The Mariinsky Orchestra is one of the oldest musical ensembles in Russia. It's history goes back to the early 18th century and the development of the Court Instrumental Chapel. The orchestra has had the honor of being the first to perform many operas and ballets by Tchaikovsky, operas by Glinka, Mussorgsky and Rimsky-Korsakov. Since 1988, the orchestra has been directed by Valery Gergiev, an outstanding figure in the music world. Together, they will arrive in Oriental Arts Center on October 17, performing Prokofiev’s classics, in memorial of the 70th anniversary of the death of the musician. Note: Arrive early. The first half of the concert lasts about 40 minutes. Latecomers cannot be admitted until intermission time.