Russian House News

5 12, 2024

An evening dedicated to Chingiz Aitmatov was held at the Russian House in Brussels

2024-12-05T09:52:50+01:00December 5th, 2024|Categories: Cinema Club, Literary Blogs, Russian House News, Russian language|

On December 3, 2024, the Russian House in Brussels hosted an evening dedicated to the 96th anniversary of the birth of the outstanding Soviet and Kyrgyz writer and diplomat Chingiz Aitmatov. The event was attended by the Russian Ambassador to Belgium, A. A. Tokovinin, the Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan, A. E. Erkin, and the heads of diplomatic missions of the CIS countries. Chingiz Aitmatov is the only diplomat in world history to have served as the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of three states: the last ambassador of the USSR and the first ambassador of the Russian Federation to Luxembourg, as well [...]

2 12, 2024

Musical Walks Through the Hermitage: An Evening of Art, History, and Inspiration

2024-12-02T12:20:33+01:00December 2nd, 2024|Categories: Exhibitions, History & Memory, Russian House News|Tags: , , , |

On the 260th Anniversary of the Hermitage (Saint Petersburg) On November 28, 2024, Brussels hosted a unique evening dedicated to the 260th anniversary of the State Hermitage Museum. Organized by the Russian House, the event offered attendees a musical journey to the heart of one of the world's greatest museums, led by Maestro Andrei Chevtchouk. The Hermitage is not merely a museum but a true repository of global cultural heritage, where centuries of history come alive under its majestic arches. That evening, Maestro Shevchuk not only guided guests through the world of music but also shared stories about the unmatched [...]

29 11, 2024

Premiere Screening of the Film “A Russian Youth” at the Russian House Cinema Club in Brussels

2024-12-02T10:47:47+01:00November 29th, 2024|Categories: Cinema Club, History & Memory, Russian House News, With Russian Roots|Tags: , , |

On November 27, the Russian House Cinema Club in Brussels hosted the premiere screening of Alexander Zolotukhin’s debut film "A Russian Youth" — a poignant motion picture that immersed viewers in the tragic events of World War I. The film tells the story of a simple Russian boy who, driven by youthful dreams of glory, heads to the frontlines. His path changes dramatically when he loses his sight in his very first battle. The protagonist remains in service in a new role — a listener, tasked with detecting enemy aircraft through massive metal funnels. Sergei Rachmaninoff’s music seamlessly weaves into [...]

27 11, 2024

Museum Day: “Karl Bryullov. Online Tour of the Russian Museum”

2024-11-27T10:58:23+01:00November 27th, 2024|Categories: Exhibitions, Russian House News|Tags: , , , |

225 Years Since the Birth of Karl Bryullov   On November 26, 2024, an extraordinary cultural event took place on the virtual platform of the Russian House in Brussels — a virtual tour of the Russian Museum dedicated to the 225th anniversary of the birth of the great Russian artist Karl Bryullov. The event, which brought together an international audience to explore masterpieces from the collection of the Russian Museum, was organized by the Russian House in Brussels. Thanks to panoramic filming technology, participants were able to virtually "walk" through the halls of the Mikhailovsky Palace, where Bryullov's works are [...]

25 11, 2024

Solemn Memorial Service in Brussels in Honor of Russian Participants of World War I

2024-12-02T10:47:47+01:00November 25th, 2024|Categories: History & Memory, History Club, Our Compatriots, Russian House News, With Russian Roots|Tags: , , |

On November 23, a solemn memorial service was held at the Saint Nicholas Cathedral in Brussels to honor Russian participants of World War I. The event was attended by the Russian Ambassador to Belgium, Alexander Avrelevich Tokovinin, descendants of the "first wave" émigrés, compatriots, and staff of the Russian House in Brussels. The ceremony was part of a series of events dedicated to commemorating Russian soldiers who fell on the fronts of the Great War. The service was conducted in an atmosphere of deep respect and gratitude toward those who gave their lives for their homeland. The event was highlighted [...]

25 11, 2024

The International Ensemble “Silk Road” Captivated Brussels with Its Virtuoso Performance

2024-11-28T12:42:41+01:00November 25th, 2024|Categories: Russian House News|Tags: , , |

On November 22, the Russian House in Brussels hosted the concert "East-West: A Musical Journey", which became a true celebration of art and cultural dialogue. The highlight of the evening was the international string ensemble Silk Road (Belgium). This unique musical group, founded just a few months ago, brought together 20 young talents from different countries around the world. Under the direction of Artistic Director and Conductor Wenqing Dan and managing director Bertrand Lavrenov, the ensemble amazed the audience with its seamless performance, like a single organism finely attuned to every musical phrase. Each member contributed to the overall harmony, [...]

22 11, 2024

Geographical dictation

2024-11-22T12:51:37+01:00November 22nd, 2024|Categories: Innovation, Meet Russia, Russian House News, Science|

The tenth anniversary Geographical Dictation took place on November 16 at the Russian Center for Science and Culture in Brussels. More than 30 people took part in it. 40 quizzes in 45 minutes - traditionally, participants solved problems dedicated to geography, related sciences and the heritage of Russia. A special feature of this year was that 90% of the tasks were compiled by participants in the “Write your own question for the Geographical Dictation” competition. Participants will be able to find out their results from December 12 on the website dictant.rgo.ru. There, until December 1 at 14:00, anyone can [...]

21 11, 2024

History Club: A Lecture by Professor Vladimir Ronin on World War I Held in Brussels

2024-12-02T10:47:48+01:00November 21st, 2024|Categories: History & Memory, History Club, Meet Russia, Russian House News|Tags: , , , , |

On November 15, the Russian House in Brussels hosted a lecture by Professor Vladimir Ronin titled “All Quiet on the Western Front, but What About the Eastern Front?”. The event, organized as part of the Historical Club, attracted an audience interested in World War I and its cultural and societal legacy. Vladimir Ronin spoke about what Russia was like during the Great War. He emphasized the importance of honoring the memory of thousands of Russian army soldiers and officers who fought across Europe and are buried in military memorials in Brussels, Liège, and Antwerp. He also detailed the ties and [...]

19 11, 2024

Children’s/Teen Club: Dance Masterclass for Kids and Teens – Improvisation and Self-Expression Through Movement

2024-11-19T12:55:58+01:00November 19th, 2024|Categories: Kids Club, Library, literary blog, Literary Blogs, Russian House News|

Recently, our Russian House hosted a Dance Mix masterclass for children and teenagers. It became a vivid example of how dance not only enhances physical coordination and the ability to express emotions but also fosters creative freedom and self-confidence. Instructor Ekaterina Varfolomeeva created an atmosphere where children learned to move with the music, relax, improvise, and not fear appearing awkward, funny, or outdated. She found words of support and encouragement for each child, and soon, words weren’t needed—music and dance did the rest. Here's how it all unfolded. Introduction: Getting to Know Each Other Through Movement As the children [...]

15 11, 2024

A commemorative ceremony was held at the war memorial in Brussels

2024-12-02T10:47:49+01:00November 15th, 2024|Categories: History & Memory, History Club, Meet Russia, Our Compatriots, Russian House News|Tags: , , |

On 11 November at 11:11 at the Ixelles Memorial in Brussels, a flower-laying ceremony was held at the graves of Russian and Belgian soldiers and officers who took part in the First World War. The event was organised with the support of the Russian House in Brussels and the Embassy of the Russian Federation in Belgium. Among the participants of the event were the Russian Ambassador to Belgium A.A. Tokovinin, Rector of the Gnesin Russian Academy of Music A.S. Ryzhinsky, Director of the Russian House V.G. Bunina, as well as descendants of Russian emigrants of the ‘first wave’, representatives of [...]

12 11, 2024

Concerts of Russian Sacred Music by the Gnessin Academy Choir were held at the Russian House in Brussels, the Church of the Nativity of Christ in Antwerp, and the Church of St. Alexander Nevsky in Rotterdam

2024-11-14T15:50:50+01:00November 12th, 2024|Categories: History & Memory, Russian House News, Sergei Rachmaninoff|Tags: , , |

On November 9, a concert of Russian sacred music took place at the Russian House in Brussels as part of an evening celebration dedicated to Unity Day and the anniversary of the Russian House in Brussels. The youth ensemble of the Gnessin Russian Academy of Music, "Altro Coro," conducted by the academy’s rector, Alexander Ryzhinsky, performed a program titled "Masterpieces of Russian Sacred Music: From Mikhail Glinka to Alfred Schnittke." The concert was also dedicated to the 150th anniversary of the birth of Elena Gnessina,  the Academy founder. The evening featured works by Mikhail Glinka, Pavel Chesnokov, Viktor Kalinnikov, Nikolai [...]

5 11, 2024

Books in Our Library: “The Lives of Remarkable People” Series.

2024-11-05T16:37:38+01:00November 5th, 2024|Categories: Books, Library, literary blog, Literary Blogs, Russian House News, Russian language|

Dear readers of our library, we continue to publish blogs about books available in our collection. Today, we’ll discuss the popular series "The Lives of Remarkable People," or simply LRP. In our library, you can find a substantial number of books from this series. This is one of the most famous and extensive series of artistic and biographical books, which began in Russia at the end of the 19th century and continues to this day. Over the years, it has undergone significant changes, yet it has always remained popular, offering readers insight into the lives of prominent figures who left [...]

1 11, 2024

“With Russian Roots: Vernissage of the Exhibition “Landscapes of Yasnaya Polyana in the World of Leo Tolstoy,” and Concert of Young Talents Held at the Russian House in Brussels

2024-11-02T17:05:49+01:00November 1st, 2024|Categories: Exhibitions, History & Memory, Russian House News, With Russian Roots|Tags: , , , , |

On October 31 in Brussels, as part of the With Russian Roots project by the Russian House, an evening was dedicated to one of Russia’s most renowned families—the Tolstoy family. Attendees included members of various branches of the Tolstoy lineage living in Europe, including descendants of the writer himself: his great-grandson Dimitry Tolstoï , president of the Friends of Leo Tolstoy Society, and great-granddaughter Sonia Tolstoï, artist (France), as well as Marina Tolstoy, former president of the Foundation for the Preservation of the Russian Heritage in the European Union, and journalist Gregory Tolstoï (Belgium). According to Russian House director V. Bunina, [...]

31 10, 2024

Russian Education Explained: the Gnessin Russian Academy of Music

2024-10-31T15:00:08+01:00October 31st, 2024|Categories: Education in Russia, Meet Russia, Russian House News|Tags: , , |

The Gnessin Russian Academy of Music held a videoconference to inform applicants from Belgium and other European countries about the study programs  and the rules for admission to study. Since its foundation in 1895, the Gnessin Academy of Music has implemented a unique educational approach created by the Gnessin family, which has grown into a well-known set of traditions. The Academy draws heavily on these traditions while at the same time striving to be at the forefront of modern trends in education. The Gnesin Russian Academy of Music is the unique and dynamic organization that brings together all three levels of [...]

29 10, 2024

Literary Salon: “Well,” said Manya, “that’s classic.” Tatiana Ustinova

2024-10-29T12:21:37+01:00October 29th, 2024|Categories: Books, Library, literary blog, Literary Blogs, Russian House News, Russian language|

"Well," said Manya, "that's classic. The wife nurtures, the husband grows. Then he grows up and exchanges his old wife for a new one."  "Fatal Gift" by T. Ustinova Dear friends, our last lit salon was dedicated to the works of Tatiana Ustinova. More precisely, we explored elements of psychotherapy in her novels. As is well known, Tatiana Ustinova is not only a detective novelist but also a television presenter. Many have watched her programs and noted her knowledgeable approach to interviews: she asks questions skillfully, avoids awkward situations, and tries not to embarrass her guests. "Only someone wholly [...]

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