Moscow Cats Theatre Returns to LA's Wilshire Ebell Theatre

After a memorable engagement in 2006, the world's only Moscow Cats Theatre is back in Los Angeles for eight performances in April and May at the Wilshire Ebell Theatre.

The family show originally from Russia has become nationally recognized as a one-of-a-kind act that features non-stop action from a group of 30 talented felines performing jaw-dropping stunts that is fun for the whole family.

And with its actors exclusively these furry toms, Moscow Cats Theatre is a show for all ages as children, parents and even grandparents are treated to an extraordinary performance that can't be seen anywhere else.

"The cats are the stars of the show - they walk tightropes, balance balls, do paw-stands, jump from great heights, and unerringly negotiate complex mazes," said Yuri Kuklachev, artistic director of Moscow Cats Theatre.

"We glorify them and that's why we provide the cats with a traveling entourage including a vet, kitty caretaker and personal stylist to tend to the needs of our feline superstars."

Over thirty years ago, fortune came to Kuklachev when he discovered a small, dying kitten in the street. From that day forward, cats became Kuklachev's new love.

And with his training in circus school and a new pet in his home, Kuklachev had finally found his calling.

"It's not me who trains cats," Kuklachev asserted. "It's cats who train me, and I just watch them. The main thing is to love the animal and when your fluffy friend has felt it, it will reciprocate."

Just a year ago, Moscow Cats Theatre hit the United States with its debut in New York City and immediately turned into one of the city's most popular attractions, earning appearances on Good Morning America, Good Day, CBS Early Show, Inside Edition, The Montel Williams Show and Live with Regis and Kelly.

Critics and publications across the board have raved about the hit show, which supports the work of the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.

The New York Times remarked, "Roll over 'Cats,' the real thing is here," while the New York Post commented that the show is simply "Spec-cat-ular."