Russian House News

3 12, 2025

The Russian House in Brussels Honoured the Memory of the Fallen on the Day of the Unknown Soldier

2025-12-04T11:41:36+01:00December 3rd, 2025|Categories: History Club, Our Compatriots, Russian House News, Victory80|Tags: , , , , , |

Today, on 3 December, the Day of the Unknown Soldier, staff of the Russian House in Brussels laid flowers at the monument to Soviet citizens who died in Belgium, located at the Brussels Cemetery. The Day of the Unknown Soldier is a commemorative date marked annually in Russia on 3 December in honour of Russian and Soviet servicemen who fell in combat both on the territory of the country and beyond its borders. The date was established in memory of the transfer in 1966 of the remains of an unknown soldier to the Alexander Garden near the Kremlin Wall — [...]

2 12, 2025

“The Wizard of the Emerald City” was screened at the Russian House in Brussels

2025-12-02T10:26:45+01:00December 2nd, 2025|Categories: Cinema Club, Russian House News|

A bright and truly family-friendly film screening took place at the Russian House in Brussels, giving viewers of all ages an atmosphere of magic and warmth. The event brought together the youngest cinema lovers as well as their parents, grandparents, and friends — and everyone had the chance to immerse themselves in a wonderful world of adventure. The audience was presented with a new interpretation of the magical journey of Ellie and her loyal dog Totoshka, who are carried by a tornado to a mysterious land. To return home, the heroine must find the great Wizard in the Emerald City. [...]

1 12, 2025

The Geographical Dictation at the Russian House: how it went

2025-12-01T12:28:11+01:00December 1st, 2025|Categories: Contests&Olympiads, History Club, Meet Russia, Russian House News, Science|

Last Sunday, the Russian House once again became the traditional venue for the annual Geographical Dictation. This large-scale educational initiative brings together people of all ages and professions — those who love geography, travel, and discovering new lands. As always, guests were captivated by the atmosphere of the hall where the dictation took place. “Everything here inspires you to work. In a hall like this, it’s not only pleasant to think, but you also feel a special sense of ceremony,” said Viktoria, a regular participant in our events. And indeed, everything resembled both a scientific celebration and a warm [...]

1 12, 2025

New Year’s magic at the Russian House began with “Hoffmann’s Fairy Tales”

2025-12-01T11:27:43+01:00December 1st, 2025|Categories: Cinema Club, Russian House News, Russian language|

The Cinema Club of the Russian House in Brussels held a premiere screening of “Hoffmann’s Fairy Tales”, directed by Tina Barkalai. Viewers gathered to discover one of the most talked-about Russian films of 2024. The screening was accompanied by English subtitles. The film, starring Ekaterina Vilkova and Evgeny Tsyganov, generated great interest and emotional response. The story of Nadezhda Strakhova, a modest Muscovite who unexpectedly opens a new world for herself, resonated deeply with the audience. The subtle acting, the blend of realism and fairy-tale elements, and the masterful direction kept viewers emotionally engaged throughout the entire film. After the [...]

21 11, 2025

Concert of the Youth Archpastoral Choir of the Brussels-Belgian Diocese Held in Brussels

2025-11-21T14:37:37+01:00November 21st, 2025|Categories: Russian House News|Tags: , , |

On November 20, the Russian House in Brussels hosted a concert by the Youth Archpastoral Choir of the Brussels-Belgian Diocese titled “Two Wings: Spiritual and Folk”, dedicated to the celebration of the 100th anniversary of people’s diplomacy. The first part of the program featured works glorifying faith, love, and joy, including the Znamenny chant “O Heavenly King” Tone 6 (Musical Culture of Ancient Rus’), “It Is Truly Meet” by P. Dinev, “Rejoice, O Virgin Theotokos” in the chant of the Ascension Monastery, and other sacred hymns. The second part of the concert was devoted to folk music. Guests heard works [...]

20 11, 2025

Preserving the Threads of Tradition: The Ethnographic Dictation successfully held at the Russian House

2025-11-20T16:07:42+01:00November 20th, 2025|Categories: Contests&Olympiads, Library, literary blog, Literary Blogs, Meet Russia, Russian House News, Russian language, Science|

A significant event took place at the Russian House, paying tribute to the centuries-old heritage and cultural diversity of our world—the educational campaign Ethnographic Dictation (Etnografichesky Diktant). This event, designed to assess and, most importantly, raise the level of ethnocultural literacy, attracts more and more people each year who seek to delve deeper into the uniqueness of peoples and explore the treasury of traditions. The Dictation is not just a test of knowledge; it is a symbol of living interest in the great mosaic canvas woven from a multitude of cultures, languages, and customs. It is an opportunity to feel [...]

19 11, 2025

The second part of the Hermitage’s exhibition project “Ars Vivendi” was presented in Brussels: Frans Snyders and the Flemish Still Life of the 17th Century

2025-11-19T10:47:18+01:00November 19th, 2025|Categories: Exhibitions, Meet Russia, Russian House News|Tags: , , , , |

On November 18, 2025, the Russian House in Brussels hosted the continuation of a series of virtual meetings dedicated to the exhibition “ARS VIVENDI. Frans Snyders and the Flemish Still Life of the 17th Century.” Following the success of the first online tour, the State Hermitage prepared the second part of this fascinating journey into the world of 17th-century Flemish art for the Belgian audience. The program was held in Russian and French. Guests once again met with Vladislav Statkevich, who presented large-format still lifes and animalistic masterpieces by Frans Snyders, Abraham Breughel, Abraham van Diepenbeeck, and Pieter Boel. Participants [...]

18 11, 2025

A Family Celebration for the Day of National Unity: A Grand Journey Across Russia!

2025-11-18T16:02:56+01:00November 18th, 2025|Categories: Kids Club, Library, literary blog, Literary Blogs, Meet Russia, Our Compatriots, Russian House News, Russian language|

An incredibly successful family celebration dedicated to the Day of National Unity, which has been celebrated in Russia since 2005, took place at the Russian House. This event, entirely prepared by the efforts of our compatriots, became a vibrant symbol of the solidarity and richness of multinational Russian culture. The event's script, inspired by the historical events of 1612, when the People's Militia united to defend the Motherland regardless of nationality or faith, turned into a grand two-hour journey across the regions of Russia. More than 30 children of various ages, as well as their parents and educators, [...]

18 11, 2025

Literary Evening Dedicated to the Works of Sergei Yesenin

2025-11-18T11:50:27+01:00November 18th, 2025|Categories: Russian House News, Russian language|

As part of the Russian language courses, a literary evening was held in honor of one of the most prominent and well-known poets of the Silver Age — Sergei Alexandrovich Yesenin. The event brought together participants interested in Russian culture, history, and poetry.At the beginning of the evening, attendees learned about key moments of the poet’s biography: his childhood in a village in the Ryazan region, the development of his literary path, his artistic explorations, and his relationships with contemporaries. Special attention was paid to the recurring themes and images in Yesenin’s work — love for native nature, reflections on [...]

17 11, 2025

Ivan Kokorin Draws Crowds Again: A Masterclass Everyone Has Been Waiting For

2025-11-17T11:51:45+01:00November 17th, 2025|Categories: Kids Club, literary blog, Literary Blogs, Meet Russia, Russian House News, Russian language|

By popular demand from participants and admirers of expressive reading, our space hosted the second masterclass by Ivan Kokorin — a person who can not only read a text but transform even familiar lines into a small theatrical event. It might seem like just a repeated workshop, yet this time the atmosphere was even richer and the energy noticeably brighter. This time, Ivan chose to work with lines from “By the Lukomorye” — a text everyone remembers from school. But that was precisely the point: to show how familiar, seemingly worn-out words can sound fresh, deep, [...]

17 11, 2025

Sergei Bondarchuk’s Last Film Shown at the Russian House in Brussels

2025-11-17T10:37:32+01:00November 17th, 2025|Categories: Cinema Club, History Club, Russian House News, Russian language|

he Russian House in Brussels hosted a film screening dedicated to National Unity Day, presenting the audience with an adaptation of Alexander Pushkin’s historical tragedy Boris Godunov. The film, which became the final directorial work of the Soviet cinema classic Sergei Bondarchuk, continues to attract interest thanks to its grand historical scope and profound artistic interpretation of the events of the late 16th century. Before the screening, the Director of the Russian House, Vera Georgievna Bunina, delivered an informative historical introduction. She spoke in detail about the key events of the Time of Troubles, the political and social background of [...]

13 11, 2025

Literary Blog: The Role of Food in Russian Literature

2025-11-13T18:21:56+01:00November 13th, 2025|Categories: Library, literary blog, Literary Blogs, Russian House News, Russian language|

"For dinner, soup, shchi (cabbage soup), roast, and mushroom pies were served — all that Russian cuisine is famous for..." (A.S. Pushkin) Our October literary salon was dedicated to food: both spiritual and real. In other words, we discussed the reflection of the meal (or trapeza) in literary works. Russian cuisine is more than just food. It is the breath of the land, the smells of childhood, the warmth of the stove where both fairy tale heroes and characters from great novels gather. The taste of Russian literature cannot be separated from the taste of its cuisine: kasha (porridge), turnip, [...]

11 11, 2025

The Staff of the Russian House Took Part in a Wreath-Laying Ceremony at Ixelles Cemetery on Armistice Day

2025-11-11T14:59:32+01:00November 11th, 2025|Categories: History Club, Our Compatriots, Russian House News, With Russian Roots|Tags: , , , , |

On November 11, 2025, the staff of the Russian House in Brussels took part in a wreath-laying ceremony at the Ixelles Cemetery in honor of Armistice Day, a date commemorated across Europe to mark the end of World War I and to honor the memory of those who fell. This annual ceremony is a symbol of gratitude and respect for those who gave their lives in the struggle for freedom and peace in Europe. At Ixelles Cemetery, Russian and Soviet soldiers and officers are buried — they fell in Belgium during the First and Second World Wars, defending the freedom [...]

10 11, 2025

Unity Day Celebrated at the Russian House in Brussels

2025-11-10T14:46:58+01:00November 10th, 2025|Categories: Exhibitions, History Club, Russian House News|Tags: , , , , , , |

On 7 November 2025, the Russian House in Brussels hosted a festive evening dedicated to Unity Day. The event brought together representatives of the diplomatic corps, cultural figures and journalists, compatriots, and friends of Russia. The evening was opened by Denis Gonchar, Ambassador of the Russian Federation to the Kingdom of Belgium, who emphasized the significance of the holiday and the role of culture in uniting peoples. “This commemorative date, established in honor of what may seem distant events of 1612, carries an extremely important and highly relevant meaning,” the Ambassador noted. “Today, our country, part [...]

31 10, 2025

Ivan Kokorin’s Creative Evening “A Person Needs a Person” Held in Brussels

2025-10-31T10:46:44+01:00October 31st, 2025|Categories: Poushkin, Russian House News, Russian language|Tags: , , |

On October 28, the Russian House in Brussels hosted a musical and poetic program by the renowned Russian theatre, film and television actor, poet, and reader of the Moscow Philharmonic Ivan Kokorin. The evening, titled “A Person Needs a Person,” became a profound reflection on the nature of human emotions and the power of mutual understanding. At the heart of the program was the theme of human relationships — their fragility and value. Ivan Kokorin reminded the audience of the importance of cherishing closeness and keeping warmth alive so that “the flame of relationships never fades.” The evening featured works [...]

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