April Fool's Russian Style
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April Fool's Russian Style
It’s not too much of a stretch to say that in Russia, people take laughter very seriously. Fool Day (the day of laughter) is celebrated April 1, not unlike America’s April Fool’s Day but with a bit of Russian flair.
“The Russia Journal” an independent, English language web news daily from Russia, publishes a “top ten” list of creative, somtimes outragous pranks perptraded by citizens. One harmless stunt making the list is a telephone prank where people call the Durov Animal Theater and ask, "Hi, do you need a talking horse?" Without waiting for a reply, continue with, "Please, please, don’t hang up! It’s really hard to dial with a hoof." A bit silly perhaps, but the Russian people have increasing used this day to celebrate their fun and prankish side.
At times, it is difficult to discern fact from fiction. Newspapers from around the county have reported genuine stories on April 1st which has resulted in a flood of calls asking if the stories are indeed true. For more on how April Fool’s Day is celebrated, click here.
Submitted by: Hal Molhoek
