Greetings, and welcome to our bulletin full of information on exciting Russian events.
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.
Also, the Centre provides consultations in law, finance and other aspects of work and business in Russia and Britain.
NEWS
On 22nd of July in the central library of Narva (Estonia) there was a presentation of a novel by a Russian-speaking writer Viktor Bulkin, who is based in Glasgow.
This is a family story about the World War 2.
Viktor Bulkin was working on this novel being in Glasgow for the last four years.
Soon meeting with Glaswegian readers is going to be held.
Time and venue is to be confirmed.
If you have any questions or ideas please send an e-mail to [email protected] or [email protected]
The book is available in RCS Haven's libary.
Please note that our Russian and English language classes for adults will resume after the summer break on Monday 31st August.
Russian school for children in Glasgow reopens on 29th August. The school’s lessons will take place on Saturdays, at The Adelphi Centre, 12 Commercial Road, Glasgow, G5 0PQ.
Children may be enrolled in the school by telephone, on 0141 552 2144 or by e-mail at: [email protected]
Russian school “Znanie” and the London office of Rossotrudnichestvo announced the winners of the All-Britain poem readers contest. We are proud that our student Dana Freimute from Russian School at RCS Haven won one of the main prizes, the second year round!
The contest “What a Wonderful World!” was dedicated to the 70th anniversary of the Second World War. It was aiming to develop creativity, mutual understanding and tolerance of different cultures in children and teenagers as well as identifying the most talented readers.
The contest “What a Wonderful World!” was dedicated to the 70th anniversary of the Second World War. It was aiming to develop creativity, mutual understanding and tolerance of different cultures in children and teenagers as well as identifying the most talented readers.
Congratulations to Dana!
Every Wednesday, from 19.00 to 20.00, we invite you at the Centre “Haven” for an English class. Classes take place in the RCS Haven 11 Duke Street, Glasgow, G40UL
CONTENTS
- Vacancies
- August Events Calendar
- Regular events in Scotland
- Events in Glasgow
- Events in Edinburgh and the rest of Scotland
- Events in the rest of the UK
- Contact us
VACANCIES
RCS Haven is looking for Mathematics and Russian teachers for the Saturday school.
Also, we are looking for volunteers.
The job search facility on the RCS Haven website collects vacancies from British and Russian employers. It can be accessed by clicking here,
AUGUST 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.
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 Fridays from 5:30pm till 7:30pm.
RCS Haven, 11 Duke Street, Glasgow, G4 0UL, Т. 0141 5522144
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 Fridays from 5:30pm till 7:30pm.
RCS Haven, 11 Duke Street, Glasgow, G4 0UL, Т. 0141 5522144
Russian and English language courses for adults
Classes for those who want to study Russian and English language.
Russian lessons on Mondays at 5:30pm and Thursdays at 6pm. English lessons on Wednesdays at 7pm.
Classes for those who want to study Russian and English language.
Russian lessons on Mondays at 5:30pm and Thursdays at 6pm. English lessons on Wednesdays at 7pm.
Russian Centre in Scotland Haven, 11 Duke Street, Glasgow, G4 0UL, [email protected]
Events in Glasgow
Wednesday - Sunday, 10am - 3pm
Sharmanka are a unique and award-winning theatre group. Their beautifully carved figures perform an incredible dance to haunting music and synchronised light, telling the funny and tragic stories of the human life and spirit.
103 Trongate, Glasgow G1 5HD
T.: +44 (0)141 5527080
Events in Edinburgh and the rest of Scotland
3 August - 16 August, 14.30 - 15.30
Adapted from a Russian folk tale, this outdoor promenade production, with singalong music and audience participation for children of all ages, tells the eternal story of of how good can overcome evil. Music composed by John Sampson.
Old Church Lane, Duddingston Village, Edinburgh, EH15 3PX
T.: 0131 556 9579
7 August - 30 August, 20.30 - 21.30
Hear yourself in Nastya Rybachuk's contemporary, provocative and witty verses. Nastya writes pop-art poems using the language that people speak today at home, on the street, in offices, pubs, bedrooms and on social networks. Provocatively honest, her poems inspire deep reflection. Much of Nastya’s material contains sexual innuendos and references that ridicule the common fears, complexes and stereotypes of today’s society.
Princes Street, Edinburgh, EH2 4BJ
T.: 0131 229 7565
10 August - 15August, 18.45 - 19.45
This hilarious new musical sees some of Anton Chekhov’s best loved characters reimagined and taken together, dreaming of Moscow. With over 100 Chekhov references and jokes, this hilarious production has something for everyone – whether you’re a Chekhov buff or not!
7 Victoria Terrace, Edinburgh, EH1 2HE
T.: 0131 225 4825
10 August - 15 August, 18.15 - 19.30
Inspired by the Russian submarine disaster of August 2000, Bryony Lavery's Kursk imagines the life of submariners deep below the icy seas on the fraying frontline of the cold war. The crew sleep, eat and silently shadow their target, Kursk…
9 Queen Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1JQ
12 August - 30 August, 19.30 - 21.45
This unique, extraordinary work by Neil Simon displays both the famous New Yorker's wit and his utter adoration for that great Russian, Anton Chekhov.
Old Church Lane, Duddingston Village, Edinburgh, EH15 3PX
T.: 0131 556 9579
14 - 15 August, 21.10 - 22.10
A Japanese woman, Shoko, meets Jura, a Russian man in Berlin airport. They develop a friendship and start sharing their dreams about love and freedom. Jura tells the story of Master and Margarita. He also has a dark secret… The play features several short stories mixing reality with fantasy, spirituality with secularism, music with dance, that are all connected to the main theme. Shoko’s unique solo performance displays her versatile acting skills as she plays all the characters.
41–43 George IV Bridge, Edinburgh, EH1 1EL
T.: 0131 510 0022
15 August, 20.00 - 22.00
Energetic, commanding, sometimes controversial: Russian conductor Vasily Petrenko has created glittering, powerful performances since taking the reins as the Oslo Philharmonic Orchestra’s Chief Conductor in 2013. He naturally excels in the mighty music of his homeland, and for many, Rachmaninov’s Second is the epitome of the Romantic Russian symphony – intense, achingly melodic and hugely emotional.
Lothian Road, Edinburgh, EH1 2EA
T.: 0131 473 2000
20 August, 11.00 - 12.30
Today Director of the Scottish Poetry Library Robyn Marsack looks at Eugene Onegin by Alexander Pushkin. This classic Russian novel is written in verse and was originally published in serial form. It depicts the life of the eponymous hero and is a glimpse into the social and intellectual world of Russian society. Expect an open discussion from the start: read the book ahead of the event or be inspired to pick it up afterwards.
Charlotte Square, Edinburgh, EH2 4DR
T.: 0845 373 5888
Events in the rest of the UK
1 August, 22.15
Russian-born violinist Alina Ibragimova gives the second of her two late night recitals of solo Bach, playing
Partita No 2 In D Minor, Sonata No 3 In C and Partita No 3 In E.
Kensington Gore, London, SW7 2AP
T.: 020 7589 8212
1 August - 31 August, 10.00 - 22.00
The ideals and illusions of the Russian Revolution and the Soviet Union are reflected in this display of street posters.
Curated by Matthew Gale.
Bankside, Holland Street, London, SE1 9TG
T.: 020 7887 8888
9 - 10 August, 19.30
The Russian ensemble performs Tchaikovsky's String Quartets Nos 1, 2 & 3, Quartet Movement In B Flat, Children's Album arranged for string quartet by Rostislav Dubinsky, and Borodin's Notturno.
Snape Bridge, Snape, Suffolk, IP17 1SP
11 August, 19.00 - 22.00
Members and partners of RBCC London are warmly invited to join us in Soho for a summer evening's dinner at Jean-Jacques in Frith Street.
This fantastic French restaurant, next door to Ronnie Scott's and with a late-night license, has recently opened in London following the success of its sister restaurants in Moscow and St Petersburg. It offers traditional Russian fare in a setting designed to reflect the archetypal Russian home - an experience not to be missed.
45 Frith Street , Jean-Jacques Restaurant, London
T.: 0207 931 6455
21 august, 20.00
Recreating the stirring sounds of their home town, the band mix violin, accordion and balalaika to create Hungarian, Russian and Ukrainian folk songs and dances.
Crowngate, Worcester, WR1 3LD
T.: 01905 611427
23 August, 17.15
Veronika Shoot performs Scriabin's Sonata No 3 In F Sharp Minor Op 23, Shostakovich's Preludes From 24 Preludes Op 34, Medtner's Two Fairytales, Prokofiev Sonata No 3 In A Minor Op 28.
The Barn, Dartington Hall, Totnes, England, TQ9 6EL
T.: 01803 847 070
CONTACT US
Thank you for reading this bulletin; we hope you have found it interesting, useful and enjoyable. If you have any news or events that you would like us to highlight in future editions, please contact us at the address below.
t. +44 (0)141 552 2144 e-mail - [email protected]
t. +44 (0)141 552 2144 e-mail - [email protected]
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