The Evolution and Development Vision of Sino-Russian Theatre Exchanges from the Perspective of the Chekhov International Theatre Festival

Frontiers of Theatre Studies

FTS, Vol. 1, No. 1, 2026, pp.60-68.

Print ISSN: 3106-8073; Online ISSN: 3106-8081

Journal homepage: https://www.ftsjournal.com

DOI: https://doi.org/10.64058/fts260107edvsr

契诃夫戏剧节视域下中俄戏剧交流的演进历程与发展愿景

邓爱芹（Deng Aiqin），鞠治安（Ju Zhian）

摘要：契诃夫国际戏剧节作为全球极具影响力的戏剧交流平台，历经三十余年发展，形成初创期、拓展期、深化期的演进轨迹，其从本土展演到全球盛会的蜕变，也勾勒出中俄戏剧交流由浅入深的成长脉络。本文梳理了中俄戏剧交流的合作模式从单向学习到双向互动与联合共创，参与程度从零星参与到主宾国集中展示，交流维度从剧目展演到人才共育的路径。在此基础上得出，中国戏剧需以戏剧节为平台，秉持守正创新原则，在经典作品诠释、实验新剧探索、传统艺术与现代科技融合等方面持续发力，打造更多优质戏剧作品。同时，从中俄戏剧互鉴中提炼出文明互鉴的核心运行逻辑，即尊重文明差异是平等对话的前提，高质量艺术呈现是有效传播的关键，人才共育是可持续发展的支撑。这既为中俄戏剧未来发展提供方向，也为不同文明间的艺术交流与平等互鉴提供了重要参考。

关键词：契诃夫戏剧节；戏剧交流；演进逻辑；发展愿景

作者简介：邓爱芹，讲师，广州大学在读博士，研究方向：国际中文教育。电子邮箱：1575286303@qq.com。鞠治安（通讯作者），贵州大学哲学院在读博士，研究方向：外国哲学。电子邮箱：903104445@qq.com。

Title: The Evolution and Development Vision of SinoRussian Theatre Exchanges from the Perspective of the Chekhov International Theatre Festival

Abstract: As a highly influential global platform for theatrical exchange, the Chekhov International Theatre Festival has evolved over more than 30 years through three distinct stages: initiation, expansion, and deepening. Its transformation from a local performance event to an international festival has paralleled the progressive development of Sino-Russian theatrical exchanges from limited engagement to in-depth cooperation. This paper examines the evolutionary pathways of Sino-Russian theatrical exchanges: the cooperative model has shifted from one-way learning to two-way interaction and joint creation; participation has evolved from sporadic attendance to concentrated showcase as the Guest of Honour; and the dimensions of exchange have expanded from repertoire performances to joint talent cultivation and institutional cooperation. Building on this analysis, the paper concludes that Chinese theatre should leverage the festival platform to uphold the principle of 'integrity and innovation', continuously advancing in the interpretation of classic works, exploration of experimental new dramas, and integration of traditional art with modern technology to produce higher-quality theatrical works. Furthermore, the study extracts the core operational logic of civilizational mutual learning from Sino-Russian theatrical exchanges: respect for civilizational differences serves as the foundation for equal dialogue, high-quality artistic presentation ensures effective cross-cultural communication, and joint talent cultivation provides sustainable development support. These insights not only provide strategic direction for the future development of Sino-Russian theatre but also offer valuable references for artistic exchanges and equal mutual learning among diverse civilizations.

Keywords: Chekhov International Theatre Festival; theatrical exchange; evolution logic; development vision

Author Biographies: Deng Aiqin, Lecturer, Ph.D. Candidate at Guangzhou University. Research Field: International Chinese Language Education. E-mail: 1575286303@qq.com. Ju Zhi’an (Corresponding Author), Ph.D. Candidate at the School of Philosophy, Guizhou University. Research Field: Foreign Philosophy. E-mail: 903104445@qq.com.