At the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries, Russian theater experienced a special rise, with new creative directions emerging and many actors mastering the art of cinema. It seemed that a time of peace and prosperity had arrived, which could not be disrupted; however, World War I and the events of 1917 shook Russia and scattered Russians across the world. One of those talented theater figures forced to adapt in a foreign environment was the outstanding director Fedor Fedorovich Komissarzhevsky. He was born in 1882 into the family of a famous singer and teacher, Fedor Petrovich Komissarzhevsky, in Italian Venice. From childhood, Fedor was a citizen of Italy but grew up and received his education in Russia. Interestingly, his education was in architecture, but he decided to follow in the footsteps of his father and sister Vera Komissarzhevskaya.

In 1904, Fedor Fedorovich became a co-owner of a theater named after his sister and soon dedicated himself entirely to directing. His productions were very successful, and in 1909 he expanded his activities by opening another cabaret. In 1910, Komissarzhevsky moved to Moscow, where he founded a theater school and worked at the Maly and Bolshoi theaters. The Bolsheviks' rise to power forced him to emigrate to London to save his life. In England, he immediately staged his first play and built a successful career, leaving a legacy for many years. Komissarzhevsky staged numerous Russian plays, introducing the English to Russian culture and winning their affection. Besides England, he directed performances in France and the USA, where he moved after the start of the world war. Fedor Fedorovich lived for 71 years and passed away on April 17, 1954.