The play 'Inostranka'

In Belgrade, the premiere of a theatrical project titled 'INOSTRANKA' will take place, which is a modern stage interpretation of Sergey Dovlatov's story 'The Foreign Woman'. The lead role in this project is performed by actress Masha Mashkova. The production is directed by Maxim Didenko, who is considered one of the most significant representatives of contemporary theater. 'INOSTRANKA' is a modern theatrical project that tells the story of a person at a pivotal point in life. The focus is on themes of choice, loss, hope, and the ability to maintain a sense of irony even when the established world falls apart. The production is addressed to audiences from various countries and cultures, making the personal story universal. The play poses the question of what might prompt a person to leave their home, contemplating politics, circumstances, internal crises, or a sudden sense of 'foreignness' in their life. 'INOSTRANKA' combines the literary foundation with the personal story of the actress. It is not just a stage version of Sergey Dovlatov's story but also Masha Mashkova's frank conversation with the audience about life in emigration, attempts to build a career in Hollywood, life in Los Angeles, and reflections on memory, family, and growing up. The production is performed in the format of a live dialogue with the audience, without a fourth wall, making it ironic, honest, emotional, and therapeutic. The project raises the theme of emigration as a universal human experience. If in the 1980s emigration was seen as a domestic drama, nowadays it has become an existential choice and a kind of leap into the unknown. However, the essence remains the same: every person feels like a 'foreigner' at least once in their life — in a new country, profession, or even in their own fate.