Greetings, and welcome to our bulletin full of information on exciting Russian events!
This issue contains a round-up of Russian or connected to Russia events in Scotland and throughout the rest of the UK in the month of March and job vacancies and announcements.
RCS Haven is welcoming anyone who is interested in studying Russian language, literature and culture. We have English and Russian language lessons. There are a library, Art studio for children and Web-design Studio.
RCS Haven is welcoming anyone who is interested in studying Russian language, literature and culture. We have English and Russian language lessons. There are a library, Art studio for children and Web-design Studio.
Also, the centre provides consultations in law, finance and other aspects of work and business in Russia and Britain.
New English language course, "English for everybody" is for those who would like to get to the bottom of speaking English, improving communication skills, as well as writing various texts and emails. Classes are held in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, in a small classroom where the teacher can be asked questions relating to various forms of language used to suit your professional interests or domestic needs. To enroll phone 0141 5522144 or email [email protected]. The class is taking place on Saturdays at 1pm at 11 Duke Street, Glasgow, G4 0Ul
Come and see this book in our library. Those who are interested can order the book by mail.
Contents
Vacancies
Jobs in Scotland
Russian-speaking jobs
Russian-speaking jobs
March Events Calendar
Regular events in Scotland
Events in Glasgow
Events in Edinburgh
Events in the rest of the UK
Contact us
Vacancies
The job search facility on the RCS Haven website collects vacancies from Scottish, British and Russian employers, and makes them searchable by keyword. It can be accessed by clicking here, but below is a selection of some of the wide range of jobs currently being advertised through the website:
We are a website design and development company based in Glasgow, UK looking for a Sales and Account Manager to work on a commission only basis (20%). We require someone to sell hosting, website design and development services. Some technical knowledge would be of benefit more...
2. Personal Lines Manager - Based Glasgow covering Scotland
Personal Lines Manager We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Segment Manager to join our Personal Lines (PL) Broker Team. Reporting to the PL National Development manager, you will be responsible for delivering the overall PL performance more...
Personal Lines Manager We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Segment Manager to join our Personal Lines (PL) Broker Team. Reporting to the PL National Development manager, you will be responsible for delivering the overall PL performance more...
3. Administrator from the Construction Industry - Glasgow, Scotland
Administrator from the Construction Industry - Glasgow, Scotland Administrator/Support Co-ordinator from the Construction Industry required for hubCo Healthcare Infrastructure project in Glasgow, Scotland. THE COMPANY AND SITUATION: The more...
Administrator from the Construction Industry - Glasgow, Scotland Administrator/Support Co-ordinator from the Construction Industry required for hubCo Healthcare Infrastructure project in Glasgow, Scotland. THE COMPANY AND SITUATION: The more...
4. Infrastructure Engineer - Glasgow, Scotland
Infrastructure Engineer - Glasgow, Scotland - I have an urgent requirement for an Infrastructure Engineer for my client, a large IT consultancy based in Glasgow. My client requires somebody to work within their Infrastructure team to provide more...
Infrastructure Engineer - Glasgow, Scotland - I have an urgent requirement for an Infrastructure Engineer for my client, a large IT consultancy based in Glasgow. My client requires somebody to work within their Infrastructure team to provide more...
5. Systems Engineer Messaging Expert (Exchange 2010) - Glasgow, Scotland
Systems Engineer Messaging Expert (Exchange 2010) - Glasgow, Scotland. I have an urgent requirement for a Systems Engineer with excellent skills in Exchange 2003/2010, Office 365, Administration of Windows 2000 - 2008 systems in a multi-site more...
Systems Engineer Messaging Expert (Exchange 2010) - Glasgow, Scotland. I have an urgent requirement for a Systems Engineer with excellent skills in Exchange 2003/2010, Office 365, Administration of Windows 2000 - 2008 systems in a multi-site more...
We are a website design and development company based in Glasgow, UK looking for a Sales and Account Manager to work on a commission only basis (20%). We require someone to sell hosting, website design and development services. Some technical knowledge would be of benefit more...
2. AVP Relationship Manager Russian Speaker
My client is looking to expand the European Banking Division with the hires of two experienced and well-connected Relationship Managers. You must be fluent in both Russian and English to even be considered for this role, regardless of more...
My client is looking to expand the European Banking Division with the hires of two experienced and well-connected Relationship Managers. You must be fluent in both Russian and English to even be considered for this role, regardless of more...
3. Russian Speaking Corporate Banker
Major global financial institution seeks fluent Russian speaking Relationship Manager with excellent knowledge of the corporate banking arena within the Russia and CIS region. The successful candidate will be a successful relationship manager with more...
Major global financial institution seeks fluent Russian speaking Relationship Manager with excellent knowledge of the corporate banking arena within the Russia and CIS region. The successful candidate will be a successful relationship manager with more...
4. Russian Speaking IT Infrastructure PM
Russian Speaking IT Infrastructure Project Manager London £450 £500 6 - 12 months Senior IT Project / Programme Manager required for international FMCG Company Project Manager, with Strong IT infrastructure background and experienced in supporting more...
Russian Speaking IT Infrastructure Project Manager London £450 £500 6 - 12 months Senior IT Project / Programme Manager required for international FMCG Company Project Manager, with Strong IT infrastructure background and experienced in supporting more...
5. Russian Speaking Marketing Manager
Reporting to the Company Managing Director and by the ``dotted line`` to Group Marketing Director this is an excellent opportunity to join a world class company rapidly expanding in the UK with genuine prospects for future career progression more...
Reporting to the Company Managing Director and by the ``dotted line`` to Group Marketing Director this is an excellent opportunity to join a world class company rapidly expanding in the UK with genuine prospects for future career progression more...
RCS Haven is looking for volunteers and qualified IT staff to work at the Centre. If interested, please email your CV to [email protected]
March Events Calendar
Regular events in Scotland
Orthodox Church Services:
The following Scottish churches hold regular/semi-regular Orthodox services (all welcome):
Glasgow: The Parish of St. Kentigern (Russian Orthodox). Services held in Govan Old Church, 866 Govan Road, Glasgow, G51 3UU.
Edinburgh: Orthodox Community of St. Andrew (a mixture of Orthodox faiths. Services held in the Chapel of St. Andrew, 2 Meadow Lane, Edinburgh, EH8 9NR.
Art studio for Children
Art lessons for children are undergoing in RCS Haven. Under supervision of experienced teachers, a professional artist and a specialist in early development, children study the basics of drawing and painting, language development and drama. All children are welcome on Wednesdays from 5pm till 7pm.
RCS Haven, 11 Duke Street, Glasgow, G4 0UL, Т. 0141 5522144
Live Music on Sunday nights at Café Cossachok
Cafe Cossachok, 10 King Street, Glasgow, G1 5QP
Restaurant opens: 6pm. Concert begins: 9pm
Tickets: £6.00 per person. Bookings: 0141 553 0733
Russian and English language courses for adults
Classes for those who want to study Russian and English language.
Russian lessons on Mondays 5:30pm
English lessons on Saturdays 1pm
Russian Centre Haven, 11 Duke Street, Glasgow, G4 0UL, [email protected]
Sharmanka Kinetic Theatre
Sharmanka are a unique and award-winning theatre group. Their beautifully carved figures perform an incredible dance to haunting music and light, telling the funny and tragic stories of the human life and spirit. Booking essential.
Sharmanka Kinetic Theatre, 103 Trongate, Glasgow, G1 5HD, Bookings: 0141 552 7080
Events in Glasgow
Wed 07 Mar 10am
Join this event, organised by Scottish Development International (SDI) to find out about the opportunities that exist in the Russian market and the support available through the Smart Exporter international trade programme.
Fri 9 Mar 1pm
Nikolai Demidenko’s passionate virtuosity and musicianship has brought him worldwide recognition. His repertoire is wide-ranging including Bach, Clementi, Mendelssohn, Mozart, Mussorgsky, Rachmaninov, Scarlatti and Shostakovich.
Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, 100 Renfrew Street, Glasgow, G2 3DB More>>
Fri 9 Mar 3pm
Nikolai is not only an internationally regarded performer, but has a tremendous pedigree as a teacher.
Tue 13 Mar 6pm
In 1950, artist Igor Savitsky travelled to Karakalpakstan in the Russian steppes as part of an official Soviet ethnographic expedition. He stayed on when the expedition was over, collecting clothes, items, art and jewellery of the local Karakalpak people, a project for which the Soviet government funded a museum; but he also began to collect the avant-garde Russian art that the Soviets were determined to destroy. The result, the Karakalpakstan State Museum of Art, is not only a memorial to the culture of the local people but also one of the greatest archives of mid-20th century Russian art in the world. Marinika Babanazarova has written a biography of Savitsky, and the book launch also includes the screening of Amanda Pope and Tchavdar Georgiev's award-documentary about him, The Desert of Forbidden Art.
Wed 14 Mar 5:30pm
CLASSICAL CONCERT
Oksana Mavrodii soprano
Anna Mavromatidi piano
The program includes: Mozart, Puccini, Gounod, Dvorak, Rachmaninoff, Alyabev, Varlamov and Tchaikovsky
Glasgow University Memorial Chapel.
University Avenue, West Quadrangle, Main Building Gilmorehill Campus, Glasgow, G12 8QQ
Tickets £5 (available at the door)
Fri 16 Mar 1pm
Russian-born, New York-trained virtuoso, Ilya Gringolts, continues his relationship as the Conservatoire’s International Fellow in Violin. He leads a team of its best string players through Brahms’ rarely heard first String Sextet. They are joined by the winners of the recently held Debussy Prize for Chamber Music.
Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, 100 Renfrew Street, Glasgow, G2 3DB More>>
Sun 18 Mar 3pm
Russian Orthodox church styled singers – Russkaya Cappella – will have a concert in Glasgow’s Kelvingrove Art Gallery.
Russkaya Cappella - the choir that sings Russian music - is the only Russian choir in Scotland and one of a very few choirs in Britain specialising in Russian choral music.
Kelvingrove Art Gallery, Glasgow More>>
Sat 24 Mar 10am
This study day will examine the far-reaching legacy of these three composers who dominate the world of Russian music and provide a social and political context to their lives.
The Royal Conservatoire and the Scottish orchestras are performing works by all three composers this season. This in-depth study day provides an alternative music experience for the concert-goer. The specialist study day will draw on specific examples from each composer’s work, giving insight into their compositional method and musical language.
Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, 100 Renfrew Street, Glasgow, G2 3DB More>>
Thu 29 Mar 2pm
Stefan Blunier conducts William Wallace's The Passing of Beatrice. Gemma Rosefield, winner of 2007’s prestigious Pierre Fournier Award, is the soloist for Tchaikovsky’s charming variations for cello and orchestra. The beautiful arrangement which Lyadov made of eight Russian folk-songs are a perfect foil for Shostakovich’s precocious First Symphony, first performed in 1926 when the composer was just 19.
City Halls, Candleriggs, Glasgow, G1 1NQ More>>
Events in Edinburgh
Tue 06 Mar 6pm
This incredible documentary recounts the dramatic events that unfolded in February 2003, after Russia's richest man, Mikhail Khodorkovsky, challenged President Vladmir Putin over alleged government corruption during a live televised debate at the Kremlin.
This public act of dissent led to the two titans locking horns, with Putin threatening Khodorkovsky with a lengthy prison term upon his return from exile. Remarkably, Khodorkovsky returned head held high to meet his fate.
German director Cyril Tuschi approaches this extraordinary personal journey with compassion and curiosity, painting an intimate portrait of a complex figure whose passage from socialist dreamer to celebrity inmate would capture a nation's imagination.
Tue 6 Mar 7:30pm
Russias acclaimed ballet company returns to the UK with great ballet masterpieces performed by The Russian State Ballet & Orchestra of Siberia.
Recreated by Alexander Gorsky, this remains one of the oldest ballets still regularly performed and tells the tale of the love between Lise and Colas, and Lise's efforts to thwart her overly possessive mother's plan to marry her off to a rich, unattractive vineyard owner! Featuring comedy, drama and beautiful virtuoso dancing, these are just some of the highlights which also include the flute dance, Fanny Elsler pas de deux and the famous clog dance.
Wed 7 Mar 8pm
An exploration of three centuries of Russian history within the context of the Hermitage Collection of St Petersburg, through which we are guided by a mysterious figure known only as The Marquis, Russian Ark is a debate, a mystery, one of the earliest examples of digital cinema and a piece of sheer cinematic bravura, a film which all cinema lovers owe it to themselves to experience at least once.
Scotland-Russia Institute, 9 South College St, Edinburgh EH8 9AA. More>>
Wed 7 Mar - Fri 9 Mar
An immortal love story filled with emotion and beauty, Tchaikovsky's magical score creates a truly unforgettable experience.
Formed in 1981, The Russian State Ballet of Siberia has quickly established itself as one of Russia's leading ballet companies and has built an international reputation for delivering performances of outstanding quality and unusual depth. The soloists and corps de ballet are superb and never fail to delight audiences with their breathtaking physical ability and dazzling costumes.
Formed in 1981, The Russian State Ballet of Siberia has quickly established itself as one of Russia's leading ballet companies and has built an international reputation for delivering performances of outstanding quality and unusual depth. The soloists and corps de ballet are superb and never fail to delight audiences with their breathtaking physical ability and dazzling costumes.
The Edinburgh Playhouse, 18-22 Greenside Place, Edinburgh, EH1 3AA More>>
Thu 8 Mar 5pm
35 years ago Reinhart Koselleck sketched out the historical semantics of the oppositions »Hellenes« / »barbarians«, »Christians« / »pagans« and »Übermensch« / »Untermensch«. Though eagerly cited, his insights have been rarely evaluated and developed in a systematic fashion.
The Princess Dashkova Russian Centre The University of Edinburgh 14 Buccleuch Place Edinburgh EH8 9LN More>>
Sat 10 Mar 2.30pm & 7.30pm
In a magical new production, this most famous of fantasy ballets opens as night falls on a traditional fireside scene on Christmas Eve. On the stroke of midnight we are transported to an enchanting world where toy dolls come to life as an army of soldiers does battle with a gang of mice and a Nutcracker is transformed into a handsome prince. Stunning costumes, impressive choreography has you believe fairytales can come true'
The Edinburgh Playhouse, 18-22 Greenside Place, Edinburgh, EH1 3AA More>>
Tue 13 Mar 5pm
Referring to the concept of metrocentric cyberimperialism as defined
by Frank L. Rusciano (2001), this paper investigates whether the Russian internet (Runet) has the potential to serve as a fifth column in an expansive foreign cultural policy pursued by the Russian Federation and/or by performative Russian speech acts online.
by Frank L. Rusciano (2001), this paper investigates whether the Russian internet (Runet) has the potential to serve as a fifth column in an expansive foreign cultural policy pursued by the Russian Federation and/or by performative Russian speech acts online.
The Princess Dashkova Russian Centre The University of Edinburgh 14 Buccleuch Place Edinburgh EH8 9LN More>>
Thu 15 Mar 9am - 5pm
The Knowledge Exchange event ‘In the Shadow of Global Languages’ is organised by the Princess Dashkova Russian Centre within its ‘Global Russian’ project. This collaborative conference will involve leading international academics and government policy makers from Belarus and Scotland.
The Princess Dashkova Russian Centre The University of Edinburgh 14 Buccleuch Place Edinburgh EH8 9LN More>>
Fri 23 & 30 Mar 7:30pm
Lazzi's adaptation of Nikolai Gogol's madly comic novel, Dead Souls, will premier at The Scotland-Russia Institute. Directed by David WW Johnstone, this original solo performance stars the actor Robert Williamson. Reception to follow : nibbles and vodka most likely.
Scotland-Russia Institute, 9 South College St, Edinburgh EH8 9AA. More>>
Thu 29 Mar 11pm
All welcome to join us for sparkling conversation in Russian and English and delicious cakes. No charge but contributions of cakes and help with washing up appreciated
Scotland-Russia Institute, 9 South College St, Edinburgh EH8 9AA more>>
Sun 29 Mar 7:30pm
Programme: Prokofiev Classical Symphony, Tchaikovsky Piano Concerto No.1, Shostakovich Symphony No.5
Yuri Temirkanov (Conductor) and Dmitri Alexeev (piano).
Yuri Temirkanov (Conductor) and Dmitri Alexeev (piano).
A performance by one of Russia's greatest orchestras, directed by Yuri Temirkanov.He has been Music Director and Principal Conductor of Orchestra since 1988. Under his direction they regularly undertake major international tours and recordings and have built a legendary reputation for flawless performances.
Usher Hall, Edinburgh. More>>
Usher Hall, Edinburgh. More>>
Events in the rest of Scotland
Thu 08 Mar 10am
Join this event, organised by Scottish Development International (SDI) to find out about the opportunities that exist in the Russian market and the support available through the Smart Exporter international trade programme.
Highlands & Islands Enterprise, Cowan House, Inverness Retail & Business Park, Inverness IV2 7GF More>>
Sat 17 Mar 9am
University of St Andrews, Centre for Russian, Soviet, Central and East European Studies
21st Annual Conference.
21st Annual Conference.
As the Soviet Union and Soviet bloc countries fell in the 1990s, a space opened up for national Orthodox churches to regain, or forge a new, the spiritual and political domain that had been suppressed in preceding decades.
Fri 30 Mar 8pm
Stefan Blunier conducts William Wallace's The Passing of Beatrice, Lyadov's Eight Russian Folk-Songs, Shostakovich's Symphony No 1 and Tchaikovsky's Variations on a rococo theme for cello and orchestra with soloist Gemma Rosefield.
Eden Court Theatre, Bishop's Road, Inverness, IV3 5SA More>>
Events in the rest of UK
Thu 1 Mar - Sun 4 Mar
It's the winter 1916 and Russia's on the eve of the Bolshevik revolution. In a cold, dingy room at the top of a slum dwelling, two friends are hiding from their landlord. The friends share a very common problem– they have no money. Finally, out of desperation, they decide to rent out one of their beds to a lodger. However, the stranger's arrival creates a very unexpected result...
A Russian Play is nominated for 2 Off West End Theatre Awards for:
*Best New Play* , *Best Set Designer*
The Lion & Unicorn. 42-44 Gaisford Street, London, NW5 2EB More>>
Thu 1 Mar - Mon 19 Mar
Adolphe Adam's ballet of love, betrayal, ghosts and vengeance. Choreographed by Jean Coralli and revised by Marius Petipa.
At the following places:
De Montfort Hall, Leicester
Buxton Opera House, Buxton
Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Grand Theatre, Blackpool More>>
Thu 1 Mar - Sun 25 Mar
The Russian Ice Stars return with another much-loved fairy tale as they deliver a dazzling interpretation of the enchanting Cinderella. The high-speed combination of extraordinary skating and breath-taking aerial feats will leave you mesmerised. A spectacular treat for the whole family.
At the following places:
Congress Theatre, Eastbourne
Derngate Theatre, Royal & Derngate, Northampton
Kings Theatre, Southsea
Hall For Cornwall, Truro More>>
Sat 3 Mar - Fri 23 Mar
Tchaikovsky's romantic tragedy about a princess cursed by an evil sorcerer. Directed by Sergei Bobrov.
At the following places:
Buxton Opera House, Buxton
Liverpool Empire Theatre, Liverpool
Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Aylesbury
Cliffs Pavilion, Southend-on-Sea
New Victoria Theatre, Woking More>>
Sun 4 Mar 7pm
Gala evening dedicated to the Russian ballerina comprising pieces from her repertoire including Paquita, The Pharoah's Daughter and The Sleeping Beauty plus the rarely performed pieces Dragon Flight and Egyptian Nights. Directed by Valeriy Ovsyannikov with accompaniment by the orchestra of the English National Ballet.
London Coliseum, St Martin's Lane, London, WC2N 4ES More>>
Sun 4 Mar Thu 15 Mar
The classical ballet with both comedy and drama, is recreated by Alexander Gorsky.
At the following places:
Buxton Opera House, Buxton
Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Aylesbury More>>
Tue 6 Mar 11:15am
Rosamund Bartlett has written a superb biography of Tolstoy and is now translating Anna Karenina. What are the challenges she faces as she tries to unlock the life and mind of Russia’s greatest and most complicated writer? In conversation with James Runcie.
Tue 6 Mar 12:15pm
This event will see 24 top-level RBCC Members and Partners gather to dine in the splendid surroundings of the House of Commons Terrace Dining Room, overlooking the River Thames. Guests will enjoy the opportunity to discuss the latest developments in Russo-British business over a four-course lunch with wine.
House of Commons, Palace of Westminster , London More>>
Tue 6 Mar - Tue 3 Apr
Figurative works in various media by Russian artists including Andrei Demin, Asya Feoktistova, Dimitriy Lisichenko, Maria Stcherbinina, Tatiana Struchkova and Ilya Zomb.
The Medici Gallery, 5 Cork Street, London, W1S 3LQ More>>
Tue 6 Mar - Sun 18 Mar
Danya Belyaev directs Leo Tolstoy's classic love story. Staged by Russian Springs and performed in Russian.
The London Theatre, New Cross, 433 New Cross Road, London, SE14 6TA More>>
Thu 8 Mar 8:30am
The topics to be discussed are:
Russia - Outlook for 2012
WTO entry and what it means for Russia
Payroll and Employment Issues in Russia
Taxation of Russians Working in the UK
Speakers: Gaby Henze, UK Representative, Russia Consulting, Mike Allen, Director-Partner, Russia Consulting, Steven Landes, S. H. Landes LLP.
RBCC London Office, 11 Belgrave Road , London More>>
Thu 8 Mar - Fri 23 Mar
Ask most people to name a ballet, and Swan Lake will doubtless be near the top of the list. There's a reason it has endured-as well as boasting a score by Tchaikovsky, it also tells the timeless tale of Prince Siegfried, who falls in love with the beautiful Swan Queen, Odette. The fable's soaring climax, which sees the power of true love conquer the forces of evil, has been enchanting audiences for over a century. Now, the Moscow City Ballet is bringing Britain its take on the classic.
At the following places:
Doncaster Civic Theatre, Doncaster
Shanklin Theatre, Shanklin
Theatre Severn, Shrewsbury More>>
Tue 13 Mar - Mon 26 Mar
The fable's soaring climax, which sees the power of true love conquer the forces of evil, has been enchanting audiences for over a century. Now, the Moscow City Ballet is bringing Britain its take on the classic. They certainly have the credentials to tackle it.
Assembly Rooms, Derby
Queen's Theatre, Hornchurch
Marina Theatre, Lowestoft
Opera House, Manchester
Palace Theatre, Newark
Baths Hall, Scunthorpe More>>
Wed 14 Mar 7:30pm
The Russian touring company performs Tchaikovsky's classical ballet, as choreographed by Edwardian ballet master Marius Petipa. The Moscow Ballet of Classical Choreography - “La Classique” was founded in 1990 by its current director Elik Melikov, utilising ballet dancers from the leading theatres of the CIS Countries and the Bolshoi, Kirov and Ballet Theatres of Kiev, Odessa, Tbilisi, Perm and etc. The following ballets were staged and are now in the repertoire of the theatre.
Wed 14 Mar 1:30pm
RBCC is delighted to invite you to a presentation by a delegation from the Ulyanovsk region of the Russian Federation. The delegation will be led by the Governor of the Ulyanovsk Region, Mr Sergey Morozov, and will include Deputy Governor - Chief of Staff of the Government of the Ulyanovsk Region Mr Anatoly Ozernov, the region's Minister for Strategic Development Mr Alexander Smekalin and other representatives of the Government and business of the Ulyanovsk region.
Wed 14 Mar 7:30pm
RUSSIA'S OTHER CULTURE: SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY IN THE 20TH CENTURY in association with RBCC
After the civil war, the Bolsheviks turned to the revolutionary science of genetics for help in securing the Soviet food supply. The young Soviet Union became a world leader in genetics and shared its knowledge with Germany. Then Stalin’s impatience and suspicion destroyed the field and virtually wiped out Russian agriculture. Stalin was right to be suspicious: genetics had promised the world a future of health and longevity, but by the 1940s it was delivering death camps and human vivisection. Genetic advances have made possible our world of plenty – but why did the human cost have to be so high?
Pushkin House, 5A Bloomsbury Square , London, WC1A 2TA More>>
Thu 15 Mar 7pm
Rock from the Russian singer and musician.
The critically acclaimed musician Zemfira comes to London for one night only.. “Zemfira is Elvis, the Sex Pistols and Courtney Love rolled into one” Salon.com.
Born in 1976 in Ufa, Bashkortistan, Zemfira graduated from music school and worked as a radio engineer before the release of her debut album ‘Zemfira’ in 1998 catapulted her to stardom. Since then she has continued to release music and perform to great critical acclaim. Few Russian musicians can claim to match the regard with which Zemfira is held in by her legions of fans both in Russia and abroad. Her varied musical output ranges from savage rock riffs to tender acoustic ballads, accompanied by intensely personal and emotive lyrics. Fresh off the back of her recent Russia tour ‘12’, where Zemfira and her band performed in 12 specially selected Russian cities, this is unique opportunity to see and hear one of Russia’s most popular and talented artists.
Thu 15 Mar 7:00pm
The Last Day of the Soviet Union. Talk
The Soviet Union came to an end on December 25th 1991, with the resignation of President Mikhail Gorbachev, the transfer of the nuclear suitcase to the president of Russia, Boris Yeltsin, and the lowering of the Red Flag from the Kremlin. My talk will focus on how and in what way the Soviet Union disintergrated so abruptly that day, without a shot being fired, and the significance in this regard of two events in the weeks beforehand; the meeting in a Belarus forest on December 7-8 at which the leaders of Russia, Belarus and Ukraine decided to ‘collapse’ the Soviet Union, and the drink-fuelled encounter between Gorbachev and Yeltsin in the Kremlin’s Walnut Room on December 23rd at which Gorbachev finally accepted the inevitable. It will also look at how the personal antipathy between Gorbachev and Yeltsin contributed to the demise of the Soviet Union, and impacted on the key events of December 25th.
The Soviet Union came to an end on December 25th 1991, with the resignation of President Mikhail Gorbachev, the transfer of the nuclear suitcase to the president of Russia, Boris Yeltsin, and the lowering of the Red Flag from the Kremlin. My talk will focus on how and in what way the Soviet Union disintergrated so abruptly that day, without a shot being fired, and the significance in this regard of two events in the weeks beforehand; the meeting in a Belarus forest on December 7-8 at which the leaders of Russia, Belarus and Ukraine decided to ‘collapse’ the Soviet Union, and the drink-fuelled encounter between Gorbachev and Yeltsin in the Kremlin’s Walnut Room on December 23rd at which Gorbachev finally accepted the inevitable. It will also look at how the personal antipathy between Gorbachev and Yeltsin contributed to the demise of the Soviet Union, and impacted on the key events of December 25th.
Pushkin House, 5A Bloomsbury Square, London, WC1A 2TA More>>
Thu 15 Mar 7:30pm
The Russian troupe takes to the stage for a UK tour, with a huge cast of acrobats, circus performers and entertainers. In a twist to normal circus performances, this tour combines with the Russian folklore figure Rasputin which results in a performance of classical and contemporary circus. Rasputin is a romantic character whose visions will be the focus of the performances. The show features special effects and awe-inspiring performances from the cast.
The Spa, South Marine Drive, Bridlington, East Yorkshire, YO15 3JH More>>
Sun 18 Mar - Sat 24 Mar
The Russian dance company presents an adaptation of Tchaikovsky's ballet based on Charles Perrault's fairy tale, with the Orchestra Of Siberia.
At the following places:
Grand Theatre, Blackpool
Cliffs Pavilion, Southend-on-Sea
New Victoria Theatre, Woking More>>
Thu 22 Mar 6:30pm
Following the hugely successful “Otherwise” (Иначе) tour across Russia and CIS, the famous Russian rock band DDT comes to London for one night only.
DDT is a widely popular Russian rock band founded by its lead singer, Yuri Shevchuk (Юрий Шевчук), in 1980. DDT, with its rebellious lyrics, became an integral part of the “underground” movement in the censored music scene of the 1980’s Soviet Union. It is one of the most successful and prolific Russian musical groups of the 20th and 21st centuries.
The brand new concert programme “Otherwise” (Иначе) features 18 songs from the recently released Inache/PS album. The show includes an extensive audio video experience with magnificent special effects. The programme also includes the Greatest Hits of DDT over the years.
DDT is a widely popular Russian rock band founded by its lead singer, Yuri Shevchuk (Юрий Шевчук), in 1980. DDT, with its rebellious lyrics, became an integral part of the “underground” movement in the censored music scene of the 1980’s Soviet Union. It is one of the most successful and prolific Russian musical groups of the 20th and 21st centuries.
The brand new concert programme “Otherwise” (Иначе) features 18 songs from the recently released Inache/PS album. The show includes an extensive audio video experience with magnificent special effects. The programme also includes the Greatest Hits of DDT over the years.
HMV Apollo Hammersmith 45 Queen Caroline Street, Hammersmith, London, W6 9QH More>>
Thu 22 Mar 7.00pm
‘Stalin’s Legacy’ details how Josef Stalin and his immediate successors waged war on Mother Nature, viewing it as something that needed to be controlled and marshalled for economic gain rather than respected and nurtured for human survival.
They regarded nature as an enemy that could be overcome by the might of Soviet technology and the brute force of slave labour. Stalin ordered vast networks of canals and irrigation channels be dug by hand in an attempt to transform deserts into lush pastures. He built gigantic dams and reservoirs and diverted the course of major rivers. He used his own citizens as human guinea-pigs for nuclear tests and he conducted top secret biological weapons experiments on islands that had been cleared of all animal and insect life.
Pushkin House, 5A Bloomsbury Square, London, WC1A 2TA More>>
Thu 22 Mar 7.30pm
Utopias of the Russian Avant-garde. Discussion
TEN CENTURIES OF RUSSIAN ART: IN SEARCH OF IDENTITY LECTURE SERIES
TEN CENTURIES OF RUSSIAN ART: IN SEARCH OF IDENTITY LECTURE SERIES
Panel discussion:
John Milner, Professor at the Courtauld Institute.
Dr. Nicholas Cullinan, Curator at the Tate Modern.
Dr. Maria Kokkori, Visiting Lecturer at the Courtauld Institute.
Chaired by Dr. Robin Aizlewood, Director of UCL School of Slavonic and East European Studies.
John Milner, Professor at the Courtauld Institute.
Dr. Nicholas Cullinan, Curator at the Tate Modern.
Dr. Maria Kokkori, Visiting Lecturer at the Courtauld Institute.
Chaired by Dr. Robin Aizlewood, Director of UCL School of Slavonic and East European Studies.
Pushkin House, 5A Bloomsbury Square, London, WC1A 2TA More>>
Sat 24 Mar 7:30pm
Larissa Gergieva presents five of the best young singers from the Mariinsky Academy of 2011, among them the baritone Andrei Bondarenko, winner of the Cardiff Singer of the World 2011 Song Prize.
The Academy of Young Singers stands at the heart of the Mariinsky Theatre in St Petersburg. Artistic Director, Larissa Gergieva, strives to discover and nurture young talent while travelling worldwide as a recital accompanist with artists such as Olga Borodina and Galina Gorchakova, Anna Netrebko, Ekaterina Semenchuk and Daniil Shtoda.
Sat 24 Mar, Mon 26 Mar
Traditional Russian music, popular classics and big band numbers by the assembly previously known as the Red Army Band, plus dancers from the Bolshoi Ballet.
This spectacular programme of music from across the world will feature one of the world's finest bands who will be joined by traditional folk dancers and guest soloists.
Leas Cliff Hall, The Leas, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 2DZ
Leeds Town Hall, The Headrow. Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 3AD More>>
Mon 26 Mar – Sat 21 Apr
This hugely successful, sell-out play which captivated Russian and English speaking audiences alike in 2009/2010 returns for a strictly limited run this Easter. See it now before it tours to Russia in 2013 as part of the Romanov 400th anniversary celebrations.
The whole first floor of Pushkin House will become the setting of this honest and beautiful exploration of the suffering, loss and also hope not only of a royal family but an entire Russian generation.
"...gripping, momentum-maintaining stuff... a richly rewarding treat" Evening Standard "...this insightful, finely crafted piece... a heartrendingly nuanced portrayal" British Theatre Guide Book early as seats are limited in this intimate
Pushkin House, 5A Bloomsbury Square, London, WC1A 2TA More>>
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