8 july, 2010 11:01
Prime Minister Vladimir Putin sends his congratulations to artistic director of Russian State Satirikon theatre Konstantin Raikin on his 60th birthday

Prime Minister Vladimir Putin sends his congratulations to artistic director of Russian State Satirikon theatre Konstantin Raikin on his 60th birthday

The message reads, in part:
"An inimitable actor and stage director, you have truly mastered your craft winning the recognition of your colleagues and the respect and love of your audience. You have played many wonderful roles on stage and in films and have directed great performances. You also inherited the helm from your renowned father and managed to preserve and expand the traditions of Satirikon, one of Russia's most popular theatres."