordered by dark soil. Some of the people are dressed in matching outfits, including white shirts and dark skirts. Other people are dressed casually, including jeans and t-shirts. There are some people standing on the side of the path, seemingly observing the procession. A stroller can also be seen. In the background, there's a statue of two figures holding what seems to be a laurel wreath. The environment includes trees, grass, and a clear sky with some clouds. There are also urban elements like buildings and streetlights visible in the background.
Novosibirsk, Russia · May 7, 2026, 8:00 AM
On a sunny day, a large group of young couples are dancing in a public square, presumably performing some sort of folk dance. The men are wearing white shirts and black trousers, while some women wear similar outfits with red skirts and others wear all-white dresses. They all appear to be having fun. A person in the foreground records the scene on a smartphone. The surrounding area contains buildings, trees, and pedestrian onlookers, against a clear blue sky.
The video shows a large group of people dancing in a public square on a sunny day. Most of the dancers are women, and they are dressed in two different styles of dresses: some are wearing long, green dresses, while others are wearing blue dresses and black skirts. They are holding hands and moving in unison. There is also a smaller group of dancers dressed in white shirts and black pants. The dance is being performed on a large, paved square with a building in the background. There are trees and other buildings visible in the distance. Several people are standing around the square, observing the dance. The video is shot from a handheld camera, and the camera moves around to capture different angles of the dance.
Sveta Shant
Novosibirsk, Russia · May 7, 2026, 8:01 AM
The video shows a large group of people performing a folk dance on a paved square in front of buildings, on a bright day. The dancers are dressed in traditional-style outfits, including dresses in light blue and green and men's shirts and black pants. The dancers move in coordinated steps. Some dancers lift female partners, swinging them around. The overall atmosphere appears festive and celebratory. Tall buildings are visible in the background under a clear blue sky.
A crowd of young adults is seen outdoors, performing a choreographed dance. The men are dressed in white shirts and black trousers, and the women wear either pale green floral dresses or light blue dresses. They move in unison in front of a large building with pillars and a tall banner. The weather appears sunny and clear.
Sveta Shant
Novosibirsk, Russia · May 7, 2026, 8:02 AM
The video shows a group of people dancing outdoors in a public space. The dancers are dressed in a variety of clothing, including white shirts, black pants, red skirts, white dresses, and military-style uniforms. Some of them are in pairs and are holding hands or embracing. They are moving and twirling to music. Behind the group is a large building with columns, and other people can be seen standing and watching. The setting appears to be a sunny day in an urban environment.
A group of people is posing for a photo in front of a large, stately building. The building has several tall columns and banners hanging between them. The banners have images and the number "81" on them. The people in the group are wearing a variety of clothing styles and colors. The ground is paved with large gray tiles. The sky is bright blue. A person holding a camera can be seen in the lower right corner of the frame.
Sveta Shant
Novosibirsk, Russia · May 7, 2026, 8:05 AM
The video shows a large group of people standing in front of a building. The building has a row of columns and banners with the number 81 on them. The people are dressed in a variety of clothing, including white shirts, white dresses, and brown uniforms. They are standing in rows and appear to be posing for a photo or video. A woman is speaking in front of the group. Several people are taking pictures or videos of the group with cameras and phones. The sky is blue and the weather appears to be sunny. There are other buildings visible in the background.
The video shows a woman standing on a plaza, with a large group of people in formation in the background, in front of a columned building. The woman is in the foreground. She is standing at ease, wearing a khaki jacket over a patterned top and pants. She has a crossbody bag. Behind her, there is a large choir or performance group aligned in multiple rows. They appear to be wearing formal dresses. The location appears to be an urban setting, with a tall building visible in the background. The weather looks sunny and clear. The plaza appears to be brick or paved. There is a lamppost visible on the right side.
Sveta Shant
Novosibirsk, Russia · May 7, 2026, 8:07 AM
The video shows a paved plaza on a sunny day. Trees with green leaves line the plaza, casting shadows on the ground. There are several people walking along the plaza, and one person is sitting on a bench. A small, brown building is also visible on the plaza. In the distance, buildings can be seen. There is a sign with black and white photos on it. The camera pans to the left, following people walking down the plaza.
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Novosibirsk, Russia · May 7, 2026, 8:09 AM

The image depicts a sign located in a park setting in Novosibirsk, Russia. The sign, likely part of an outdoor exhibition, features the title "Little stories of the Great War." It displays historical information, photographs, and text. One notable detail is the inclusion of the memories of Zoya Fedorovna Bulgakova, talking about her experiences. The text discusses the intersection of war and theater, mentioning her theatrical studio near the "Pioneer" cinema on M. Gorky Street, and how the war changed the activities of theater, with schools being used as hospitals, so they created a special program for the wounded. The text goes on to mention many people of arts and culture who were evacuated to Novosibirsk. Also mentioned were the Belorussian Jewish Theater and the Leningrad TYUZ. The text ends by stating after the war Zoya Fedorovna worked in the Young Spectator's Theater in Novosibirsk. The sign includes black and white photographs of Bulgakova and a building. The environment is characterized by green grass, trees, and buildings.
Sveta Shant
Novosibirsk, Russia · May 7, 2026, 8:10 AM
The video shows the interior of a subway station. Several people stand along the edge of the platform, waiting for a train. Some are looking in the direction the train will arrive from while others are looking at their cell phones. Subway advertisements line the wall behind the platform. The ceiling of the station is curved with evenly spaced rectangular lights. The floor is a dark brown with a herringbone pattern. People can be seen walking in the background, further down the platform.
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Novosibirsk, Russia · May 7, 2026, 8:16 AM
A blue metro train arrives at a station platform. The train is decorated with a St. George ribbon. People stand along the platform waiting to board. The station has a modern design.
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Novosibirsk, Russia · May 7, 2026, 8:18 AM