An engaging and amusing comedy by Somerset Maugham directed by Semyon Spivak. The play, which is rarely seen on the Russian stage, explores the complex and multifaceted relationships between men and women. The play "The Loyal Wife," written in 1926, is one of Maugham's undeniable achievements as a playwright. It is characterized by subtle psychology, the characters are vivid and substantial, and the humor is exquisitely English. Maugham's plays are certainly represented on the St. Petersburg stage, but this is Semyon Spivak's first engagement with the British author's work. In his production, Semyon Spivak continues to delve into family relationships, conflicts, and the mutual attraction between men and women, as well as the social connections and laws that influence these relationships. All these themes are revealed in one way or another in the play "The Loyal Wife." The plot is not sensational. The heroine discovers that her husband has cheated on her with her best friend... However, she does not intend to create scenes or expose anyone. She remains friendly to everyone, cutting off all attempts by those around her to open her eyes to what is happening. Her seemingly strange behavior is explained by her desire to find an answer to a more serious question than "how dare he?!" The heroine wants to understand how and when infidelity became possible. At what moment and why did love disappear, and fidelity turn into a rule that one can turn a blind eye to. And how could it happen that everything sincere and important lost its power. You can find even more performances in St. Petersburg on our website in the theater section.