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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.
NEWS
Russian craft community presents the first Russian Christmas Bazaar (arts and crafts fair)
You will be able to see very unusual wide range of handmade craft gifts created by the members of our community, among them are
- costume gemstone and leather jewelry
- paintings
- papier mache masks
- knitted goods
- handmade cards
- many more
Please come and choose lovely gifts for your family and friends!!
This is 4th time we are running this event in Scotland. This year we will have events like - Weapons tryathlon - ARB (Army hand to hand combat) - Kettlebell lifting.
Saturday, 2 November 2013. 10:00 until 17:00
22 Earl Haig Road, G524JU Hillington, Renfrewshire, United Kingdom
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Vacancies
VACANCIES
RCS Haven is looking for qualified IT staff, Art, Mathematics and Russian teachers
Salary is negotiable based on experience held
If interested, please email your CV to
[email protected]
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Also, we are looking for volunteers: content manager for our website.
The job search facility on the RCS Haven website collects vacancies from British and Russian employers. It can be accessed by clicking here,
NOVEMBER 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 Thursdays from 5pm till 7pm.
RCS Haven, 11 Duke Street, Glasgow, G4 0UL, Т. 0141 5522144
Live Music on Sunday nights at Russian Café-Gallery Cossachok
Live folk, jazz and world music played by outstanding musicians.
Restaurant opens: 6pm. All concerts from 9pm - Tickets £6.00
Café-Gallery Cossachok, 10 King Street, Glasgow, G1 5QP. t: 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 at 5:30pm. English lessons on Wednesdays at 7pm.
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.
Sharmanka Kinetic Theatre, 103 Trongate, Glasgow, G1 5HD, Bookings: 0141 552 7080
Sat, 2 November, 10am - 5pm
This is 4th time we are running this event in Scotland. This year we will have events like - Weapons triathlon - ARB (Army hand to hand combat) - Kettlebell lifting.
22 Earl Haig Road, G524JU Hillington, Renfrewshire, United Kingdom
Christmas concert of vocal and piano music
Oksana Mavrodii (soprano), Anna Mavromatidi (piano). Selection of well known opera arias and music for piano, Including Mozart, Faure, Rachmaninoff, Puccini, Alyabyev. Concert will be followed by tea and Russian baking. Part of the precedes will go to supporting orphanage in Ukraine.
Thornliebank Parish Church, 61 Spiersbridge Road, Thornliebank, Glasgow G46 7HT
Sat, 30 November, 12pm - 5pm
Russian craft community presents the first Russian Christmas Bazaar (arts and crafts fair)
Café Avant Garde, 34, King Street, Glasgow
21 October-16 December, 9am-6pm
The aim of these courses is to understand the tradition of icon painting through studying masterpieces of the past and through their inspiration to create your own icon.
Learning the technique according to all principles of tempera technique which uses dry pigments and egg yolk.
St. Margaret`s House, 151 London Road, Edinburgh, EH7 6AE
1 – 9 November
From the novel by Fyodor Dostoyevsky. A new stage version by Chris Hannan, directed by Dominic Hill. A thrilling study of guilt and power. Raskolnikov, an impoverished student, formulates and executes a plan to kill an unscrupulous pawnbroker, testing his hypothesis that some people are naturally capable of such things.
30b Grindlay St, Edinburgh EH3 9AX Т
.: 0131 248 4848
7 November – 28 November, 6 – 7pm
Improve your Russian conversation in a small group with an experienced tutor.
Henderson's Vegetarian Restaurant
94 Hanover Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1DR T.: 07826 555 134
Sat, 30 November, 7.30pm
Jason Orringe conducts Rachmaninov's Vespers, otherwise known as the 'All-Night Vigil', taken from the Russian Orthodox ceremony of the same name.
T.:0131 556 3515
153 Canongate, Edinburgh, EH8 8BN
Events in the rest of the UK
1 November – 20 December, 11am-7pm
Some of the masterpieces and unrealised designs by the Soviet Constructivists, created here by Henry Milner. An exhibition of striking avant garde artwork reconstructed for a contemporary audience. Lectures and film screenings at GRAD complement the exhibition.
3-4a Little Portland Street, London, W1W 7JB Т
.: 020 7637 7274
1-3 November, 2pm, 3pm, 5pm
The internationally-acclaimed Russian circus troupe returns with ever more impressive acrobatics, clowning and aerial feats.
2 November – 11 December, 5.00 - 6.15pm
A relaxed conversational course for those with prior knowledge of the language and a basic grasp of grammar and reading skills. With a focus on speaking and listening, this class is suitable for those interested in culture or considering a visit to Russia.
2-4 University Road, Belfast, County Antrim, BT7 1NH Т
.: 028 9024 2338
5, 9, 14 November, 7.30pm
Shakespeare's tragic drama set to one of Prokofiev's most evocative scores, this production is filled with beautiful dance, riveting battles, and compelling drama, all amidst stunning production designs.
Cheltenham, Halifax, Swindon
T.: 01536 414141
7-17 November, 6-11pm
The 7th Russian Film Festival brings together award-winning film makers to present their work to a London audience. Through intense dramas, sparkling comedies and powerful documentaries, the Festival is a showcase of contemporary Russia.
5–6 Leicester Square, London, WC2H 7NA
7, 12, 18 November, 7.30 pm
Tchaikovsky's magical score accompanies this tale of mystery and romance with spellbinding ballet dancing from the Russian State Ballet.
Derby Assembly Rooms, Cheltenham, Billingham
9, 17, 21 November, 6.00pm
Full-length classical ballet set to Tchaikovsky's music and performed by the renowned company.
Tunbridge Wells, Barking, Dorking Halls
Т.: 01634 338338
Wed, 20 November, 6.30-9pm
Join over 100 RBCC Members and guests for informal networking, provided and a chance to enjoy the fantastic surroundings of the 5-star London Marriott Hotel Grosvenor Square.
London Marriott Hotel Grosvenor Square, Grosvenor Square, W1K 6JP
Т.: 0207 931 6455
Victor Akulovich conducts works by famous composers
197 Piccadilly, London, W1J 9L
Thu, 21 November, 1.05 pm
Jelena Makarova is a Russian born Lithuanian pianist. She started playing piano at the age of five and began her training as a pianist at the State School of Art's for gifted children, Lithuania. She then continued her studies at the Lithuanian Music Academy. During her studies Jelena won 1st prize at the National Competition for Young Pianists.
14 Church Row, London, NW3 6UU
Т.: 020 7794 5808
23-29 November, 11am – 6pm
A rare overview of 60 icon paintings from the 16th to the 19th centuries, many drawn from private collections, staged as part of Russian Art Week.
40-41 Duke Street, London, SW1Y 6DF
T.: 020 7968 1830
25 November – 21 December, 10am – 5.30pm
A selection of works forming a retrospective on the late Russian artist's career, from the late 1960s up to his recent death in January 2013.
49 Albemarle Street, London, W1S 4JR
27 November 4.30 – 9.30pm
This annual event sees over 200 RBCC members and partners gather to discuss a key issue in Russo-British business. On this occasion our focus will be on Russia's ambitious plans for infrastructure development and opportunities for UK companies.
Royal Society of Chemistry, Burlington House, Piccadilly, W1J 0BA , London
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