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14 07, 2024

In Brussels, a Festive Evening Dedicated to the Day of Family, Love, and Fidelity Took Place

2024-07-16T12:24:26+02:00July 14th, 2024|Categories: Exhibitions, Meet Russia, Russian House News|Tags: , , |

On July 11, a festive evening dedicated to the Day of Family, Love, and Fidelity, which is celebrated in Russia on July 8, was held at the Russian House in Brussels. The event was organized as part of the Year of the Family, announced for 2024. This significant day is dedicated to the memory of Saints Peter and Fevronia, who are revered as patrons of family and marriage. The evening began with a solemn award ceremony where married couples were presented with commemorative medals "For Love and Fidelity" in honor of their long and strong life together, based on love [...]

9 07, 2024

Russian Education Explained: the Law Institute of RUDN University

2024-07-09T19:33:42+02:00July 9th, 2024|Categories: Education in Russia, Meet Russia, Russian House News|Tags: , , , , |

On 28 June the Law Institute of Peoples' Friendship University of Russia (RUDN) together with the Russian Centre for Science and Culture (Russian House) in Brussels held an online videoconference with the presentation of educational programmes and admission rules. The speakers at the meeting were: Dr Freddy Agonoud, Associate Professor of the Department of Public Policy and History of State and Law at the RUDN Law Institute. 2. Tatiana Hachimi, Belgian journalist, PhD student of the Department of Public Policy and History of State and Law of the RUDN Law Institute. 3. Asiyat Ibragimova, specialist in international activities at RUDN [...]

2 07, 2024

Kid’s Club: “Fun Lessons”

2024-07-02T15:14:18+02:00July 2nd, 2024|Categories: Kids Club, literary blog, Literary Blogs, Russian House News, Russian language, Study Russian|

On June 8, a children's party was held at the Russian House. The little ones came to their first fun lesson. The teacher was not strict at all but very cheerful, Catherine. Katya held classes for the little ones who do not know how to read yet. They were in for an exciting introduction to the letters. Catherine had prepared many interesting games to attract the attention of the young students. – Kids, today we will become friends with the letters! – Katya announced with a smile. The children looked at the bright pictures with interest, repeated the sounds [...]

1 07, 2024

Children’s Club: “Young Talent”

2024-07-01T14:14:18+02:00July 1st, 2024|Categories: Kids Club, literary blog, Literary Blogs, Russian House News|

On June 8, a solo concert by the young talented pianist Alexandra Long took place in the concert hall of the Russian House. The girl has been in love with music since childhood. As an infant, she loved to play with bells. There were seven of them, and each had a different sound. By eight months old, she could unmistakably recognize which bell was ringing. At the age of four, Sasha began to try her hand at the piano, and her mother had no choice but to invite a teacher for her. In addition to music, Alexandra loved [...]

1 07, 2024

Pushkin’s Anniversary in Brussels: How the Russian House Celebrated the Great Poet’s 225th Birthday

2024-07-01T09:39:44+02:00July 1st, 2024|Categories: History & Memory, Meet Russia, Poushkin, Russian House News|Tags: |

This spring, a grand celebration of Alexander Sergeyevich Pushkin's anniversary took place at the Russian House in Brussels. In honor of the great poet's 225th birthday, a variety of events were held, each offering unforgettable experiences to the guests. The festivities began with a family event titled "The Pushkin Family in Russia and Belgium," where guests learned about the Pushkin family's history and their legacy in Belgium. One of the main exhibitions was "Pushkin and Moscow," showcasing unique exhibits related to the poet's life and work in the Russian capital. Film enthusiasts gathered for the exclusive Belgian premiere of the "Eugene [...]

27 06, 2024

Online Tour of the Russian Museum “Russian Avant-Garde”

2024-06-27T16:37:33+02:00June 27th, 2024|Categories: Exhibitions, Meet Russia, Russian House News|Tags: , , , , |

On June 25, the virtual platform of the Russian House in Brussels hosted an online tour of the largest museum of Russian fine arts, dedicated to the Russian avant-garde, the most vivid chapter in the history of Russian art. The tour was conducted by Valentina Gorlova, head of the excursion and lecture department of the Russian Museum. Viewers got acquainted with the works of the founders of the Russian avant-garde: Mikhail Larionov, Natalia Goncharova, Wassily Kandinsky, Kazimir Malevich, Vladimir Tatlin, Alexander Rodchenko, Alexandra Exter, Lyubov Popova, Nathan Altman, Nikolai Punin, and others. Panoramic shooting technologies allowed viewers to be in [...]

27 06, 2024

The exhibition of compatriots “Slavic Kaleidoscope” concluded its run in Brussels

2024-06-27T10:43:49+02:00June 27th, 2024|Categories: Exhibitions, Poushkin, Russian House News|Tags: , , |

From May 22 to June 25, 2024, the art exhibition "Slavic Kaleidoscope" took place with great success at the Russian House in Brussels. The exhibition was dedicated to the Day of Slavic Writing and Culture, as well as the 225th anniversary of the great Russian poet Alexander Sergeyevich Pushkin. "Slavic Kaleidoscope" continued the cycle of exhibitions "Artistic Kaleidoscope" and presented works by our compatriots, including photographs, paintings, graphics, and applied arts. Inspired by Slavic folklore, monuments of Russian and Slavic literature, as well as the works of A.S. Pushkin, the participants of the exhibition demonstrated the beauty and diversity of [...]

20 06, 2024

In Brussels, an exhibition “Pushkin and Moscow” opened on the 225th anniversary of the great Russian poet

2024-06-24T09:28:45+02:00June 20th, 2024|Categories: Exhibitions, Poushkin, Russian language|Tags: , , |

On June 19, the "Pushkin and Moscow" exhibition, organized by the State Museum of A.S. Pushkin from Moscow, opened at the Russian House in Brussels. The event, dedicated to the 225th anniversary of the birth of the great Russian poet Alexander Sergeyevich Pushkin, gathered a large number of visitors, including both Belgians interested in Russian culture and compatriots living abroad. The exhibition features a unique collection that allows guests to delve deeper into the life and work of Pushkin, as well as the cultural atmosphere of Moscow in his time. Vera Bunina, the director of the Russian House in Brussels, [...]

20 06, 2024

Premiere of the movie “Onegin” at the Russian House in Brussels

2024-06-20T11:22:47+02:00June 20th, 2024|Categories: Cinema Club, Russian House News, Russian language|

On June 19, 2024, the long-awaited premiere of the feature film "Onegin", directed by Sarik Andreasyan and released in March 2024, took place at the Russian House in Brussels. This event was dedicated to the 225th anniversary of the birth of the great Russian writer Alexander Pushkin and gathered admirers of Russian culture and cinema. "Onegin" impressed viewers with its visual richness, deep psychological exploration, and accurate recreation of the atmosphere of Pushkin's era. The actors, who conveyed the complexity and contradictions of the characters, must make special mention of the outstanding performances. After the screening, a lively discussion ensued. [...]

18 06, 2024

Festive Evening for Russia Day “Eternal Music, Young Music” held at the Russian House in Brussels

2024-06-18T15:19:06+02:00June 18th, 2024|Categories: Meet Russia, Russian House News|Tags: , , |

On June 13, soloists from the St. Petersburg Music House, led by People's Artist of Russia, Professor Sergey Roldugin, performed with great success at the Russian House in Brussels as part of the "Embassy of Mastery" project. The program featured young talented soloists, laureates of international competitions: Grigory Filipchenko (cello), Anastasia Klyuchereva (piano), and Azalia Nogmanova (flute). This musical evening became a bright event, allowing the audience to enjoy the magnificent performance of masterpieces of Russian classical music. The talented young performers demonstrated the highest level of skill and inspiration, creating an unforgettable atmosphere in the Russian House. The special [...]

18 06, 2024

By the Wish of the Fairy Fish, by my own will…

2024-06-18T12:54:44+02:00June 18th, 2024|Categories: Cinema Club, Kids Club, Library, literary blog, Literary Blogs, Meet Russia, Russian House News|

On Saturday, June 15th, the season of the Children's Club was closed with a screening of the fairy tale film " Wish of the Fairy Fish." The film " Wish of the Fairy Fish " is an exciting movie that tells the story of the unusual and magical events in the life of the main character, Emelya. The plot is based on a well-known Russian folk tale, but the director's vision and modern technology have made it brighter and more captivating. Despite his age, Emelya remains a child at heart, leading him to the events that helped him not [...]

13 06, 2024

225 Years of Pushkin: Illustrations for “The Tale of Tsar Saltan” on Fabric Panels

2024-06-13T14:09:11+02:00June 13th, 2024|Categories: Exhibitions, Library, Meet Russia, Poushkin, Russian House News|Tags: , |

Natalya Maraeva created a stunning series of 12 fabric patchwork panels dedicated to Alexander Pushkin's "The Tale of Tsar Saltan." These unique works of art were made in honor of the 225th anniversary of the great poet and were exhibited at the "Slavic Kaleidoscope" exhibition at the Russian House in Brussels. The talented artist used fabric patches to create colorful illustrations that convey the magic and atmosphere of the famous fairy tale. Visitors to the Russian House are keenly examining the details of the panels, marveling at Natalya's craftsmanship and the intricacy of her work. Each piece of fabric is [...]

13 06, 2024

A mural was created for the Russian House in Brussels for Pushkin’s 225th Anniversary

2024-06-13T12:00:19+02:00June 13th, 2024|Categories: History & Memory, Library, Meet Russia, Poushkin, Russian House News|Tags: , , |

To commemorate the 225th anniversary of the great Russian poet Alexander Sergeyevich Pushkin, artist Anna Burkovskaya created a vibrant and impressive mural on the facade of the Russian House in Brussels. Anna decided to embody symbols of Russian culture and history in the mural. At the center of the composition is Pushkin himself, whose work is an integral part of world literature. Next to the poet in the mural are the majestic St. Isaac's Cathedral and the colorful St. Basil's Cathedral. These architectural masterpieces symbolize the cities where Pushkin was born and lived—Moscow and St. Petersburg, respectively. The process of [...]

10 06, 2024

Festive Evening “Pushkin and Glinka: Two Geniuses – One Era” Held in Brussels

2024-06-11T15:50:46+02:00June 10th, 2024|Categories: History & Memory, Poushkin, Russian House News, Russian language|Tags: , , , |

To commemorate the 225th anniversary of A.S. Pushkin and the 220th anniversary of M.I. Glinka, as well as the International Day of the Russian Language. June 2024 was a significant month for global and Russian culture. In this month, two outstanding figures were born, five years apart, whose works became the foundation of Russian literature and music, based on national traditions of folklore, history, and the character of the Russian people: Mikhail Ivanovich Glinka and Alexander Sergeyevich Pushkin. This year marks their anniversaries – 220 and 225 years since their births, respectively. As part of the "Pushkin" year, the main [...]

10 06, 2024

Laying flowers at the Pushkin monument located in Pushkin Square in the Laeken district.

2024-06-10T12:53:17+02:00June 10th, 2024|Categories: Meet Russia, Poushkin, Russian House News|Tags: , , , , |

In Brussels, the staff of the Russian House celebrated the 225th anniversary of the birth of the great Russian poet Alexander Sergeyevich Pushkin. To mark this significant date, they laid flowers at the Pushkin monument located in Pushkin Square in the Laeken district. The event highlighted the poet's enduring significance and influence on world literature. After the flower-laying ceremony, the staff of the Russian House congratulated the direct descendants of Pushkin, who live in Brussels, on the anniversary. During this meeting, warm words were spoken about the poet's contribution to culture and his legacy, which continues to live in the hearts [...]

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