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What’s Going on Inside Kyiv’s Olympic Stadium

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s the EURO 2012 football championships loom ever closer, the one question on everyone’s lips is: Will the Kyiv stadium be ready? Of course, we were hoping this massive event would give us much more than new stadiums, and that the country’s infrastructure, airports, hotel offerings, and many other aspects would undergo serious upgrades. But now, all we’re hoping for is world-class stadiums, completed. So it was very exciting for us here at What’s On when we were invited, as Ukraine’s only ‘independent’ media, for an exclusive look around Kyiv’s Olympic stadium under construction.

While from a distance the Olympic Stadium looks like a construction site a long way from completion, one gets a completely different impression up close. The first thing one notices when entering the construction site is a flurry of activity: there are a lot of men, and all of them are working.

“There are 1,800 men working on the site every day,” Vladimir Geninson, Olympic NSC Operations Director, says.

Getting There And there is a lot already completed: a glassfronted area we’re told will host retail outlets, a restaurant and a fitness club are finished bar the fitting, and there’s large groups of men working on the paved areas in front of the stadium. Almost immediately, one gets a feeling that the stadium is far closer to completion than most people think. And this is only from the outside. What we really want to see is the inside.

There’s a sense of rapidly growing excitement walking through the tunnel, as a huge crane and other construction devices come into view. With a little imagination (and surprisingly, only a little) one can feel oneself an international football star walking out to start the final in a beautiful stadium in front of a roaring crowd.

Inside, like out, there are flurries of activity taking place in various parts of the ground. Men are working, and they’re getting things done. From first glance there is no doubt there is a lot still to

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AND VERY IMPORTANTLY FOR WHAT’S ON, THE CITY WILL NOW HAVE A VENUE BIG ENOUGH TO HOST THE WORLD’S TOP BANDS, AND SO NOW WE’RE HOPING KYIV MIGHT BE ADDED TO THE TOUR LIST OF SUCH BANDS AS U2, REM AND WHO KNOWS, MAYBE EVEN THE STONES be done, but the good news is, it’s getting done.

The first thing Geninson wishes to highlight are the rings of cables that will support the roof.

They’re up, in place, and waiting for the rest.

“Only a few days ago, all this was on the ground,” he says, “but now it’s up and ready to take the roof, which will start to be put in place any day now.”

There are two sections of the concrete tiers that will be used to support the seating still missing, but again, there are crowds of men working on it, and it’s clear it’s going to get done. “The stadium will be ready on time,” Galina Kovalevska, Marketing Manager at the stadium, says emphatically. “Whether it officially opens on time or not will be a political decision.”

Up and Inside Having had a good look at the interior of the stadium from pitch level, and being particularly impressed by the humungous crane that’s been used to put the roof support cables in place, it’s time to take a look a little higher up. Walking up the seating tiers, one gets the sense of this stadium completed, and it’s going to be impres-

sive. Seating just short of 70,000, it’s going to be an excellent host for the EURO 2012 final. One thing Galina and Vladimir are very keen to show is the corporate zone, so after climbing to the top of the seating level, it’s time to take an exclusive look at the skyboxes and corporate hospitality options.

Just before we enter the corporate area, however, Vladimir takes time to show one of the refreshment booths. “Everything will be done by card,” he explains. “You can buy a card when you buy your ticket, and there will be machines in which you can top it up all over the stadium. When buying food or drink in the ground, all the servers have to do is swipe the card. This will make service fast and efficient, and eliminate the possibility of theft.”

We enter the corporate zone. Nearing completion, it’s clear the skyboxes are going to be impressive. Hosting up to 24 people, each will have full hospitality facilities and, of course, an excellent view of the pitch. The Presidential box is particularly impressive: sitting right in the centre of the stadium it offers the best view, has private lifts to take one there from the VIP parking

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THERE’S A SENSE OF RAPIDLY GROWING EXCITEMENT WALKING THROUGH THE TUNNEL, AS A HUGE CRANE AND OTHER CONSTRUCTION DEVICES COME INTO VIEW. WITH A LITTLE IMAGINATION (AND SURPRISINGLY, ONLY A LITTLE) ONE CAN FEEL ONESELF AN INTERNATIONAL FOOTBALL STAR WALKING OUT TO START THE FINAL IN A BEAUTIFUL STADIUM IN FRONT OF A ROARING CROWD directly below, and offers full catering services.

In addition to the skyboxes, the new stadium will offer full corporate hospitality services including conferences and banqueting.

As with everywhere we’ve seen, there is a plethora of activity going on around us as crowds of men lay in cable, erect ventilations ducting, lay floors, fit glass, and just about everything else you can imagine.

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Getting it Done!

The area is impressive, and one can tell, even in this state of construction, once completed corporate facilities at Kyiv’s Olympic Stadium are going to be world class.

Exiting the stadium close to Hotel Sport, and that contentious shopping mall, the construction of which has ceased on the instructions of UEFA until after 2012.

That aside, on this side of the stadium is a large plaza for entry to the stadium, and again, there are men working everywhere. But how are Vladimir and Galina so sure they will get everything done on time? Vladimir explains: “We’ve introduced a rewards scheme. Each individual is given a target to complete. If he completes it he gets paid the agreed amount, if he does not he gets paid less, and if he completes more he gets paid more.”

It’s a simple ruse, but it certainly seems to be working because every single man in sight is doing just that – working! And that’s quite unusual on a Ukrainian construction site.

And it will not only be used to host EURO 2012, but other events as well (Galina even hints at a possible Olympic bid sometime in the future).

And very importantly for What’s On, the city will now have a venue big enough to host the world’s top bands, and so now we’re hoping Kyiv might be added to the tour list of such bands as U2, REM and, who knows, maybe even the Stones.

From this visit, it’s clear to see that upon completion, Ukraine is going to have a stadium it can be proud of. Let’s hope it’s the first of many such things!

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This Week Theatre and Classical Music

15–21 April 2011

Palm Sunday Concert National Philharmonics (Volodymyrsky Uzviz 2)

17 April at 19.00 Kyiv Soloists National Chamber Ensemble have prepared a very special evening of classical music on the eve of the Easter holiday. On Palm Sunday, they will perform works by Haydn and Pergolezi. According to old tradition, theatres and operettas would be closed for the Holy Week before Easter, with only so-called Sacred Concerts featuring religious music permitted. In support of this tradition, Kyiv Soloists - along with the Radist children’s choir – will perform Seven Words of Christ on the Cross and Stabat Mater, offering music written to bring harmony to human souls and thoughts.

Tickets 20-70 hrv. For more information call 234-5031

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Monday

15 Friday SUBSCRIPTION №10 – SYMPHONY MUSIC Featuring Academic Symphony orchestra of the National Philharmonic of Ukraine Works by Haydn, Britten Time: 19.00 National Philharmonic of Ukraine 278-1697 AN EVENING OF ZEN BUDDHIST MUSIC Featuring Lazutkin (Japanese flute) Time: 19.00 House of Actors 253-8247 ENTRY Contemporary dance performance

by Lelio Dance Company Time: 19.30 Kyiv Planetarium 574-8794 VIVA THE QUEEN! Historical drama in 2 acts Time: 19.00 I. Franko Ukrainian Drama Theatre 279-5921

ON THE EDGE OF MADNESS Play by French Gesture Theatre Time: 19.00 IN LURID DARKNESS (SMALL STAGE) Drama in 1 act Time: 19.00 Molody Theatre 278-7392

BALL AT THE SAVOY Operetta in 3 acts Time: 19.00 Kyiv Operetta 287-6257

LYING THE PURE TRUTH Play in 1 act Time: 19.00 Drama & Comedy Theatre on the Dnipro 517-1955

ANGEL/SEXUAL NEUROSES OF OUR PARENTS Play Time: 18.00 THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST Light-hearted comedy in 2 acts Time: 19.00 A MARRIAGE MADE IN HEAVEN Pages from War and Peace Time: 20.00 L. Ukrainka Russian Drama Theatre 234-4223

LETTICE & LOVAGE Fun w/ shadows Time: 19.00 Suzirya Theatre 212-4188

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Saturday AN EVENING OF CLASSICAL MUSIC Featuring Lyatoshynsky classic music ensemble, Requiem by Mozart National House of Organ and Chamber Music 528-3186

STRANGE MRS. SAVAGE Tragic comedy in 2 acts Time: 19.00 VALENTINE’S DAY Drama in 2 acts Time: 20.00 L. Ukrainka Russian Drama Theatre 234-4223

EVENING OF VOCAL DUETS Featuring Lipityuk (soprano), Tabilina (mezzo-soprano), Poroshyna (piano) Works by Mozart, Offenback, Rossini Time: 19.00 National Philharmonic of Ukraine 278-1697

MASKED BALL Opera in Italian in 3 acts Time: 19.00 National Opera Theatre of Ukraine 279-1169

CONCERT OF CELLO MUSIC Featuring Cello ensemble Time: 15.00 House of Actors 253-8247/2081

MARRIAGE An incredible event in 2 acts Time: 19.00 I. Franko Ukrainian Drama Theatre 279-5921

MADAM BUTTERFLY Opera in Italian in 3 acts Time: 19.00 National Opera Theatre of Ukraine 279-1169 ANNA KARENINA A chronicle of passion & sin Time: 19.00 Drama & Comedy Theatre on the Dnipro 517-1955 IN THE DRUMMING LANE History of the railroad in 27 scenes Time: 19.00 Suzirya Theatre 212-4188

SHELMENKO THE DRAYMAN Comedy in 2 acts Time: 12.00 SOLO FOR A STRIKING CLOCK Play in 2 acts Time: 19.00 I. Franko Ukrainian Drama Theatre 279-5921 1001 PASSIONS/THE LITTLE THINGS IN LIFE Tragic comedy Time: 12.00 THE 105TH PAGE OF LOVE Drama in 2 acts Time: 19.00 OLEKSANDR VERTYNSKIY. HOST OF THE BALL Mono-spectacle Time: 20.00 L. Ukrainka Russian Drama Theatre 234-4223 LEGEND OF LOVE Ballet in 3 acts Time: 19.00 National Opera of Ukraine 279-1169 IN MY END IS MY BEGINNING The Mary Stuart tragedy in 2 acts Time: 19.00 Molody Theatre 278-7392

Sunday

GUESTS COME AT MIDNIGHT Play in 2 acts Time: 19.00 Drama & Comedy Theatre on the Dnipro 517-1955

WELCOME TO UKRAINE Romantic musical in 2 acts Time: 19.00 Kyiv Operetta 287-6257

OSCAR – GOD A secret dialogue Time: 19.00 Suzirya Theatre 212-4188

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French Spring Concert of French Classical Music, National Opera Theatre of Ukraine (Volodymyrska 50)

19 April at 19.00 Showing off the best and most recent in French visual arts, cinema, literature and music, it almost seems as though part of France has made its way to Kyiv, and this particular concert offers residents of our city the opportunity to get in touch with a little bit of French culture. The concert will present music by one of France’s most prominent composers, Claude Debussy, who may be seen as a representative of the late romanticism and early modernism epoch, but whose contributions to the world of music in the 20th century will not soon be forgotten. And with performances by Denis Pascal and Sonya Suldina, both winners of various international competitions, this concert promises to be a leisurely stroll through the fields of romance for all classical music lovers.

Tickets are 20 – 100hrv. For more information call 587-7490.

AN EVENING OF CLASSICAL MUSIC Featuring Kyiv-Brass chamber ensemble Works by Bach, Handel, Gershwin, Khachaturyan Time: 19.30 National House of Organ and Chamber Music 528-3186 ROMAN KOFMAN. GRAND NAMES CONCERT Featuring Kyiv Chamber orchestra, Sharapov (violin) Works by Schubert, Tchaikovky Time: 19.00 National Philharmonic of Ukraine 278-1697

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Tuesday AN EVENING OF CLASSICAL MUSIC Featuring Nazarenko (soprano), Reutova (piano), Sydorenko (organ) Works by European and Russian composers of 17-20 centuris Time: 19.30 National House of Organ and Chamber Music 528-3186 MUSICAL CULTURE OF EUROPE CONCERT Featuring Pascal (piano), Suldina (violin) Works by Debussy, Franc Time: 19.00 National Philharmonic of Ukraine 278-1697

URUS SHAITAN Tales of the Cossack Otaman and Turkish Sultan in 2 acts Time: 19.00 I. Franko Ukrainian Drama Theatre 279-5921

FREDERIC/THE CRIME BOULEVARD Theatrical novel in 2 acts Time: 19.00 I. Franko Ukrainian Drama Theatre 279-5921

NAPOLEON & THE CORSICAN Comedy in 2 acts Time: 19.00 L. Ukrainka Russian Drama Theatre 234-4223

GUESTS COME AT MIDNIGHT Play in 2 acts Time: 19.00 Drama & Comedy Theatre on the Dnipro 517-1955

REKHUVILIZOR Comedy in 2 acts Time: 19.00 Molody Theatre 278-7392 VASYA SHOULD PHONE Russian drama Time: 19.00 Drama & Comedy Theatre on the Dnipro 517-1955 PERFECT CHARLIE Ironic melodrama for adults Time: 19.00 Suzirya Theatre 212-4188

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Wednesday SUBSCRIPTION №8 Featuring Myatlik (guitar, Estonia) Works by Bach, Reger, Koshkina, Part Time: 19.00 National Philharmonic of Ukraine 278-1697

PROPOSITION Mono-spectacle by Mykhailo Fits Time: 19.00 House of Actors 253-8247/2081

CONCERT Featuring Ihor Zavadsky (accordion) Time: 19.00 House of Actors 253-8247

FIALKA MONTMARTRE Operetta in 2 acts Time: 19.00 Kyiv Operetta 287-6257

BAYADERA Operetta in 2 acts Time: 19.00 Kyiv Operetta 287-6257

STOLEN HAPPINESS Drama Time: 19.00 Suzirya Theatre 212-4188

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Thursday EVENING OF CLASSIC MUSIC Featuring Kyiv symphony orchestra and choir, Hanina (soprano), Baransky (baritone) Requiem by Brahms Time: 19.00 National Philharmonic of Ukraine 278-1697 MAD NOTES Mono-spectacle by Mykhailo Fits Time: 19.00 House of Actors 253-8247/2081 CARMEN. TV Ballet in 2 acts by the KMB Time: 19.00 Kyiv Theatre of Opera & Ballet for Children & Youth 425-3116 THE TANGO OF LIFE Choreographic performance Time: 19.00 Kyiv Operetta 287-6257 SENTIMENTAL CRUISE Play in 2 acts Time: 19.00 I. Franko Ukrainian Drama Theatre 279-5921 FAMILY DINNER Comedy in 2 acts Time: 19.00 L. Ukrainka Russian Drama Theatre 234-4223 BAYADERKA Ballet in 3 acts Time: 19.00 National Opera of Ukraine 279-1169 SATISFACTION Play in 2 acts from The Merchant of Venice Time: 19.00 Molody Theatre 278-7392 THE RETURN OF THE PRODIGAL FATHER Play in 2 acts Time: 19.00 Drama & Comedy Theatre on the Dnipro 517-1955 : What's On Recommended

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Live Music

15–21 April 2011

CHE-MD MOTHER LAND (MOLDOVA, ROCK) Time: 20.00 Admission: 30hrv Bochka Khmilna (B Khmelnytskoho 3b) 390-6106 ASHYPKI, R.O.O.M (POP-ROCK, ALT ROCK) Time: 20.00 Admission: 30hrv Bochka Pyvna (Moskovskiy Pr 17/1) 461-8788

Second Go Round Guano Apes (Germany, alternative metal), Alto Expo Center (Moskovskiy Pr 11a)

19 April at 19.00 With the release of their “best of” album, Planet of the Apes, this female-fronted alternative rock quartet decided that a small hiatus from music was required, so after their final tour in February 2005, the band broke up. There was reason enough to get back together, however, as their first albums were very well received and after four years to think about the important things in life, Guano Apes returned to the stage in 2009. It was then that Ukraine had its first taste of this rather strangely-named band, and fulfilling their promise to return, they’ll be here very soon.

Tickets are 290 – 450hrv. For more information call 537-3700.

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Friday KARL KHLAMKIN (POP-ROCK) Time: 22.00 Admission: call and check Art Club 44 (Khreshchatyk 44b) 279-4137 G SOUND, ANIMALS SESSION (COVER BANDS) Time: 21.00 Admission: call and check Bochka Khmilna (B Khmelnytskoho 3b) 390-6106 HOT GUYS (COVER BAND) Time: 21.00 Admission: call and check Bochka Pyvna (Moskovskiy Pr 17/1) 461-8788 ANIMALS SESSION, TRES DESEOS(COVER BANDS) Time: 21.00 Admission: call and check Bochka Pyvna (Khreshchatyk 19a) 459-0551 MAD HEADS XL, TEX-MEX CO (ROCKABILLY, COVER BAND) Time: 22.00 Admission: 70hrv Docker’s ABC (KhreshchatykZankovetskoi 15/4) 278-1717 OT VINTA, RED ROCKS (POP-ROCK, COVER BAND) Time: 22.00 Admission: 70hrv Docker Pub (Bohatyrska 25) 451-8528 ROUTE 66 BIRTHDAY PARTY: KREMATORIY, VZROSLIY BAND (ROCK, COVER BAND) Time: 21.00 Admission: call and check Route 66 (Zhylyanska 87/30) 239-3865

MOJO JO JO (COVER BAND) Time: 21.00 Admission: free Ciro’s Pomodoro (S Rustaveli 12) 221-4545 RIFFS (COVER BAND) Time: 21.00 Admission: free Star Pub (Popudenka 1a) 292-2900 IHOR BOHDANOV (JAZZ) Time: 20.30 Admission: free Jazz Do It (V Vasylkivska 76a) 289-5606

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Saturday FLEUR (POP-ROCK) Time: 19.00 Admission: 100-320hrv Officers’ House (Hrushevskoho 30/1) 253-8072 KIPELOV (RUSSIAN ROCK) Time: 19.00 Admission: 280-900hrv International Exhibition Centre (Brovarsky Pr 15) 227-5055 MJ PROJECT (COVER BAND) Time: 22.00 Admission: 50hrv Art Club 44 (Khreshchatyk 44b) 279-4137 L.A., LUCKY BAND (COVER BANDS) Time: 21.00 Admission: call and check Bochka Khmilna (B Khmelnytskoho 3b) 390-6106

MOTOR’ROLLA, FOXTROT MUSIC BAND (ROCKABILLY, COVER BAND) Time: 22.00 Admission: 70hrv Docker’s ABC (KhreshchatykZankovetskoi 15/4) 278-1717 KHASH, ANIMALS SESSION (COVER BANDS) Time: 21.00 Admission: free Route 66 (Zhylyanska 87/30) 239-3865 MOCHANOV (POP-ROCK) Time: 21.30 Admission: call and check Porter (Mishuhy 3a) 536-9979 TARTILA (COVER BAND) Time: 20.00 Admission: call and check Porter (Kostelna 4) 278-0490 MJ PROJECT (COVER BAND) Time: 21.00 Admission: free Ciro’s Pomodoro (S Rustaveli 12) 221-4545 HIGHSCORE (POP) Time: 21.00 Admission: free Star Pub (Popudenka 1a) 292-2900 EVERGREEN (JAZZ) Time: 20.30 Admission: free Jazz Do It (V Vasylkivska 76a) 289-5606

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Sunday

LUCKY BAND (COVER BAND) Time: 21.30 Admission: call and check Porter (Mishuhy 3a) 536-9979

FOXTROT MUSIC BAND (COVER BAND) Time: 21.00 Admission: call and check Bochka Pyvna (Moskovskiy Pr 17/1) 461-8788

PICNIC (ROCK) Time:19.00 Admission: 150-600hrv National Aviation University (Komorova 1) 408-3300

YUKHYM BAND (COVER BAND) Time: 20.00 Admission: call and check Porter (Kostelna 4) 278-0490

LUCKY BAND, L.A. (COVER BANDS) Time: 21.00 Admission: call and check Bochka Pyvna (Khreshchatyk 19a) 459-0551

HARMONICA FESTIVAL (JAZZ, BLUES) Time: 22.00 Admission: call and check Art Club 44 (Khreshchatyk 44b) 279-4137

NOGU SVELO, ANIMALS SESSION (POP-ROCK, COVER BAND) Time: 22.00 Admission: call and check Docker’s ABC (KhreshchatykZankovetskoi 15/4) 278-1717 TRES DESEOS (COVER BAND) Time: 22.00 Admission: free Docker Pub (Bohatyrska 25) 451-8528 KHMEL (COVER BAND) Time: 19.00 Admission: free Route 66 (Zhylyanska 87/30) 239-3865 ROCK FEST (ROCK) Time: 21.30 Admission: call and check Porter (Mishuhy 3a) 536-9979 ALEX GERMAN (COVER BAND) Time: 21.00 Admission: free Ciro’s Pomodoro (S Rustaveli 12) 221-4545 EASTERN FIRE (DANCE SHOW) Time: 21.00 Admission: 30hrv Star Pub (Popudenka 1a) 292-2900 OLENA NIKOLSKA (JAZZ) Time: 20.30 Admission: free Jazz Do It (V Vasylkivska 76a) 289-5606

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Monday MUSHMELLOW, SUNRISE (POP-ROCK) Time: 22.00 Admission: 30hrv Art Club 44 (Khreshchatyk 44b) 279-4137 SECOND BREATH (COVER BAND) Time: 21.30 Admission: free Docker’s ABC (KhreshchatykZankovetskoi 15/4) 278-1717 MOJO JO JO (COVER BAND) Time: 21.30 Admission: free Docker Pub (Bohatyrska 25) 451-8528

MAX TAVRICHESKIY (COVER BAND) Time: 21.30 Admission: call and check Porter (Mishuhy 3a) 536-9979 MJ PROJECT & DJ RIO (COVER BAND) Time: 21.00 Admission: free Ciro’s Pomodoro (S Rustaveli 12) 221-4545 TROPICANA (DANCE MUSIC) Time: 20.00 Admission: free Star Pub (Popudenka 1a) 292-2900

ROCKING WOLVES (COVER BAND) Time: 22.00 Admission: 30hrv Docker Pub (Bohatyrska 25) 451-8528 CARTE BLANCHE (COVER BAND) Time: 21.00 Admission: free Route 66 (Zhylyanska 87/30) 239-3865 SHUBIN BAND (COVER BAND) Time: 21.30 Admission: call and check Porter (Mishuhy 3a) 536-9979

Wednesday

CHECKPOINT (COVER BAND) Time: 21.00 Admission: free Ciro’s Pomodoro (S Rustaveli 12) 221-4545

GOOD EVENING VOL.4 (POP-ROCK) Time: 22.00 Admission: 30hrv Art Club 44 (Khreshchatyk 44b) 279-4137

MORE KHUANA (COVER BAND) Time: 21.00 Admission: free Star Pub (Popudenka 1a) 292-2900

GOOD, BAD, EVIL (COVER BAND) Time: 21.00 Admission: call and check Bochka Khmilna (B Khmelnytskoho 3b) 390-6106

OLENA PUGACHEVA (JAZZ) Time: 20.30 Admission: free Jazz Do It (V Vasylkivska 76a) 289-5606

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CLOCKWORK ORANGE (COVER BAND) Time: 21.00 Admission: call and check Bochka Pyvna (Moskovskiy Pr 17/1) 461-8788

SPRING JAZZ NIGHT (JAZZ) Time: 22.00 Admission: call and check Art Club 44 (Khreshchatyk 44b) 279-4137

SOME LIKE IT HOT (COVER BAND) Time: 21.00 Admission: call and check Bochka Pyvna (Khreshchatyk 19a) 459-0551

MORE KHUANA (COVER BAND) Time: 21.30 Admission: free Docker’s ABC (KhreshchatykZankovetskoi 15/4) 278-1717

THE MAGMA (COVER BAND) Time: 22.00 Admission: free Docker’s ABC (KhreshchatykZankovetskoi 15/4) 278-1717

GOOD, BAD, EVIL (COVER BAND) Time: 21.00 Admission: free Route 66 (Zhylyanska 87/30) 239-3865 POSITIVE BAND (COVER BAND) Time: 21.30 Admission: call and check Porter (Mishuhy 3a) 536-9979 RU MORES BOYS (COVER BAND) Time: 21.00 Admission: free Ciro’s Pomodoro (S Rustaveli 12) 221-4545

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Warmly Welcomed, Even at Funerals Goran Bregovic and the Wedding and Funeral Band (Bosnia and Herzegovina, Balkan/pop), Palace Ukraine (V Vasylkivska 103)

20 April at 19.00 Famous Serbian composer, musician, and ambassador of Balkan culture, Goran Bregovic is coming to Kyiv this spring with his inimitable Wedding and Funeral Band. Writing music for movies directed by genius Emir Kosturica, Bregovic soon started receiving world recognition for his talent. Eventually, he became so successful that he began touring the world, bringing the chaotic, yet exciting Balkan gypsy-style of music to all corners of the world.

Tickets are 180 – 2250hrv. For more information call 247−2444.

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ADDIS ABABA (REGGAE) Time: 22.00 Admission: 60hrv Art Club 44 (Khreshchatyk 44b) 279-4137 SOME LIKE IT HOT (COVER BAND) Time: 21.00 Admission: call and check Bochka Khmilna (B Khmelnytskoho 3b) 390-6106 ANIMALS SESSION (COVER BAND) Time: 21.00 Admission: call and check Bochka Pyvna (Moskovskiy Pr 17/1) 461-8788 CLOCKWORK ORANGE (COVER BAND) Time: 21.00 Admission: call and check Bochka Pyvna (Khreshchatyk 19a) 459-0551 TEX-MEX CO (COVER BAND) Time: 22.00 Admission: free Docker’s ABC (KhreshchatykZankovetskoi 15/4) 278-1717 ROCKING WOLVES (COVER BAND) Time: 21.00 Admission: free Route 66 (Zhylyanska 87/30) 239-3865 SHOW TIME (COVER BAND) Time: 21.30 Admission: call and check Porter (Mishuhy 3a) 536-9979 WILD PEOPLES (COVER BAND) Time: 20.00 Admission: call and check Porter (Kostelna 4) 278-0490 RED ROCKS (COVER BAND) Time: 21.00 Admission: free Ciro’s Pomodoro (S Rustaveli 12) 221-4545 RIFFS (COVER BAND) Time: 21.00 Admission: free Star Pub (Popudenka 1a) 292-2900

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This Week Art

15–21 April 2011

Italian Trans Avant-garde Exhibition of Italian artists Sandro Chia, Enzo Cucchi, Nicola De Maria, Francesco Clemente, Mimmo Paladino, M 17 (Antonovycha 102-104)

From 15 April M 17 will soon be presenting an exhibition of works by legendary Italian artists who, back in the 1980s, created a new epoch in world art known as Italian Trans Avant-garde. How has M 17 been so fortunate? A year ago, this new gallery opened its doors to the public with an exhibition by Achille Bonito Oliva, founder of the popular movement, and having promised to return, he has done just that! A selection of 75 pieces from the famous MART museum in Italy will be on show for the Kyiv artistic scene, and supported by the Italian Institute in Kyiv, this exhibition looks to be an outstanding event.

For more information call 596-2030.

LILY AND VENDY Exhibition of works by Alina Maksymenko and Vasyl Tatarsky Tryptykh gallery (Andriivsky uzviz 34) Until 27 April 279-0759 AUT Exhibition of works by artists from Ukraine and abroad Museum of Modern art (Hlybochytska 17) Until 7 May 201-4945 OPTIMALISM Exhibition of works by Viktor Deysun Mystetska Zbirka gallery (Tereshchenkivska 13) Until 24 April 234-1427

JOYFUL MOOD Exhibition of works by Tadeush Zhakhovsky Wunjo art gallery (Heroiv Stalingrada 10a) Until 22 April 228-6620

THE BORDERLANDS Outdoor exhibition of comics by Den Archer Shevchenko Park Until 21 April 490-4129

LITHUANIA: THE BEST OF Exhibition of textiles Zeh Gallery (Frunze 69) Until 8 May 591-1369

THOSE WHO ARE NEAR US Exhibition of photographic works by Natasha Shulte Visual Culture Centre at Kyiv-Mohyla academy (Skovorody 2) Until 22 April (096) 932 49 28

THE WALLS Exhibition of paintings by Mykola Ridny Bottega gallery (Mykhaylivska 22a) Until 20 April 279-5353

Family

Early Debutantes Little Princes and Princesses Ball Charity Ball for children, National Puppet Theatre (Hrushevskoho 1a)

16 April at 12.00 If your children are aged between 2 and 10 and would like to dress up, dance and just have some good clean fun, as well as the chance to play games and win prizes, this is the event for them! What’s more, all of the proceeds from this gala event will be going to support the work of a local NGO, working to provide children in many areas of Ukraine with the tools and opportunities required to fulfill their potential.

Tickets are 150 hrv. For more information, please call 278-5808.

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Friday POLYANNA Time: 12.00, 18.00 Lypska Youth Theatre 253-6219

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KASHCHEY THE DEATHLESS Fairytale opera for children and adults in 2 acts Time: 13.00 Kyiv Theatre of Opera & Ballet for Children & Youth 425-3116

PUPPET THEATRE Hrushevskoho 1A (metro Maidan Nezalezhnosti) 278-5808

CIRCUS Peremohy 2 (metro Vokzalna) 486-3927 www.circus.com.ua

MUNICIPAL PUPPET THEATRE Mytropolska 1 513-1500

ZOO Peremohy Pr. 32 241-7769 www.zoo.kiev.ua

MARIONETTE THEATRE Sahaidochnoho 29/3 (metro Poshtova Ploshcha) 417-3058 http://marionet.com.ua

DYVOSVIT 4D cinema, children’s labyrinth, attractions Marshala Malinovskoho 24/10 502-0088 www.dyvosvit.ua

LITTLE PRINCES AND PRINCESSES BALL Time: 12.00 National Puppet Theatre (Hrushevskoho 1a) 278-1697 ARTS CLASS Weekend Club for Kids 4+ Time: 10.00 Master Klass Cultural Centre 594-1062 AQUACIRCUS Time: 13.00, 15.00 Circus (Peremohy 2) 486-3927 THE GREEN HILLS OF THE OCEAN Time: 13.00 Lypska Youth Theatre 253-6219

KING DROSSELBART Time: 12.00 Lypska Youth Theatre 253-6219

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THE BICYCLE WITH RED WHEELS Time: 11.00 Lypska Youth Theatre 253-6219

THE RANSOM OF RED CHIEF Time: 12.00 Lypska Youth Theatre 253-6219

BURATINO Time: 12.00, 15.00 Kyiv Theatre of Opera & Ballet for Children & Youth 425-3116

ROMEO AND JULIET Time: 19.00 Lypska Youth Theatre 253-6219

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Tuesday

SLEEPING BEAUTY Time: 12.00 Kyiv Theatre of Opera & Ballet for Children & Youth 425-3116

MAGIC MUSIC Time: 13.00 Kyiv Theatre of Opera & Ballet for Children & Youth 425-3116

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Wednesday

KYIV PLANETARIUM Selection of various show programs Time: 11.00, 12.30, 14.00 and 16.00 Chervonoarmiyska 57/3 287-7508

AQUACIRCUS Time: 13.00, 15.00 Circus (Peremohy 2) 486-3927

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BUTTERFLY ULTRAMARINE Cinema, children’s playground, bowling, arcade Uritskoho 1A (metro Vokzalna) 206-0350 www.kino-butterfly.com.ua KOBZOV CIRCUS 239-2181 Prospekt Pobedy 82 www.circus-kobzov.com.ua MYSTICAL-AQUARIUM CENTRE Koshytsa 8A (metro Poznyaky) 502-1796 www.aquariumfish.com.ua

NEMO DOLPHINARIUM Akademika Glushkova 9 520-5550 www.nemokiev.com KYIV PLANETARIUM Chervonoarmiyska 57/3 287-7508 www.planet.org.ua/about.html AQUAPARK TERMINAL Aquapark, shopping and entertainment centre Kyivska 316 in the town of Brovary 200-1450 www.aquapark-terminal.com.ua

Sunday

YASNOGORODSKYA OSTRICH FARM Podlesnaya 32, Yasnohorodska (30km outside of Kyiv) 782-3240 www.ostrich.com.ua HOPAK IN KYIV Hopak Training Centres 332-7747 or 067-933-3244 Visit http://hopak.kiev.ua/ua/ NABEG HORSEBACK RIDING CENTRE Vishgorodska 85 067-712-3384 http://www.loshadi.kiev.ua/

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ROMEO AND JULIET Time: 13.00 Kyiv Theatre of Opera & Ballet for Children & Youth 425-3116

KYIV HORSE RACE TRACK Akademika Glushkova 10 266-2223 STATE MUSEUM OF TOYS Klovskiy 8 253-5400 INTERESNIY KIEV Tours in and around Kyiv in English!

491-1176 or 068-121-4458 Visit www.interesniy.kiev.ua/new/ tour/english

PYROHOVO OPEN AIR MUSEUM Folk architecture and life Marshrutka #3/156 from metro Lybydska 526-5542 MAMAEVA SLOBODA Outdoor Cossack Museum Mykhayla Dontsya 2, Otradniy region 361-9848 www.mamajeva-sloboda.ua

NIVKY PARK Children’s playground, rifle ranges, walking paths, cafes Prospect Pobedy 82 KURENEVSKIY PARK Playgrounds, attractions, cafes Frunze 134 NATIONAL BOTANICAL GARDEN Open year round Timiryazevskaya 1

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Nightlife

15–21 April 2011

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Saturday PLAY TECHNO – RICH JONES (UK) Time: 22.00 Admission: 40-80 hrv Forsage (Harmatna 51a) 232-6780 MUSIC ANARCHY! - TIMOTI FAIN, DON DESASTER (BERLIN) CJCLIP DUBKRAFT, BOOM & LILAC RATATOUILLE, JABRO GROW Time: 23.00 Admission: 33 hrv Lenin Club (Mykola Hrinchenko 18) 067-327-0457 FORMULA 1 PARTY Time: 20.00 Admission: free before 22.00 D’Lux (Hrushevskoho 3) 200-9009

Long May She Live A Tribute to Queen: Reliving the Wembley 1986 Concert, MasQuerade , Sullivan Room (Prorizna 8)

15 April at 19.00 If there’s one thing that unites Kyivites, it’s a shared love for the music of Queen and flamboyant frontman Freddie Mercury. This is an adoration that transcends generational lines, as one can overhear people normally outside of the rock ‘n’ rolling age bracket going into paroxysms of wonder at Mercury’s performance of “Barcelona.” This should be a real treat for fans who were unable to see the original Queen line-up or its pale substitute, with Paul Rodgers failing to supplant the beloved Mercury. This time, MasQuerade will be heating up the stage, performing Queen’s solid-platinum hits, from “Tie Your Mother Down” to “We Are the Champions.”

Tickets are 50 – 60hrv. For more information call 599-0109.

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Friday BRIDE PARTY – FASHION SHOW OF VIP BRIDAL GOWNS, DJ LUTIQUE, DJ ROCKSTAR Time: 23.00 Aura (Volodymyrskiy Spusk 2e) 383-5999 SUNGATE PRE-PARTY – D*LUX, RАЙ (MOSCOW) Time: 22.00 Admission: free until 23.00 D’Lux (Hrushevskoho 3) 200-9009 BOOZY FRIDAY PARTY – DJ MARCU$$, DJ ZOITS, MC DYM, BABY GIRLS! Time: 22.00 Admission: 100hrv, VIP - 200hrv BabyFace (Shchorsa 44) 286-0777 RAVE ON - LOLA PALMER, IO, GOSHVA, NOIZAR, VERONIKA, D.SPIELER Time: 22.00 Admission: 20-50 hrv Saxon (Trutenko 4) 257-4070 ELECTRO JAM - FEYSER (LIVE SET) VS VILENCE (LIVE VOCAL), STAS KILL, DAVID DJ, LADY BEAUTIFUL Time: 22.00 Admission: 0-35 hrv Prime (Nauki 8) 524-2209 DISCO 80TH! Time: 23.00 Admission: L-free, G-100hrv Azure (Leontovycha 3) 234-7494

JUNGLE MAFIA – B-DAY MAXTREEM, B-DAY JUNGLE MASIVE Time: 23.00 Admission: 30-50 Lenin Club (Mykola Hrinchenko 18) 067-327-0457 FREE LOVE PARTY - DJ RUNOV, DJ ELDAR, ARENA SHOW GIRLS Time: 21.00 Admission: call and check Arena (Baseina 2a) 093-947-7476 DISLOCADOS SALSA BAND, DANCE SHOW, DJS Time: 22.00 Admission: L-80hrv, G-120hrv Caribbean Club (Kominternu 4) 288-1290 R ‘N’ B FRIDAY – DJ SHKED, DJ SPEEDY, DJ PAHATAM Time: 22.0 Admission: L – free, G – 50 hrv Vodka Bar (Globus-2nd line, Maidan Nezalezhnosti) 371-1102 DJ BRO AND DJ EVA Time: 22.00 Admission: call and check Stolitsa (Hrushevskoho 1b) 279-0000 FIRST DJANE IN THE WORLD! MI$$ FTV Time: 22.00 Admission: call and check Patipa (Muzeyniy 10) 253-0150 TRIBUTE TO QUEEN Time: 19.00 Admission: 50-60 hrv Sullivan Room (Prorizna 8) 066-485-5555

STAR DJS - ARKTIKA, ANTON OLAOSAN, ANTONI Time: 22.00 Admission: call and check Heaven (Hrinchenko 7) 353-4040

SASHA SKY BIRTHDAY PARTY Time: 22.00 Admission: call and check BabyFace (Shchorsa 44) 286-0777

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ALL BEST GOLDEN NIGHT – DJ GREG, DJ BRO, DJ FIRST, DJ RUNOV AND OTHERS Time: 22:00 Admission: call and check Patipa (Muzeyniy 10) 253-0150

RED RIDING HOOD PARTY Time: 21:00 Admission: free Shooters (Moskovska 22) 254-2024

DAVID ARTHUR BROWN – BRAZZAVILLE Time: 21.00 Admission: 80-100 hrv Art Club 44 Khreshatyk 44b

LATINO DISCO Time: 21.00 Admission: L-40hrv, G-60hrv Caribbean Club (Kominternu 4) 288-1290

DISCO RADIO FORMAT Time: 22.00 Admission: free Aura (Volodymyrskiy Spusk 2e) 383-5999

DISCO STYLE PARTY Time: 22.00 Admission: free Aura (Volodymyrskiy Spusk 2e) 383-5999

LATINA FIESTA PARTY – SALSA SCHOOL, DJ STALKER, MC ADAM, GO-GO DANCE-SHOW Time: 20.00 Admission: free Azure (Leontovycha 3) 234-7494

BRACELET PARTY - DJ PANTERA TOPLESS, DJ KRISIS AND OTHERS Time: 22.00 Admission: L- free before 23.00, G – 25-50 hrv Egoist (Horlovskaya 124/140) 223-3633

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Sunday OLD SCHOOL PARTY – DJ FUZZ FREAK (NEW YORK, US), JOHNNY BRAVO (KYIV) Time: 22.00 Admission: 30-40 hrv Sullivan Room (Prorizna 8) 066-485-5555

SEX DRIVE Time: 22.00 Aura (Volodymyrskiy Spusk 2e) 383-5999

DRINK? DRINK! DRINK… Time: 21.00, ladies only before 00.00 Admission: before 00.00 L-free, after L-50hrv, G-90hrv Shooters (Moskovska 22) 254-2024

XXXL NIGHT – DJ KASEY (D*LUX), DJ SPECIAL ONE, MC PASHA RAZVESELY, DJ ZVERSKIE Time: 22.00 Admission: L – 40, M – 60 Lake Club (Revutskoho 2) 098-363-6363

TERRITORY OF LOVE – COEUR EXTASIE Time: 22.00 Admission: free Lake Club (Revutskoho 2) 098-363-6363

FIREMAN PARTY Time: 21:00 Admission: free Shooters (Moskovska 22) 254-2024 WILD WISHES – DJ LUTIQUE, DJ SUNNY & TAGIR, DJ ID CRASH, MC DYM TIME: 23.00 Admission: call and check Saxon (Trutenko 4) 257-4070 DISLOCADOS SALSA BAND, DANCE SHOW, DJS Time: 22.00 Admission: L-80hrv, G-120hrv Caribbean Club (Kominternu 4) 288-1290 WHISPER OF SPRING – DIANA MIRO PROJECT, OVERDREAM FEAT. DUBMYDUB, DUNAEWSKY69, MANTRAGORA, ORLOVSKIY, D. TADECKI, AKA SUNDOZE, ZEA IN DUB, M. SIVERSKY Time: 21.00 Admission: 108 hrv Home Concept Night Club (Perova 2) 558-2545

D’LUX LIGHT DISCO - DJ MAROCCO Time: 12.00 Admission: free D’Lux (Hrushevskoho 3) 200-9009 R’N’B BOOM: ALL STARS PARTY – DJ LADY, DJ JEFF, DJ MEHANIK, MC YOUNG T, MC GERRIK GORILLA Time: 22.00 Admission: L-20hrv, G-30hrv Forsage (Harmatna 51a) 232-6780 EXTREME LADIES NIGHT Time: 21.00 Admission: L-40hrv, G-60hrv Aura (Volodymyrskiy Spusk 2e) 383-5999 SONGS, DANCES AND FOOD: OUR BEST FRIENDS – DJ MYUKHIN, MC KALININ Time: 21.00 Admission: 30hrv Kalinka Malinka (Mayakovskoho 47) 515-0322 LATINO DISCO Time: 21.00 Admission: L-40hrv, G-60hrv Caribbean Club (Kominternu 4) 288-1290

POPGORN PARTY – RICHARD GORN & LADY’S Time: 23.00 Admission: L-free, G-100hrv Azure (Leontovycha 3) 234-7494

TECHNOLOGY OF INSANITY PARTY - DJ ANDREI FIBER, DJ EGOR BOSS, DJ JUZZIST, DJ SHIFER, DJ D.SPIELER, MC SUNNY Admission: call and check Saxon (Trutenko 4) 257-4070

“AK47” CONCERT Time: 22.00 Admission: call and check Arena (Baseina 2a) 362-8568

DISCOMANIA PARTY – DJ VELSKIY Time: 23.00 Admission: L-free, G-100hrv Azure (Leontovycha 3) 234-7494

Monday

MIX STYLE – MACINTOSH, VADIM, MISS FTV, BADEM! MC KANDIE Time: 22.00 Admission: call and check Patipa (Muzeyniy 10) 253-0150 80S DISCO Time: 21.00 Admission: free Sorry Babushka (Dmytrivskaya 18/24) 486-0300 POP PARTY – DJ VELSKIY Time: 23.00 Admission: L-free, G-100hrv Azure (Leontovycha 3) 234-7494

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Tuesday DE PHAZZ Time: 21.00 Admission: 320 hrv Crystal Hall (Dniprovskiy Spusk 1) 288-5069 A CROWN FOR TWO BEAUTY CONTEST AND PARTY - DJ KOLT, DJ UNDERHILL, DJ HAMSTER Time: 21.00 Admission: 20 hrv Forsage (Harmatna 51a) 232-6780 FRIEND PARTY Time: 22.00 Admission: free Aura (Volodymyrskiy Spusk 2e) 383-5999 LATINO DISCO Time: 21.00 Admission: L-20hrv, G-50hrv Caribbean Club (Kominternu 4) 288-1290 LADIES NIGHT Time: 22.00 Admission: free D’Lux (Hrushevskoho 3) 200-9009 LA BELLA PARTY Time: 21.00 Admission: free Shooters (Moskovska 22) 254-2024 DISCO 80S Time: 23.00 Admission: L-free, G-100hrv Azure (Leontovycha 3) 234-7494

Wednesday

AMAZON ISLAND PARTY – EROTIC SHOW, STRIPTEASE, CONTESTS Time: 21.00 Admission: L-free before 00.00, after 30hrv, G-100hrv Caribbean Club (Kominternu 4) 288-1290 LADIES NIGHT – HAVANA MOJITO Time: 22.00 Admission: free D’Lux (Hrushevskoho 3) 200-9009 LADIES NIGHT WITH MC CLUBNICHKA Time: 21.00, ladies only before 00.00 Admission: before 00.00 L-free, after L-50hrv, G-90hrv Shooters (Moskovska 22) 254-2024

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Thursday CRAZY THURSDAYS Time: 22.00 Admission: 30 hrv Aura (Volodymyrskiy Spusk 2e) 383-5999 LADIES NIGHT – BEST STRIPTEASE IN KYIV Time: 23.00 Admission: L-free, G-100hrv Azure (Leontovycha 3) 234-7494 LATINO DISCO Time: 21.00 Admission: L-20hrv, G-50hrv Caribbean Club (Kominternu 4) 288-1290 UNLIMITED THURSDAYS – SAMOSUD Time: 22.00 Admission: call and check BabyFace (Shchorsa 44) 286-0777 WHAT GIRLS WANT… STRIPTEASE! Time: 21.00 Admission: L-20hrv, G-50hrv Sorry Babushka (Dmytrivskaya 18/24) 486-0300 SAUSAGE PARTY – BRING A SAUSAGE, GET IN FREE! Time: 21.00 Admission: before 00.00 free, after 23.00 G-90hrv Shooters (Moskovska 22) 254-2024

The Italians Are Coming Prime tech (tech, tech-house), Prime (Nauki 8)

16 April at 22:00 In what is being billed as the event of the season, a crew of Italian DJs (m.i.d.i. Italy) will be taking over Prime club, to bring Kyivites a taste of contemporary bread and circuses, via tech and tech-house music.

Tickets are 35-50 hrv. For more information call 524-2209 or visit www.primeclub.in.ua : What's On Recommended

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Kyiv Celebs

The Maneken – designer of fashionable music

Most club-goers in Ukraine will have at least heard about the Maneken, AKA Eugene Filatov, and his magic DJ-ing table-device that is the central focus of his sets. Now, however, with the release of his second album and a couple of video clips, his audience is struggling with the question: does the fact that he has lately been collaborating mean that from now on the Maneken will no longer be a DJ? “No, I’m not going to quit electronic music, but I think it will be even more electric and danceable. A band opens up big stages for an artist and is a great addition to the Maneken DJ project,” says Maneken.

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he artist started playing music back in 1998 while living in Donetsk. The crucial moment in his career came after four years of playing in clubs. “I went to Kyiv and, fortunately, found a job any musician could only dream about.

Being a composer in a good studio opens lots of doors. I’ve worked with TV channels, radio shows and many popular artists.” The hard work helped Eugene to understand the fundamentals of how show business works here, as well as to make some very important connections. It all led to his opening his own recording studio, Major Music Box, which is source of pride for him. “The studio we are now sitting in is the result of my work. I’ve created it two years ago and since then it’s working perfectly. Among the most recent projects we just finished are the Maneken’s second album - Soulmate Sublime and Jamala’s debut album For Every Heart. The latest innovation is the web camera I’ve installed, so that anyone can see what’s happening in the studio in real time,” notes the Maneken. The latest Maneken achievements speak for themselves, especially the recent release of Jamala’s album. But what’s the connection between Jamala and the Maneken? Answering this one, Eugene says: “Jamala is like a soulmate to me. We met years ago, when she recorded the vocals for one of the songs from my first album. After her victory at New Wave, she came to me, saying that she was ready to record an album. Of course, I agreed to be her sound producer. We wrote all of the arrangements for her melodies together. Sometimes I had to insist on doing more “structured” songs, as we had everything we needed, had we wanted to do a pure jazz album, with marvelous improvisations, soaring solos, etc. From the outset, however, we wanted to do an album that wouldn’t appeal to jazz fans alone. Our greatest collaboration with Jamala is what we’re working on right now. On my new album, I’m doing lots of singing and that’s where I really need her help.

She’s teaching me to sing, comparing singing to football, where a player has to practice all his moves and kicks over and over again, in order to become a good player. Sadly, I’m not a rival to Jamala in singing yet,” Eugene says with a smile.

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Soulmates are the reason to stay.

Continuing our talk about Maneken’s music, we came to the most interesting topic of our today’s discussion – his second album, released on 15 April. “The work is called Soulmate Sublime. The name underlines the respect I have for my colleagues. I felt a great difference while working on the second album, comparing this process to my first album. The first one I did myself, including the design, and the rest of the routine elements. Now I can say that it’s much better to work with the other people who did a lot to popularise the Maneken.” The artist’s two albums are very different. And that’s because the Maneken is not a one-man performer anymore. “There is a great difference between playing solo, where I can only sing and/or play one musical part with the rest coming from the record, and playing with a live band. You simply can’t give as much energy when you’re the only musician on stage, while a live band suits that purposes perfectly,” is how Eugene explains his decision. It’s hard to imagine how a live band can play electronic music. In fact, the Maneken band doesn’t do any DJ-ing, as they have dramatically changed their genre. Adding to this the artist says, “I’ve changed the concept of the music. Music is like clothes for me. I’m acting like a designer, putting the best clothes on a manikin. I like how the audience reacts to these changes.” The idea to form a live band for the second album came to Eugene when he met German director Charlie Stadler.

The latter came to Kyiv to shoot a commercial video and, by coincidence, happened to be invited to Maneken’s studio. Charlie saw musical instruments and remembered that he himself was a good musician. After a short jam, and inspired by the event, Charlie recorded the song on his phone and returned home. A couple of days later, Eugene received a call from Mr. Stadler, who had written lyrics to what they’d recorded, prompting Eugene to come up with an arrangement. That is how the Maneken band recorded their first song called Shine for the upcoming album. Shortly after, Charlie Stadler offered to write more lyrics and eventually wrote all of the words for Soulmate Sublime. “In fact, Charlie’s lyrics have a deep meaning.

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Many people ask me where all the funk went from the music. Well, it’s hard to mix deep lyrics with funky melodies. It’s not a lottery and we worked hard to create a consistent album,” is how the Maneken explains the eventual destination of the creative search.

Onward and upward with style The live band and instrumental music is the key for Maneken to broadening his musical influence. Solid proof of this lies in the three concerts already booked for the artist. The first one is the official presentation of the band in Kyiv, the second will be held in Moscow and the last one a show at MuzExpo in Los Angeles. Asking the Maneken which one of these three is the most important for him and his recently formed band, we received a kind of fiddly answer: “Well, that’s a hard question. The one I’m most looking forward to is the one in Kyiv, as it’s a great pleasure to play in the city I live in and to see the smiling faces of my friends, who never miss my concerts; it helps a lot to perform for them. I love the city and the people here. And I doubt that I would agree to move to another country were I invited. Still, strategically speaking, the concert in Los Angeles is more important, because it’s going to be a great gathering of our targeted audience from the music industry.” For a good musician every concert is important and everything that he does affects his career.

Summing up the conversation, Eugene Filatov tells us what is so special about the music he performs, underlining three vital elements that must always be considered: “Harmony is the first one. All the sounds you produce should be interrelated. The second one is “recognizable handwriting”. Your music should be easily recognized by the listeners.

Finally, the last element is style.

There is a slight difference between style and pomposity. Paying attention to detail helps any artist to look stylish and not silly.”

“I’VE CHANGED THE CONCEPT OF THE MUSIC. MUSIC IS LIKE CLOTHES FOR ME. I’M ACTING LIKE A DESIGNER, PUTTING THE BEST CLOTHES ON A MANIKIN.”

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Coming Soon

Quartet-a-Tet Evening of modern choreography

by Kyiv Modern Ballet Kyiv Theatre of Opera & Ballet for Children & Youth (Mezhyhirska 2)

26 April at 19.00

The Dark Genius Exhibition of photographic works by Bob Carlos Clarke Brucie Collections (Artema 55b)

Opening on 27 April at 19.00 Brucie Collections gallery brings to Kyiv works by legendary photographer Bob Carlos Clarke, famous for his provocative and erotic photographs full of wicked humor. Having also worked with such huge brands as Levi’s, Volkswagen, UrbanStone and others, he always astonishes the audience with his original view of things and his emotional portraits. The exhibit entitled “Attack Without Provocation” showcases various aspects of Clark’s work, with his portrayal of the eccentric and seductive women who became his central images.

Adults only. For more information call 205-4264

Kyiv Modern Ballet is certainly one of the most interesting phenomena on the Ukrainian theatrical scene. Chief choreographer Radu Poklitaru and his troupe always impress, with their spectacular and highly professional modern ballet performances. The music for their performance Quartet-aTet was written especially for Kyiv Modern Ballet by Dutch composer Ad Maas. With no plot, the performance shows the psychological interrelations between four characters and, shifting to shadow theatre, the show becomes even more fantastic and psychedelic.

Tickets for 40-150 hrv. For more information call: 425-4280

Tune into Georgian Melodies Festival of Georgian culture, House of Officers (Hrushevskoho 30/1)

30 April at 18.00 Georgian culture is closely connected with music: as the Georgian saying goes, “A Georgian is born and buried with a song.”

Georgian folk songs are as beautiful and diverse as Georgian nature.

You have a chance to experience both sensual and soulful Georgian songs performed by Sofiko Khakvashi, Nika Sebinskveradze and David Archvadze, to witness captivating Georgian dances by the Iberieli dance ensemble, as well as to draw a little closer to the vivid and authentic Georgian culture. Don’t miss your chance!

Tickets for 70-250 hrv. Tel. 253-8072

For Every Muse Muse (UK, alt-rock), Palace Ukraine (Chervonoarmiyska 103)

24 May at 19.00 After a short break of four years, Muse returned to the stage with a strong new album entitled, The Resistant, in autumn 2009. It topped record charts in 19 countries and went on to win the Best Rock Album at the Grammys that same year. They also won the Best Band award at the NME Awards and so there have been absolutely no regrets about spending a little time apart. Back for a second concert to aMUSE their fans, make sure you get your ticket just as soon as they go on sale.

Tickets 500 – 1100hrv. For more information call 247−2444.

Summer Beatle Bop

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Heading to the East Side

Ringo Starr (UK, pop), Palace Ukraine (Chervonoarmiyska 103)

Moby (US, ambient, electronica), Palace Sport (Sportyvna Pl 1)

4 June at 19.00

10 June at 19.00

To the delight of all Beatles fans out there, Ringo Starr and His AllStarr Band will be starting their European concert tour in Kyiv this June. The show is sure to produce some of the former band’s top hits, along with a few fresh songs by the legendary drummer.

Yes, that’s right ladies and gentlemen, it seems the impossible is in fact possible: Mr Starr is finally getting the attention he deserves!

So grab your ticket and grab your seat ‘cause Ringo’s got to get you into his life!

Tickets TBA. For more information call 247−2444.

Born in Harlem in 1965, Richard Melville Hall always had an ear for music. Learning classical guitar at the age of nine, he went to master piano and drums not long after. Signed to Instinct Records in 1989, his first big breakthrough was the progressive house track, Go, that included the string line from the hit TV series, Twin Peaks. With a new album due out in May of this year, fans should be well versed in both the old and new for his concert this summer. It’s going to be hot – get in on it!

Tickets TBA. For more information call 246-7406 or visit www.spalace.com.ua

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A Welcome Roach Papa Roach (US, nu-metal, Alta Expo Centre (Moskovskiy 11a)

29 June at 20:00

Heaven’s Gate Carlos Santana, Palace Ukraine (Chervonoarmiyska 103)

19 June at 20:00 Legendary guitarist Carlos Santana is finally bringing his Latininfused rock, blues and jazz fusion repertoire to Kyiv, as part of his Guitar Heaven 2001 tour. An icon to generations of music fans and musicians, Santana burst into the public imagination with his band’s searing performance of the song “Soul Sacrifice” at the famed 1969 Woodstock Festival.

Along the road of his multipleGrammy career, Santana has left unforgettable milestones, with massive hits like “Evil Ways,” “Oye Como Va” and the rock radio staple “Black Magic Woman.” Throughout his storied professional life, he has collaborated with other musical geniuses spanning musical genres, including (but not limited to) Herbie Hancock, Booker T. Jones, Willie Nelson and Wyclef Jean. Carlos Santana returned to massive commercial success in 1999 with the album Supernatural, and is out once out to prove that he deserved recognition as #15 on Rolling Stone magazine’s list of the Top 100 Guitarists of All Time. It’s time to change your own evil ways and enter guitar heaven.

Tickets are 150-400 hrv. For more information, call 247-2316.

Calling themselves “a band that tries to walk that line between metal, hardcore, punk rock and pop music”, the pride of Vacaville, California is bringing its Raid the Nation” tour to Kyiv and, if the chatter on the group’s website is anything to go by, Kyivites will be turning out in droves. And why not? Papa Roach exploded onto the music scene in 1999 with the major-label debut album Infest, going on to endless touring and two more albums, Lovehatetragedy and Dancing in the Ashes, which attained gold and platinum status, respectively. While frontman Jacoby Shaddix maintains that the rapping that featured on many of their earlier works is now out, form suggests that they’ve kept more than enough other sounds in to grab you.

Tickets are 400-800 hrv.

Fine Art Ukraine, Mystetskiy Arsenal (Lavrska 10-12)

From 12 May Mystetskiy Arsenal is very good at keeping the pulse of the artistic life here in Ukraine nice and steady, and organising the annual Fine Art Ukraine artistic fair is just one more way they successfully tackle this considerable feat. For the third year in a row, the event will cover the gamut of contemporary fine art, sculpture, graphics and photography, as well as decorative art, brought in from all over the country. The huge halls of this venue offer an amazing opportunity to be a part of the entire spectrum that is contemporary art.

For more information call 2885226.

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Chris Botti (jazz), October Palace (Instytutska 1)

25 April at 19.00 Multiple Grammy nominee Chris Botti is coming for to Kyiv for a huge show. This musician is famous for his talent in playing music called pop by some, jazz by others. He is quick to switch from one style to the other, even during his performances. Botti will be offering the best songs of his 12 albums and 16-year career. A massive experience, mixed with a unique talent, is what one can expect from this show.

Tickets are 300-1400hrv. For more information call 279-1582.

Punk’s not dead!

Sum 41 (punk rock), Stereoplaza (Kikvidze 17)

5 July at 21.00

Poor Liza A choreographic novel by the Russian National Theatre of Nations, Kyiv Operetta (Chervonoarmiyska 53/3)

29 April at 19.00

Keeping the Beat

An evening with Mr. Botti

Poor Liza is a classic novel by wellknown Russian writer Nikolay Karamzin which got its second life when Leonid Desyatnikov wrote the music for the chamber opera, using the novel’s plot as a reference. While this was a great addition to the narrative, the transformations did not stop there, as well-respected choreographer Alla Sigalova also put her hand to the piece. As a result, an outstanding chamber opera for two voices – soprano and tenor – and all that, combined with modern choreography, can be found in Poor Liza.

Add in Chulpan Khamatova, one of the most talented Russian actresses of the day, plus Andriy Merkuriev, who recently received one of the most respected Italian awards for dance, and you’ve got a real theatre sensation!

Tickets are 200 – 1550hrv. For more information call 287-6257.

Canadian punk rockers Sum 41 finally found Ukraine on the world map and decided to us pay a visit.

The news spread quickly among youngsters and now masses of people are rushing headlong to buy tickets for their show. In addition to the best songs from their previous five albums, Sum 41 is bringing Kyiv the band’s latest work, their early 2011 release Screaming Bloody Murder. Don’t miss this great show.

Admission is 300-450hrv. For more information call 222-8040.

They’ll Rope You In Veryovka Choir, Palace Ukraine (Chervonoarmiyska 103)

19 May at 19.00 The Veryovka Choir is almost a business card for Ukraine, having existed as a group of touring singers, musicians and dancers for 60 years running. Presenting unique and authentic Ukrainian culture, their repertoire covers a wide range of music including ethnic, folk and a capella, as well as arrangements of classic music and poetry. Their performances are always a stunning vision of only the best the country has to offer – get your ticket today!

Tickets are 80 – 500. For more information call 247-2444.

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Take Me Out! Listings RESTAURANTS AMERICAN ARIZONA BBQ 25 Naberezhno Khreshchatytska st.

425-2438 Open: 08.00 – 24.00 The only American run restaurant in Kyiv, open since 1995.

Free Wifi, drinks, food, parking, satellite TV, credit cards, live music

SAM’S STEAK HOUSE 37 Zhylyanskaya st.

287 20 00 Open: 08 a.m. – 12 a.m. www.karta.ua Steak House. Grill restaurant. Breakfast.

Wide choice. 8 a.m. - 12 p.m., weekdays WI-FI

HINKALI 4, Shota Rustaveli st.

234-0692 Open: 24 hours Real Caucasian culture reproduced in its best meals. Cuisine with an accent.

VERNISSAGE 30 Andriyivskiy uzviz 425-2403 Open: 11:00 – 23:00 Excellent French bistro. Menu in French and in English

KAZBEK 30a L. Ukrainky blvd.

285-4805 Open: 11.00 - 24.00 Restaurant with original interior and traditional Tone stove for baking bread.

FELLINI 5 Horodetskoho st.

279-5462 Open: 24 hours Authentic French and Italian cuisine in the heart of Kyiv.

KUVSHYN 10 Fedorova st.

592-6363 Open: 12.00 - 24.00 Caucasian cuisine. Every dish served in its own original and unique manner.

ASIAN TERRACE Mezhigirska 87 B str. +380932673630 +380443511572 Оpen: 18 00 – 06 00 Asian style, comfortable room karaoke with beauties.

MIMINO 10a Spasskaya st. (Podol) 417 35 45 Open: 12.00 – 00.00 www.karta.ua Authentic Georgian cuisine

SAFFRON 3 Vorovskogo st.

569 10 10 Open: Sun – Wed: 12.00 – 00.00 Thu – Sat: 12.00 – 05.00 www.karta.ua Oriental cuisine, Karaoke-lounge WI-FI NOBU 12 Shota Rustaveli st.

246-7734 Open: 12.00 - 24.00 Sushi bar in central location. Great decor and service, wide menu of authentic sushi.

PENA 30/18 Yaroslaviv Val st.

234-1701 Open: 12.00 - 24.00 Japanese fusion is the big pull here, which means a combination of all that is great about Japanese and Western cuisines.

TUBITEYKA 29/50 Tarasivska st.

287-0242 Open: 8.00 – 23.00 Asian and home made cuisine, delicious breakfasts, kalian. Oriental atmosphere – and decoration.

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EUROPEAN 7FRIDAYS CITY-CAFE B Khmelnytskoho 29 278-1187 www.7fridays.kiev.ua Situated in the very heart of Kyiv, the 7Fridays cafe is bursting with city life while striving to preserve a homelike atmosphere. Offering a peaceful corner to forget about city rush, stop for delicious European cuisine for breakfast, business-lunch or dinner. Internet available.

WI-FI STORY CAFE 17/18 Naberezhno-Kreschatitskaya st.

467 78 97 Open: 11.00 – 00.00 www.karta.ua French, Italian & Japanese cuisine WI-FI RAZGULYAEVO 70 Stolichnoe highway (to Koncha-Zaspa) 259 17 00 Open: 11.00 – to the last client www.karta.ua Entertainment complex (restaurant, hotel, sauna, paintball) WI-FI

FRENCH COMME IL FAUT Velyka Zhytomyrska St. 2A 219-1919 Open: 11.00 - 02.00 A feeling of Paris in the Kiev charm.

Menu flavours and aromas take you back to the finest Parisian tastes with the most modern accents. Eexclusive chocolate menu you never tested before.

CAUCASIAN ANI 72 Chervonoarmiyska st. 4th floor 590-2565 Open: 11.00-23.00 An open show-case kitchen will let you watch the respected Chef cook traditional dishes on the chargrill for you.

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CREP DE CHINE 25 Hoholivska st.

537-7070 Open: 08.00 – 23.00 A culinary expirience you won’t forget!

AURA RESTOBAR Volodymyrskiy Uzviz 2-е 3835999, 3836000 www.aura-cafe.com Open: 11.00 – 6.00 European, Mediterranean, Japanese cuisines and dishes on Tandura. Wide choice of wines and hookah.

BIER PLATZ (NEW!) Maidan Nezalezhnosti – 7 Khreshchatyk 067-407-5544 From 11.00 until the last client Delicious Czech, German and Ukrainian cuisine. 11 sorts of draft beer. 7 plasma screeens and 1 huge wall screen, offering various sports channels.

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WI-FI PUSHISTIY SUSHI-BAR 23-a Velyka Vasylkivska st.

234-3101 Open: 12.00 ‘til the last visitor leaves Original mix of styles in the interior, fuzzy fur on the walls. 30 kinds of sushi and sashimi.

MEDITERRANEAN OLIVERA 2A Velyka Zhytomyrska Street 219-1919 Open: 06.30 - 23.00 Casual dinning with the best Mediterranean food. Homemade pasta and great pizzas. Try the probably best breakfast in town.

Sunday Brunch the new experience in Kiev every Sunday at 12.00.

INTERNATIONAL ARENA ENTERTAINMENT 2-a Baseyna st.

492-0000 Open: 9.00 ‘til the last visitor leaves Spacious and cozy restaurant with European cuisine and micro brewery.

TEATRO RESTAURANT OPERA HOTEL 53 B. Khmelnitskogo st.

581 70 70 Open: 06.30 – 23.00 Mediterranean cuisine. Exquisite selection of the best dishes around the Mediterranean Sea Flavors & Tastes at their best!

TERRACOTTA 5-7/29 Pushkinska st.

537-4535 Open: 07.00 - 23.00 Mediterranean restaurant of superior cuisine.

Wine and cigar rooms offer the perfect touch to Terracotta’s delicious dining experience

FUSION BEEF MEET & WINE Shota Rustaveli 11 225-0035 Open: 12.00-24.00 Meet cuisine with no ethnic equivalent. Only the best meat from top suppliers and a wide choice of wine match.

WI-FI BUDDHA-BAR KIEV 14 Kreschatik st. (near Khreshchatyk hotel) 270- 7676 Open: Mo – Wed: 13.00 – 02.00 Thu – Sat: 13.00 – 04.00 Sun: 14.00 – 02.00 www.buddhabar.com.ua Restaurant lounge-bar WI-FI MARRAKESH 24 Sagaydachnogo st. (Podol) 494 0 494 Open: Sun – Thu: 12.00 – 01.00 Fri – Sat: 12.00 – 04.00 www.karta.ua Oriental restaurant. Moroccan, French & Japanese cuisine. Hookah menu.

WI-FI MAROCANA 24 Lesi Ukrainky blvd.

254-4999 Open: 11.00 - 02.00 This popular beau monde hang-out bills itself as a fashion TV cafe.

B-HUSH Velyka Zhytomyrska St. 2A 11th floor, InterContinental Kyiv 219-1919 Open: Sunday - Wednesday: 6 p.m. – 2 a.m.

Thursday - Saturday: 6 p.m. – 4 a.m.

Rooftop caviar and champagne bar. Enjoy stunning view of Kiev. b-hush… b-cool… b-here…

GRILL ASIA RESTAURANT 5 Alla Tarasova st.

581-12-34 Open: 6:00 - 24:00 Two open kitchens, European and Asian cuisine in luxurious surroundings.

Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

INTERCONTINENTAL KYIV LOBBY LOUNGE BAR Velyka Zhytomyrska St. 2A 1 st floor, InterContinental Kyiv 219-1919 Open: 08.00 - 02.00 Enjoy the best coffee in town in a relaxing and luxurious atmosphere. Great selection of whisky. Enjoy an InterContinental high tea every day from 13:00.

MYKA RESTAURANT Khreshchatyk 46a 227 8943 Open: 12-24 Delicious international cuisine in the heart of Kyiv

HUNTER 147/5 Saksahanskoho st.

236-3735 Open: 12.00 - 24.00 There is no need to go hunting – just visit this special originally decorated grill-restaurant, try excellent grilled meat and fish!

SAFE 23-a Velyka Vasylkivska st.

536-0157 Open: 11.00 - 06.00 Popular restaurant-bar famous for its culinary masterpieces. European & Japanese cuisine from experienced Chef

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CHORNOBYL CHARIT Y WALK On Friday 22 April, in order to raise money for charity, a group of volunteers from the British and French embassies in Kyiv will walk the 110 kilometres from central Kyiv to Chornobyl, non-stop and within 24 hours.

We kindly ask for your support by donating to our two chosen charities outlined below.

Donations Our aim is to raise an equal amount for the two charities, and we therefore kindly ask that you consider making identical donations to each.

Cash or cheques: By post or in person at the British (9 Desyatynna Street) and French (39 Reytarska street) Embassies.

Online donations: CCRDF:www.firstgiving.com/fundraiser/chornobylcharitywalk/ccrdf BLESMA: www.justgiving.com/chornobylcharitywalk-blesma Contacts: E-mail: chornobylcharitywalk@gmail.com Follow our blog: chornobylcharitywalk.interscop.org

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Kyiv Life Lena McKenzie with some lady friends (oh yeah, and Stuart and Falk)

Host of the night, Robert McNeil

Room for Another Shooter?

Walter Gordon and Nigel Thwaites with an acquaitance

SHOOTERS CAFÉ Shooters is one of Kyiv’s most famous nightspots, renowned for its fun party atmosphere. So when Robert, Stuart and Ozzy had some space come available to them in their Impressa Hotel down on Podil, they thought it would be a great idea to create a smaller, more intimate version of their wonderful nightclub. The opening event took place on Thursday 7 April, and as you’d expect it was a great party night, with good fun, great live music, and, of course, lots of alcohol. If you’ve not paid the place a visit yet, stop in and have some fun!

Oleh Nezboretsky of the Ferrari Store (left) and Freddy Pullar (right) with a friend

No party in Shooters would ever be complete without some beautiful ladies

Ronnie Slieman and Pranab Singha with a friend

Benoit Kuborn from the Opera Hotel, Natalia Kovalchuk and President of the KLC, Dave Young

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Mark Burden of Volia Cable with Erich Schmiedlechner of Austrian Airlines

Birthday boy Ozzy with Jorge Zukoski

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Traveler and writer Maksym Kidruk with his girlfriend Anna

Guests thrilled with the movie

Anna and Eugenia enjoying their drinks

Host of the event Kolya Matrosov, accompanied by Nelly Bondarenko and Tetyana Ushakova

The Dark Fields Turned into a Vivid Holiday UKRAINA CINEMA The Dark Fields movie premier was held in Ukraina Cinema on 31 March. The title of the movie alone attracted lots of attention from cinema fans and many of them gathered at the cinema to be the first to see the movie in Ukraine. The entertainment began long before the movie started.

Guests were invited for a marvellous dance and music show, snacks and drinks, and some interesting contests. After all these events, everyone took their seats, ready for a good movie.

Promoting Lithuanian Culture in Ukraine

Ambassador of Lithuania to Ukraine Petras Vaitekunas and Svitlana Panyushkina

Cultural Attaché of Lithuania Gabrielle Zheidite and Cultural Attaché of German Embassy Harald Hermann adding some music

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Oleksandr Shchelushenko and designer Liliya Litkovska

ZEH GALLERY On 7 April, Zeh Gallery presented the best of Lithuanian textile art. Exhibiting the works of ten Lithuanian artists working with textiles, the project aims to show how art in the 21st century is becoming an ever-more daily phenomenon, penetrating all spheres of human life.

The various techniques, materials and concepts used with the artworks provide an original view of Lithuanian culture, narrating contemporary history. Supported by the Embassy of Lithuania in Ukraine, the opening of the exhibition attracted both members of the diplomatic corps and sophisticated Kyiv art-lovers.

Inna PervezentsevaOkatova from Vozdvyzhenskiy Hotel, Zeh’s Natasha Sheiko and Iryna Pshennaya from President Hotel

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Kyiv Life Celebrities Raising Money for Kids AURA On 31 March a charity party “Warmth for Children” was held in Aura resto-bar, bringing in 120 000 hrv for philanthropy. The stars and hosts of the party worked for free this evening. The biggest attraction of the charity event was the legendary house-music king of Germany Imus Davudu, who performed four of his hits and auctioned off his new autographed CDs! The most active donor of the evening was ex-BYUT party member Oleh Lyashko, who purchased a number of lots, including art works and designer clothes. The guests spent had a great time and did a good deed for children in need.

Lawyer Bate Toms came to make his contribution

Scandalous ex-BYUT depute Oleh Lyashko

Singer Andriy Kishe and Andriy Mishin

TV host Ihor Posypayko

Charismatic German guest musician Innusa Dawuda

Skay’s Oleh Sobchuk with his sweetheart

Rio Comes to Kyiv

Singer Erica and parrot Rio sharing time with guests

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OSKAR CINEMA On 5 April the main hall of Oskar Cinema was full of kids and celebrities. Why? Because the premier of the longawaited blockbuster Hollywood cartoon Rio was held that day.

While grown-ups had their boring conversations about show business, the kids had a great time, enjoying the entertainment program put on especially for them.

TNMK’s Fagot spending time with his little fans

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Art Attack

Kyiv Cigar Club President Milan Paevych with a guest of the evening

VAB Bank head Petr Baron with his wife Yulia Art curator Kostyantyn Doroshenko and TV host Svitlana Volnova watching a 3D art work

Artist Tetyana Grershuni

M17 Golden Section auction house opened a pre-auction exhibition of contemporary art on 1 April at M17. The collection includes works by well-known Ukrainian and Russian artists, as well as those of several young and promising names.

One of the top lots for future bidding is a painting by Oleh Holosiy dated 1988. Among other worthwhile lots are works by Geyko, Bazhay, Roytburd and others. The preauction exhibition attracted collectors of contemporary art, while Kyiv art fans had the chance to see the works of Ukrainian contemporary masters, before the latter are sold off to private collections.

Jazz Melodies of this Spring

New Member of the Club attorney Mykola Ochkolda receives his Golden Club Badge from the President Valentyn Zagaria

Serhiy Konnov with the Club’s Treasurer Oleg Vasylyk and banker Serhiy Maximov

BANG & OLUFSEN OFFICE On 2 April, Stolypin Club gathered its members for the second open evening in the history of the club. As soon as the President of the club finished his welcoming speech about the charity aims of the club, the guests were invited to enjoy the evening’s jazz programme. All funds collected on the night were donated to help a young Ukrainian girl, who will now be able to receive the best hospital treatment.

Stolypin Club Senior Member Alex Krilov and Anastasia Demidova with guests

First Director of Mykhailo Bulgakov’s Museum in Kyiv Anatoliy Konchakovsky presents his new book to Stolypin Club Senior Member Sami Sh-Ali

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Essential Kyiv Domestic Assistance

Carefully selected professionals to run your whole household +38(044) 2339255, 2726328, 2786938 7/6 Streletskaya str, of. 50 (Zoloty Vorota) info@sweethome.ua www.sweethome.ua

Fitness Centres

Planeta Fitness is the largest fitness – clubs chain, represented by 41 clubs all over CIS. The world standards of quality are now available in Kyiv also.

10 Kropyvnytskoho, 254-6200 (near Bessarabka market) 32b Shchorsa, 220-0020 (Pecherska subway)

GOLF CENTRE Obolonska Naberezhna 20 230-9436 www.golf-center.com.ua The Golf Centre offers 36 stations, a 2-level floodlit driving range, 7-hole golf course, Golf Academy, Pro Shop and restaurant.

No membership required!

Plenty of free parking on site

Airlines

Ukraine International Airlines ticket office in Kiev 4, Lysenka Street (044) 581-50-50 www.flyUIA.com

Austrian Airlines Kyiv City Office Velyka Vasylkivska 9/2, Reservation: 8-800-3000-492 office.ukraine@austrian.com www.austrian.com More than 60 flights per week from 6 biggest cities in Ukraine to the whole World!

Aerosvit Airlines 9/2, Velyka Vasylkivska str.

(044) 490-3490 0 800 509 800 (free for stationary phones); 799 (free for Kyivstar GSM, Life:), Beeline, MTC mobile operators)

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Education Delta Air Lines General Sales Agent SIA "ContinAt" Chervonoarmiyska 9/2, #17 287-3595 www.delta.com Now fly Kiev-New York Non-stop

Air France-KLM Kiev, 34/33, Ivana Franka str.

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American Academy of Foreign Languages Dymytrova 16, #16 230-2608 Language school Nota Bene - Russian and Ukrainian for foreigners - Business English - German, French, Spanish, Italian (097) 400-9699 (067) 738-1691 278-8036 Volodymyrska 7, #17 notabene.school@gmail.com

Club Olympus Alla Tarasova 5 581-1234

Airports

Kyiv-Zhulyany International airport Povitroflotsky 92 242-2309/08 www.airport.kiev.ua

Beauty Salons Favorit V.I.P. Club Muzeyny 6 278-3338

British Council Teaching Centre Skovorody 4/12 490-5601 Educational Program LEGO Education Borysa Hmyri 6 Klovskiy Uzviz 8 Heroiv Stalingradu 18 383-5150, 383-5152, 577-2900 www.vynahidnyk.org Greenwich Prorizna 22-b 592-7843

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Marriage Agencies Dnipro Hotel Khreschatyk 1/2 254-6777 254-6737 reservation@dniprohotel.kiev.ua

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Hyatt Regency Kyiv Alla Tarasova 5 581-12-34 581-12-35 info.hrkyiv@hyatt.com www.kyiv.regency.hyatt.com

Marriage agency “EVE” Only serious and real ladies for serious relationship.

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Massage

Opera Hotel B. Khmelnitskoho 53 581-70-70 537-73-73 reservations@opera-hotel.com www.opera-hotel.com

Medical Centers

Cyber Gym B. Khmelnytskoho 50 465-3171 Kiev Sport Club Blvd Druzhby Narodiv 5 522-8866 Premier Palace Fitness Center Blvd T. Shevchenka 5-7/29 537-4539

Radisson BLU Hotel Yaroslaviv Val 22 Reservations: 492-2222 492-2215 info.kiev@radissonsas.com

American Medical Centers Emergency Phone: +38 (044) 490 7600 Berdychivska, 1 +38 (044) 490 7600 +38 (044) 490 7600 patientservices@amc.com.ua

Hotels

A.B.C. P. Lumumby 23/35, #13 239-1091

Boryspil International Airport 490-4777 www.boryspilairport.kiev.ua

Lybid Hotel Peremohy Square 1 +380 239 76 00 +380 236 63 36

InterContinental Velyka Zhytomyrska Str 2A 219-1919 hotel.kiev@ihg.com http://intercontinental-kiev.com

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Impressa Sagaidachnogo St. 21 +38 (044) 239 29 39

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