RCS Haven E-Bulletin - January 2014

 
Greetings, and welcome to our bulletin full of information on exciting Russian events.
 
We hope that you have had a peaceful, relaxing Christmas, and are looking forward to the start of another year. 
 
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
The classes will resume after the winter holidays on the 11th January at 11 AM at the new address:
Because of the school expansion, as well as following the results of the ongoing achievements monitoring, the additional class is being formed that will follow the new "Bukvarionok" education programme.
The school's schedule is also changing. All the classes except the youngest will now be between 11 AM and 2 PM.
The programme is fixed for the first two hours, while for the third hour the child stays in the school but may choose the class to attend.
The classes to choose from are social science, eurika, art class, eurhytmics and carate.
For all questions please contact us by telephone on 0141 552 2144 or by e-mail at: [email protected]
On the 26th January the RCS Haven's Russian School will participate in the  Children's art festival "Where The Wizards Live" organised by the "Slovo" Centre (Aberdeen), Dandy Russian School with support of the Russkiy Mir Foundation. The bus will be arranged for the festival participants, and all others may come to Dandy themselves to look at the children's art. For questions regarding the festival please contact [email protected]  or [email protected]
The Russian center in Scotland “Haven” is pleased to inform you that our Russian classes resume in January.
Mondays at 17:30 - beginners (elementary level). We invite all beginners January 13  at 17:30
Mondays at 18:30 - an advanced conversational group (intermediate - upper intermediate level; this group is focused on conversation, watching and discussing Russian films). Class starts January 13.
Tuesdays at 18:00 -beginners 2 (basic level). Class starts January 14.
Every Wednesday, from 19.00 to 20.00, we invite you at the Center “Haven” for an English class. Classes take place in the RCS Haven 11 Duke Street, Glasgow, G40UL
 CONTENTS
Vacancies
January Events Calendar
Regular events in Scotland 
VACANCIES
Employment opportunity for a Russian speaker
 
Part-time or full-time job.
 Software company that has won a piece of business to supply the car dealership sales tool into a large manufacturers franchise dealerships starting Feb 2014.
The role: It will be first line support and this will be receiving emails and phone calls from the dealerships should they have any issues when using the software.
The software will be used by car salespeople. 
The salary depends on experience and how the role evolves during the initial phase.
Please email your CV to [email protected]
RCS Haven is looking for Art, Mathematics and Russian teachers.
 
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, 
 
JANUARY 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
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 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
Events in Glasgow
 
3 -31 January
For 2013's ultimate first Thursday event in the gallery we present an evening full of rhymes and rhythms from around the world: a unique poetic happening amidst Eduard Bersudsky's marvellous mechanical sculptures.
103 Trongate, Glasgow G1 5HD T.: 0141 5527080
 
9-19 January, 2pm, 5pm, 8pm
The internationally-acclaimed Russian circus troupe returns with ever more impressive acrobatics, clowning and aerial feats.
Kings Inch Road, Braehead, Glasgow, PA4 8XQ
 
Next service:
Friday, 10th January 2014, at 18:00 Evening Service followed by Confession
Saturday, 11th January 2014, at 10:00 Divine Liturgy. After the Liturgy there is a communal meal.
Services held at Anderston Kelvingrove Church, 759 Argyle St., Glasgow, G3 8DS.
 
Sat. 11 January, 10am - 4pm
The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland is hosting a selection of study days to examine three pillars of Russian culture. These one-day courses will be taught by Christina Guillaumier, Head of Creative and Contextual Studies. The first of these study days in January looks at the influence of the Ballet Russes from its origins right through to twentieth century opera.
100 Renfrew St, Glasgow G2 3DB T.: 0141 332 4101
 
Sat 11 Jan 5:30pm – 1am
The evening will include a 3-course meal, one bottle of sparkling wine per table, disco and entertainment.
Marriott Hotel, Queen Elizabeth Suite, 500 Argyle Street, Anderston, Glasgow
Events in Edinburgh
 
2 – 30 January, 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
 
8 - 9 January, 10am - 6pm
This unique conference, marking 25 years since the upheavals of 1989 and 3 since the beginning of the Arab Spring will bring together scholars working on the Arab world, Eastern and Southern Europe, and the former Soviet Union to showcase and stimulate comparative research on the two sets of revolutions.
Playfair Library Hall, Old College, University of Edinburgh, South Bridge, Edinburgh, EH8 9YL
Events in the rest of the UK
 
1 – 7 January, 10am – 6.00pm
Famous paintings by Russian artists and Old Masters.
125 Kensington Church Street, London, W8 7LP
 
1 – 17 January, 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
 
2 – 31 January, 10am – 6.00pm
The exhibition shows St. Petersburg as a unique protagonist in Valran’s ethereal painting practice
8 Berkeley Street, London, W1J 8DN
 
3 – 10 January, 9am – 4.30pm
Paintings, drawings and sculptures from the Institute of Russian Realist Art and private collections by eminent Russian artists including Alexander Deyneka, Natalya Goncharova, Kazimir Malevich and Ilya Mashkov, which reflect the changing representation of sport in the country since the 1920s.
34-35 New Bond Street, London, W1S 2RT
 
Sat., 11 January, 7pm - 11pm
Celebrate Russian Christmas in grand style in an evening which will tickle and tease all your senses with great food, lively entertainment and enchanting music.  You will enter an immersive fairy tale world inspired by E.T.A Hoffman’s ‘The Nutcracker and the Mouse King’
5a Bloomsbury Square, London, WC1A 2TA T: 020 7269 9770
 
Tue., 14 January, 7,30pm - 9pm
Robert Chandler will read from his translations of Daniil Kharms, Alexander Vvedensky and Nikolay Zabolotsky
5a Bloomsbury Square, London, WC1A 2TA T: 020 7269 9770
 
Wed., 15 January, 6.30pm
Make sure not to miss the official launch of Russky London! Coming to the celebrated contemporary art gallery, Erarta, and accompanied by the music of some of London's most talented Russian musicians, the launch will see in the Old New Year in style!
Beginning with a drinks reception at 6.30pm, the evening will be all about your experiences as Russian Londoners! At 7.30pm we'll be hearing from our members about  why they have chosen to get involved.
Next up there's a talk from Russky London member, Seva Novgordsev, the renowned Russian DJ and BBC Radio presenter. He'll be telling us about his impressions of the changing capital and his own experiences as a Russian Londoner. There'll be a chance to ask him some of your own questions after the talk! Then, we'll be holding a book signing with Russia's very first radio DJ!
8 Berkeley St, London W1J 8DN T.: 020 7499 7861
 
Wed., 15 January, 8.00 pm
Andrew Litton conducts Rrimsky-Korsakov's The Snow Maiden Suite, Tchaikovsky's Piano Concerto No 1 and Shostakovich's Symphony No 6. With pianist Barry Douglas.
21 Kingland Road, Poole, Dorset, BH15 1UG Т.: 0844 406 8666
 
Sat., 18 January, 3pm - 4pm
Petrushka-studio invites children aged 4 to 8 to join us for an afternoon of creative fun. This time children will be building their own miniature town complete with gingerbread citizens. Children will have the opportunity to let their imaginations fly as they discover and play over the course of an hour.
5a Bloomsbury Square, London, WC1A 2TA T.: 020 7269 9770
 
Wed., 22 January
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
 
Wed., 22 January, 7.30 pm
Tchaikovsky's ballet about the Lilac Fairy and the evil Carabosse.
St Augustine's Parade, Bristol, Avon, BS1 4UZ Т.: 0844 847 2325
 
Thu., 23 January, 7.30 pm
Full-length classical ballet set to Tchaikovsky's music and performed by the renowned company
St Augustine's Parade, Bristol, Avon, BS1 4UZ Т.: 0844 847 2325
 
Thu., 23 January, 7pm – 9.30pm
Join over 100 RBCC Members and guests for informal networking, with drinks and canapes provided.
1C Portland Pl London W1B 1JA T.: 0207 931 6455
 
23-25 January, 8.00 pm
Songwriter John E Vistic and composer Adam Coombs collaborate with creative producer Judith Aston and her UWE filmmaking students to present a multimedia show inspired by Mikhail Bulgakov's classic novel The Master And Margarita
Colston Street, Bristol, Avon, BS1 5AR Т.: 0117 922 3686
 
24, 25 January, 7.30 pm
Tchaikovsky's magical score accompanies this tale of mystery and romance with spellbinding ballet dancing from the Russian State Ballet.
St Augustine's Parade, Bristol, Avon, BS1 4UZ Т.: 0844 847 2325
 
Thu., 30 January, 5.30pm – 9pm
RBCC London are delighted to be supporting an event organised by Chadbourne & Parke LLP, on the topic of 'Emerging Markets: The Women Who Drive Them'.
9 Little Trinity Ln, London EC4V 2AD Т.: 020 7236 6258
 
31 January – 13 February, 10am – 6.00pm
A major retrospective of works by the Russian painter Sergei Chepik, known for his depictions of phantasmagorical and religious events in both his native Russia and in France.
The Mall, London, SW1Y 5BD
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