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Bangladeshi soldiers are seen installing a barbed wire closing a street during the national curfew. The Bangladesh government imposed a nationwide curfew on July 20, 2024, due to escalating violence and protests. On July 24, 2024, the curfew was relaxed, allowing the key garment export sector and banks to reopen as the government attempts to revive the economy and stabilize foreign exchange reserves following last week's deadly protests.Bangladeshi soldiers are seen installing a barbed wire closing a street during the national curfew. The Bangladesh government imposed a nationwide curfew on July 20, 2024, due to escalating violence and protests. On July 24, 2024, the curfew was relaxed, allowing the key garment export sector and banks to reopen as the government attempts to revive the economy and stabilize foreign exchange reserves following last week's deadly protests.

Bangladeshi Military are patrolling during a curfew in Dhaka

The Bangladesh government imposed a nationwide curfew on July 20, 2024, due to escalating violence and protests. From 24 July 2024, Bangladesh relaxed a nationwide curfew after deadly protests last week, allowing the key garment export sector and banks to reopen as the government tries to get the economy back on track and stem the declines in foreign exchange reserves.

A protester wears a T-shirt with the face of Che Guevara seen during the commemoration march. Hundreds of protesters march through the streets of Madrid commemorating the 71st anniversary of the assault on the Moncada barracks in Cuba. The assault on July 26, 1953, led by Fidel Castro, Abel Santamaria, and Lester Rodriguez, marked the beginning of the Cuban Revolution.A protester wears a T-shirt with the face of Che Guevara seen during the commemoration march. Hundreds of protesters march through the streets of Madrid commemorating the 71st anniversary of the assault on the Moncada barracks in Cuba. The assault on July 26, 1953, led by Fidel Castro, Abel Santamaria, and Lester Rodriguez, marked the beginning of the Cuban Revolution.

Demonstration in Madrid on the anniversary of the assault on the Moncada barracks in Cuba

Commemoration of the assault that took place on July 26, 1953 at the Moncada barracks led by Fidel Castro, Abel Santamaria and Lester Rodriguez, an act that resulted in the beginning of the Cuban Revolution.

Emmanuel Macron, French president welcomes his Argentine counterpart Javier Milei, at the Palais Elysée. Emmanuel Macron, French president receives his Argentina's counterpart Javier Milei, at the Elysée Palace in Paris.Emmanuel Macron, French president welcomes his Argentine counterpart Javier Milei, at the Palais Elysée. Emmanuel Macron, French president receives his Argentina's counterpart Javier Milei, at the Elysée Palace in Paris.

Emmanuel Macron welcomes Javier Milei at Palais Elysée, in Paris

Emmanuel Macron welcomes Javier Milei at Palais Elysée, in Paris

Kashmiri men are seen fishing on the dried portion of the river Jhelum following the continuous dry spell in Srinagar, the capital city of Himalayan region of Kashmir. Jammu and Kashmir is facing an unprecedented rise in temperatures and dry weather conditions. This shift in climate is not only affecting the region’s ecosystem but also impacting the lives of its inhabitants.The region has witnessed a significant decline in rainfall, with some areas receiving less than 50% of their average annual rainfall. Experts warn of adverse impacts on water bodies, glaciers and key sectors such as agriculture, horticulture and tourism.Kashmiri men are seen fishing on the dried portion of the river Jhelum following the continuous dry spell in Srinagar, the capital city of Himalayan region of Kashmir. Jammu and Kashmir is facing an unprecedented rise in temperatures and dry weather conditions. This shift in climate is not only affecting the region’s ecosystem but also impacting the lives of its inhabitants.The region has witnessed a significant decline in rainfall, with some areas receiving less than 50% of their average annual rainfall. Experts warn of adverse impacts on water bodies, glaciers and key sectors such as agriculture, horticulture and tourism.

Rising temperatures and dry weather in Kashmir

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Volunteers seen handing out food supply to refugees in the Idomeni camp. - Over 10,000 refugees are still stuck in the Idomeni refugee camp at the border between Greece and Macadonia. Many had been staying in the camp for over a month as they hope that the border will be reopening again for them cross into western Europe.Volunteers seen handing out food supply to refugees in the Idomeni camp. - Over 10,000 refugees are still stuck in the Idomeni refugee camp at the border between Greece and Macadonia. Many had been staying in the camp for over a month as they hope that the border will be reopening again for them cross into western Europe.

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An artist in a red suit carries a camel-shaped structure seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.An artist in a red suit carries a camel-shaped structure seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

An artist in a red suit carries a camel-shaped structure seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

Artists in make-up and red costumes next to a female spectator seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.Artists in make-up and red costumes next to a female spectator seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

Artists in make-up and red costumes next to a female spectator seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

An artist in a red suit costume carries a camel-shaped structure seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.An artist in a red suit costume carries a camel-shaped structure seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

An artist in a red suit costume carries a camel-shaped structure seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

Artists in colorful costumes on roller skates seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theater festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.Artists in colorful costumes on roller skates seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theater festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

Artists in colorful costumes on roller skates seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theater festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

Artists in colorful costumes on roller skates seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theater festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.Artists in colorful costumes on roller skates seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theater festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

Artists in colorful costumes on roller skates seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theater festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

A man drives a car with musicians in the trunk seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.A man drives a car with musicians in the trunk seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

A man drives a car with musicians in the trunk seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

A female artist in a retro costume with an umbrella seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.A female artist in a retro costume with an umbrella seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

A female artist in a retro costume with an umbrella seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

A group of female dancers seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.A group of female dancers seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

A group of female dancers seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

A group of female dancers seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.A group of female dancers seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

A group of female dancers seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

A male artist in a stage costume with stockings seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.A male artist in a stage costume with stockings seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

A male artist in a stage costume with stockings seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

Giant puppet performers in colorful costumes seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theater festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.Giant puppet performers in colorful costumes seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theater festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

Giant puppet performers in colorful costumes seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theater festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

Giant puppet performers in colorful costumes seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theater festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.Giant puppet performers in colorful costumes seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theater festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

Giant puppet performers in colorful costumes seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theater festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

Giant puppet performers in colorful costumes seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theater festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.Giant puppet performers in colorful costumes seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theater festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

Giant puppet performers in colorful costumes seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theater festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

Giant puppet performers in colorful costumes seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theater festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.Giant puppet performers in colorful costumes seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theater festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

Giant puppet performers in colorful costumes seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theater festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

A male artist with a megaphone seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.A male artist with a megaphone seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

A male artist with a megaphone seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

A male artist in make-up plays a wind instrument seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.A male artist in make-up plays a wind instrument seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

A male artist in make-up plays a wind instrument seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

Actors in costumes perform the improvised scene "Everybody Sleep" during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.Actors in costumes perform the improvised scene "Everybody Sleep" during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

Actors in costumes perform the improvised scene "Everybody Sleep" during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

Actors in costumes perform the improvised scene "Everybody Sleep" during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.Actors in costumes perform the improvised scene "Everybody Sleep" during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

Actors in costumes perform the improvised scene "Everybody Sleep" during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

A couple walks along the second Elagin Bridge before the start of the street theatre festival in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.A couple walks along the second Elagin Bridge before the start of the street theatre festival in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

A couple walks along the second Elagin Bridge before the start of the street theatre festival in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

Actors in costumes perform the improvised scene "Everybody Sleep" during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.Actors in costumes perform the improvised scene "Everybody Sleep" during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

Actors in costumes perform the improvised scene "Everybody Sleep" during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

Spectators seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.Spectators seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

Spectators seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

Spectators take pictures with giant puppets in red suits during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.Spectators take pictures with giant puppets in red suits during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

Spectators take pictures with giant puppets in red suits during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

An artist in make-up seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.An artist in make-up seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

An artist in make-up seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

An artist in make-up seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.An artist in make-up seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

An artist in make-up seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

An artist in make-up seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.An artist in make-up seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

An artist in make-up seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

An artist in costume and mask seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.An artist in costume and mask seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

An artist in costume and mask seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

An artist in a red mask and makeup during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in various colorful costumes performed various interactive numbers for the audience, such as dances, game numbers, improvisations, and large round dances.An artist in a red mask and makeup during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in various colorful costumes performed various interactive numbers for the audience, such as dances, game numbers, improvisations, and large round dances.

An artist in a red mask and makeup during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in various colorful costumes performed various interactive numbers for the audience, such as dances, game numbers, improvisations, and large round dances.

The ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.The ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

The ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

The ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.The ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

The ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

An artist in a red mask and makeup seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.An artist in a red mask and makeup seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

An artist in a red mask and makeup seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

An artist in make-up and glasses seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.An artist in make-up and glasses seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

An artist in make-up and glasses seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

A female artist in a green suit with red hair seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.A female artist in a green suit with red hair seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

A female artist in a green suit with red hair seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

Street theatre artists in costumes seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.Street theatre artists in costumes seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

Street theatre artists in costumes seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

Street theatre artists in costumes and make-up seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.Street theatre artists in costumes and make-up seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

Street theatre artists in costumes and make-up seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

Street theatre artists in costumes seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.Street theatre artists in costumes seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

Street theatre artists in costumes seen during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in colorful costumes performed interactive acts for the audience, including dances, games, improvisations, and large round dances.

Street theatre artists in costumes during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in various colorful costumes performed various interactive numbers for the audience, such as dances, game numbers, improvisations, and large round dances.Street theatre artists in costumes during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in various colorful costumes performed various interactive numbers for the audience, such as dances, game numbers, improvisations, and large round dances.

Street theatre artists in costumes during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in various colorful costumes performed various interactive numbers for the audience, such as dances, game numbers, improvisations, and large round dances.

Street theatre artists in costumes and make-up during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in various colorful costumes performed various interactive numbers for the audience, such as dances, game numbers, improvisations, and large round dances.Street theatre artists in costumes and make-up during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in various colorful costumes performed various interactive numbers for the audience, such as dances, game numbers, improvisations, and large round dances.

Street theatre artists in costumes and make-up during the ceremonial procession of the street theatre festival on Elagin Island in St. Petersburg. The festival opened on the evening of July 26 with a theatrical procession from the Krestovsky Ostrov metro station to Maslyany Lug on Elagin Island. Artists in various colorful costumes performed various interactive numbers for the audience, such as dances, game numbers, improvisations, and large round dances.