Holiday Issue 30 December 2011 – 19 January 2012
www.whatson-kiev.com
The Naked Truth What’s On Bares All This 2012
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5 Your suitcase Fedorovych (Yanukovych’s patronymic). Railway Station – Honduras
Who goes there? The people. Have you got accreditation?
Azarov behind bars Warden: "For you – only buckwheat!" Inset: The People’s dream Thank you citizens of Donbas!
"Whose Spa is this?" "It’s yours now, we’ve seized it!"
Inset: Choose whichever one you like!
With neither rush nor risk, we’ll take anyone off your list. There are no opponents.
Yanukovych: Honesty and decency are qualities that help trick the same electorate time and time again. Yanukovych (Indian): What happens if you breed a member of the Party of the Regions with a pig? Nothing. There are some things a pig would never do!
ell appiness” ng the letters S, S 66th Session of the UN General Assembly Inset: The UN was taking its meeting with Yanukovych very seriously
I studied English! Well then, say “Hi”! GHBDTN "We've had enough of this democratic crap. Let’s follow Fidel’s example."
The Prosecutor’s Office, The National Bank, The Police, The Court, Ukraine
ch: on’t the Court!”
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Hand-crafted Jewelry. The Prefect New Year Gift for Someone You Love!
Jewelry Design Studio Hararuk Visit by appointment 044 3325840
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Live Music
December – January 2012
The Cold Beauty Santa’s Coming All the of Music Bridge Cold Art (indie rock), Way from Bangladesh Art Divan (Besarabska 2) Realicious
X Factor Concert (pop), October Palace (Instytutska 1)
14 January at 19.00
Not unlike an epidemic, talent shows have caught hold of Ukraine and are not letting go! Growing exponentially, X Factor has been running for just two years but is already one of the better of the bunch. Putting together a live performance on one of the best stages in the city, your favourite competitors from the current season as well as the one previous will be belting out ballads left, right and centre. Admission is 120 – 950hrv. For more information call 279-1582.
Bangladesh Orchestra (pop-rock), Divan (Besarabska 2)
31 December at 22.00
If you’re one of the many stuck in Kyiv for New Year, you should know the main dish of the eve is the famed Oliver Salad. It is so popular, in fact, Divan has dedicated their NY party to it. When the Bangladesh Orchestra found out they were going to be the musical component of this party, they renamed their style from pop-rock to Oliver-rock and agreed to play all night long. Considered one of the most professional and experienced bands in Kyiv, salad and songs are promised until the sun comes up. Admission is 888hrv. For more information call 235-7366.
Take it Easy with Sunsay A Different Kind of New Year Rock Star New Year 2012 (rock, metal), Bingo Club (Pr Peremohy 112),
31 December at 21.00
Ever think about celebrating the New Year a little differently? If you’re tired of the midnight champagne pop, the televised wishes for a prosperous year ahead from our dear president or those overpriced glam parties, then head to Bingo! Rock and metal bands Y-Axis, Marlyn Monroe, Stoned Jesus, Sun Eclipse, Inferno, Inside, Galyak and Semargl will get you going early on while DJ HoloGhost and his sexy PJs will keep you on your feet until the wee hours of 2012. Organisers are also promising a special guest star. Wonder who it is… Tickets are 160hrv. For more information call 424-2555.
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Sunsay (fusion, funk, reggae), Art Club 44 (Khreshchatyk 44b)
5 January at 22.00
Sunsay, aka Andriy Zaporozets, has decided to stay in Ukraine over the winter holidays as there is plenty-ostuff for him to get busy with here. One of the things on his To Do list is a postNew Year concert in 44. To help his fans ease their way into 2012, this former 5’Nizza songbird is getting in front of the mic with songs from his newest album, Legko (Easy). Admission is 100hrv. For more information call 279-4137.
7 January at 20.00
On the eve of Orthodox Christmas, Art Bridge Cold Art will bring together the creative youth of Kyiv treating those in the seats to some good indie rock by Megapolis Witches and The Rabbit In The Hat. You might be wondering where the art comes in this evening, and we wouldn’t blame you. Setting up a station to create your own masterpieces, the connection is kind of a shot in the dark. Nevertheless, organisers do promise a good time. What more can you ask? Admission is free. For more information call 235-7366.
Happy New Year from Dilya
Eduard Dilya and Astarta (ethno), Art Club 44 (Khreshchatyk 44b)
12 January at 22.00
When Eduard Dilya first came into contact with the Astarta band, he knew immediately they would be able to throw together some good sounds. While it took them a short while to find the time, they have churned out an incredible programme of ethno just in time for the New Year. Themed for the holidays, the group has spiced up a number of traditional Ukrainian carols, as well as a few songs you’ve never heard before. Admission is 50hrv. For more information call 279-4137.
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December – January 2012 Planet Parade – DJ Rocket, DJ Ruinov, DJ Huligan, Arena Show Girls, MC Lapot Time: 21.00 Admission: 350 – 1600hrv Arena (Baseina 2a) 093-947-7476
A Healthy Spirit in a Healthy Body
Workout Party, Party Room (V Vasylkivska 5/3)
2 January 22.00
Dubstep Adoration
Tagil Dubstep, Status Party Bar (Pobedy 3)
13 January 23.00
All freakish fans of dubstep will be getting together on 13 January to dance to the tunes of Russia’s DJ Tim Ismag. DJing, producing and planning all manner of parties in St Petersburg, he’s referred to as the king of this musical variety. If that’s not enough to convince you, check out the more than 20 CDs this guy’s put out. He’s joined tonight with Mechanical Pressure from Ukraine to beat up the dance floor with a little drum’n’bass, techno and break beat, as well as DJs DiU DaBass, Mayak, Antira and Bodya Shevchuk. All of whom will quickly turn you into an adoring admirer of dubstep. Admission is 60hrv. For more information call 496-1590.
There’s no question, New Year celebrations are bad for your liver and for your stomach. Should your poor body require a little recovery time, then this party is definitely for you. DJ Anastasia wants to help you begin the year by making you sweat! Clubs can be just as effective as gyms when it comes to cardio, and this evening is going to be no exception. Professional body builders and sexy dancers will be on the floor in the hopes they assist you in all of your physical goals. Don’t put it off, start now! Admission is 50hrv for the ladies and 100hrv for the gents. For more information call 050-187-6003.
Exploding Creativity
New Year Party Places
Vasya Oblomov (Russia, pop-rock), Crystal Hall (Dniprovskiy Spusk 1)
New Year: Snegurochkas Ready – DJ Sender, DJ Pink Cream, DJ Samanto Time: 21.00 Admission: 200 – 1000hrv Vodka Bar (Globus-2nd line, Maidan Nezalezhnosti) 371-1102
20 January 19.00
This guy has definitely got hold of the internet music world and given it a shake. Hailing from Russia, he is both strange and funny, which is probably one of the reasons he’s had so many hits on the videos he’s posted. Linking music and politics, his songs Who Wants To Be A Policeman? and Where The Motherland Begins keep people coming back for more. But they are nothing compared to Going To Magadan which will soon be found on a certain movie soundtrack. So turn the computer off and come see the real thing. He’ll have you in stiches. Admission is 150hrv. For more information call 288-5069.
Top of the World – Sam Obernik, Aura, GoDoPaTa, D’Lux PJs Time: 21.00 Admission: call and check D’Lux (Hrushevskoho 3) 200-9009
New Year Eve 2012 – Lilu, Orbis Band, Vlad Krivonogov (illusionist) Time: 21.00 Admission: 2800 – 3600hrv Freedom Concert Hall (Frunze 134) 468-3232 New Year 2012 – DJ Kon, DJ Joseph, DJ Suhar, DJ Spieler, African Crew Time: 22.00 Admission: 200 – 400hrv Saxon (Trutenko 4) 257-4070 Rio Fiesta Time: 21.00 Admission: 750hrv Fiesta (Horkoho 115d) 050-462-1477 New Year 2012 in 3D – DJ Neo, DJ Robot, DJ Nick Lorenz, David DJ, DJ Dirus Time: 22.00 Admission: 150hrv Prime (Nauki 8) 524-2209 Shokolad – Ilya Ilynskiy, Alina Tsiban, DJ Bodrov, Dj Vova Black’s Time: 22.00 Admission: 850hrv Shokolad (Saksahanskoho 8) 289-0194 New Year Party – MC Iris, MC Black Bodya, DJ Indigo, DJ Shummi Time: 22.00 Admission: call and check Egoist (Horlovskaya 124/140) 223-3633 Carnival Dragon Jetset – Jedset & U-Ness, Airport, Serge & Proshe Time: 22.00 Admission: 500hrv Mantra (V Vasylkivska 5) 050-336-2848
Synergy from the Underground Good Hash Production, Xlib (Frunze 12)
21 January 19.00
New Year’s Blizzard
Snowstorm Party, Crystal Hall (Dniprovskiy Spusk 1)
1 January 00.30
Snow or no snow for the holidays, the North Pole is coming to Crystal Hall! As a refuge for all wintery creatures big and small, keep warm with a few glasses of free champagne (from 00.30 – 01.30) and then go dancing with the best Ukrainian DJs. Milkis (SPB), Speedy, Alex Pride and Playmodel have decorated a beautiful tree, and what New Year holiday is complete without Santa and his reindeer? He’s apparently bringing a few Eskimos to the party too, so you know it’s going to be a good one and then some! Especially as the best Snegurochkas in town will be making an appearance. Hungover? Assuage your wounds with a few hairs of the dog, and get on down to the Pole. Admission is 300hrv. For more information call 288-5069.
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New Year 2012 – DJ Mays, DJ Spartaque, DJ Marika Rossa, DJ Alexandr Galicky, DJ Lady, DJ Mukhvik, MC Medison Time: 22.00 Admission: L-170hrv, G-200hrv Forsage (Harmatna 51a) 232-6780
Underground stars from Moscow are headed to Kyiv in the hopes that they might impress the capital’s nightlife enthusiasts. Aren’t familiar with the talent in Russia? Let us enlighten you. Zheltaya Vetka (Yellow Branch) was set up seven years ago as an amateur project. Mingling rappers of all backgrounds, they wrote tracks in their bedrooms before releasing a debut album that stirred everyone who heard it. Their fellow hip-hoppers, Polymyahkiye (Half Soft), got through the tough times only to have their spark recently kindled. Throwing a light on the music of the Moscow underground, expect a good production (we can’t vouch for the hash) all round. Admission is 80 – 100hrv. For more information call 417-3233.
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Baroness Tetyana Shteingale making a welcomed appearance
Event host Dmytro Oskin wiht his young helper Anna
Ukrainian Politician Lyudmyla Suprun smiling away
Yuliya Madyar of Novie Lyudi Magazine and Renaissance founder Irena Trots
“King� Oleksiy Vertynskiy welcoming one and all
In Search of a Prince
HONCHAR MUSEUM The Renaissance Production Centre invited children young and old out on 10 December for the first ever Ball of Princes. Beautiful dresses mingled with dinner jackets and everyone acted like true aristocrats waltzing around the floor. There was even a king and queen in attendance bestowing their blessings and wishing everyone their own happily ever after. A prince looking for his Cinderella
Taking a turn on the dance floor
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Arriving in style
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Entertaining The Offspring
An enamoured cast and crew
FILM UA Although the Chamber has established a tradition of taking members and their families out to the movies, they changed the scenario just a little bit on 17 December and invited everyone out to a film studio where they actually make the movies! Professional filmmakers talked about their job and pulled back the curtains on the whole process. Everyone felt like a star on set, which was made even sweeter with the arrival of Santa!
Getting into a set
Artist Oleh Tistol talks about the landscapes
Art critic Mariya Khrushchak and Director of the Russian Art Museum Yuriy Vakulenko
Landscape of the 21st Century
Project curator Oleh Mazin with a rather serious artist Anatoliy Kryvolap
Art dealer Ihor Abramovich in search of new clients
EBA and the Kids
KINOPALATS Not unlike other groups in the city, the EBA conducted a charitable two-day event on 10 and 11 December taking more than 700 children on a trip through a fairytale. Cartoon characters and teachers from ABCÂ and Vynahidnyk schools assisted the youngsters in creating their own Christmas decorations, playing robot football, building models and lots of face-painting. No Christmas party is ever complete without a visit from the big guy, who sent everyone on a treasure hunt in search of gifts he dropped on his way!
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Robert Quispe of AMC having a go at robot football
ONTOARTE GALERIA The world is in a constant state of flux, and the landscapes captivating us just a few years ago are already quite different from those we know today. Trying to catch up with time, Anatoliy Kryvolap, Oleh Tistol and Antonio Menegetti used the artistic tools before them to depict the landscapes of the 21st century. Attracting the attention of many philosophic spectators, their exhibition opened on 21 December. The opportunity to witness this everchanging world is yours as well, but only until the end of January.
The Year of the Dragon doesn’t seem so scary anymore!
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Competitions Winner
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ANOTHER WINNER! We are pleased to announce The Behera Family as the winners of our What’s On: Read All Over the World competition for November! Having sent us these great photos from Notre Dame de Paris, Chateau de Versailles and Mount Titlis (Switzerland), it was little Piyush on the steps of the Sacre Coeur that sinched it for them! The are now the much deserving owners of two FREE return flights to any destination served by Ukraine International Airlines! There will be another winner coming soon so keep those photos coming! It could be you!
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