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Ukrainian University Degrees Are

Worthless

4 What’s Up

We once had two students working for What’s On who were both studying English and German at Ukraine’s most prestigious university, Taras Shevchenko. One girl was a passionate learner who not only studied the

university curriculum fastidiously, but read books and watched movies in English and German. She was an excellent communica-tor in both languages. The other girl was not so: her English was poor and her German non-existant, but she was connected. Both graduated with a red diploma, the best you can get.This example makes clear just how unreliable any Ukrainian qualification is. This, of course, has a very negative impact on the futures of the students involved, who certainly would be unlikely to secure employment abroad based on a Ukrainian university de-gree.Recently we wrote one of our letters to the president on this very topic, in which we highlighted the detrimental impact a corrupt ed-ucation system has on Ukraine. When two people can emerge with the same qualification from the same university, and one knows

the subject while the other does not, employers can find it difficult to discern the difference and many people with little knowledge can end up in positions of power.And now, following a report in the Arab News, that detrimental ef-fect could be greater than we initially anticipated.Every year, hundreds of thousands of students come to study in Ukraine, mostly from Asia and the Middle East. These students pay for their university tuition, and the fees they pay are necessary for the continued existence of many state Universities.But now it is becoming clear that a number of the countries from which these students come will not recognise the diplomas with which they have graduated. This in turn means that the time and, more importantly, the money they’ve spent on their study in Ukraine has been wasted.Saudi Arabia recently withdrew its recognition of qualifications from universities in Ukraine, meaning that all Saudi students cur-rently studying here are doing so without reason. Abdullah bin Ali Al-Qhattani, General Director of the Certificate Equivalency De-partment in the Ministry of Higher Education, said: “Education delegations from the Ministry of Higher Education have arranged several visits to Ukrainian universities in the past few years to as-sess the quality of education. They reported numerous violations in the universities, who accept foreign students with very low grades, even in medical schools.”He went on to say that Saudi investigations had also revealed that many students who’d graduated with medical degrees in Ukraine had originally graduated in literature in Saudi schools. “The Minis-try of Higher Education has issued strict rules not to approve cer-tificates from any Ukrainian university. We have sent delegations to warn Saudi students not to study in Ukraine.”This step is having a huge impact on Saudi students who’ve gradu-ated here. Amira Sabbah is one who’s fallen foul of this decision by the Saudi government, having recently graduated from medical school in Ukraine. “After I returned to Saudi, the ministry refused to approve my education certificate. I am now jobless,” she told Arab News.While this is a very dramatic and direct step taken by the Saudis, students from other countries are also finding their Ukrainian de-grees worthless once they return home. And as word spreads, less and less students will even consider coming to Ukraine to study, resulting in a massive impact on university funding in Ukraine, (which is already far less than it should be).This clearly demonstrates the negative impact of corruption in this country. The future of the nation lies in the hands of the young, and if the young cannot receive a good education, then the country has no future. Unfortunately the end may come sooner rather than later if foreign students stop coming.

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Holocaust Victims Found in DnipropetrovskWhile President Yanukovych was commemorat-ing Babyn Yar victims of the Holocaust in Kyiv earlier this week, a massive tomb of innocents was found in Dnipropetrovsk. The remains were uncovered during the reconstruction of the city’s football fi eld only a half a metre down. Historians say the area on which the fi eld rests was an anti-tank ditch during World War II, where German soldiers used to execute prisoners of war as well as innocent civilians. While the exact number of bodies has yet to be released, scientists state that the majority of those found were women and children. Archaeologists are hypothesising that before the victims were shot, they were fi rst undressed and laid face down. All found remains will be removed and reburied with the appropri-ate respects paid. All of these recent fi ndings do raise a signifi cant question, however: who was it that signed off on the building of a football sta-dium over a massive burial ground in the fi rst place?

No Holds Barred, Only TeethIt’s getting dangerous to be a security guard these days. On the lookout for rowdy teenagers always getting into mischief, Ukrainian community lead-ers have become equally if not more problematic for our local defenders of the peace. Meeting late last week, the Luhansk city council was in ses-sion to discuss a proposal to move a popular food market to the outskirts of the city from its current location in the city centre. Unequivocally against the move, community activist and former may-oral candidate Mikhail Pashchuk stood up and demanded that he be heard. Asked to leave by the city council secretary Oleksandr Filipskiy, Pash-chuk dared one of the guards to try and remove him by force. The guard did just that. Or tried to. What ensued was a scuffl e that left the guard bat-tered, bruised and without a digit. It seems Pa-shchuk was so impassioned, he bit off part of his detainee’s little fi nger. It’s a tough game, but we’re thinking the guard would have got off much easi-er had he opted for truth instead of dare. You win some, you lose some. In this case it was a fi nger.

EU Bluster Over Tymoshenko Trial Means NothingEU foreign ministers met in Poland a few weeks ago, and almost all of them attacked the Tymosh-enko trial, saying it was politically motivated and that it put in serious jeopardy the signing of the association agreement between Ukraine and the EU. We wrote at the time that it was all bluster, and it turns out we were right because at the weekend, EU President Herman van Rumpuy said the EU still expected to sign the agreement by the end of the year, despite the trial.Yanukovych started some serious back-ped-alling on this issue in Yalta a couple of weeks ago after the EU foreign ministers spoke out, so this announcement from van Rumpuy could well come on the back of a behind-doors deal that will set Tymoshenko free and allow the association agreement to go ahead as planned.That, of course, is pure speculation, and we will have to wait until 11 October when it has been said the verdict will be announced. The trial is adjourned until that date, which allows all of those visitors to Khreshchatyk a huge sigh of relief as the volume has been turned down on the competing sound systems once again. Let’s hope 11 October brings an end to the whole nonsensical affair once and for all.

Argentina: The New TurkeyAs of 2 October, citizens of Ukraine will be able to travel, visa free, to beautiful Argentina. A recently implemented intergovernmental agreement al-lows citizens of both countries to enter, stay for up to 90 days, leave and transit through either country without any hassle or legal obstacle. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, they are hoping this will intensify the cultural as well as tourist relations between the two countries. As a Ukrainian citizen, all you now require is your international passport and travel documents for any accompanied children. Currently, there are nearly 300,000 Ukrainians living in this second-largest South American na-tion state, and that number may well go up with this new ruling. Israel, Montenegro, Croatia and Macedonia are a few other countries, with date re-strictions, to which Ukrainians can travel short-term but visa-free, and agreements are already in the works with travel to Serbia and Brunei. While the elimination of these burdensome restrictions may take attention away from Turkey, one of the most popular summer destinations for many Eastern Europeans, we say welcome to the 21st

century! It’s about time!

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This Week Theatre & Classical Music 7-13 October 20118

Best in the WorldBest in the WorldYuriy Bashmet and the Soloists of Moscow Orchestra Palace Ukraine (V Vasylkivska 103)10 October at 19.00Yuriy Bashmet, without any exaggeration, is the best violist the world has seen for some time, his name being synonymous with the highest level of instrumental performance. Spending his early years and taking his fi rst lessons in Lviv, he has been awarded with some highly prestigious honours such as an Award (1993), a Sonnings Musikfond (1995), a Grammy (2008) as well as a number of state medals from Italy, France, Rus-sia and Ukraine (to name a few). Bringing the beauty of classical music to the world, he and his chamber orchestra, Soloists of Moscow, are touring with resounding success. Tickets are 150 – 1500hrv. For more information call 247-2316.

7FridayMEIN KAMPF/SOCKS IN THE COFFEE-MAKERFarce in 2 actsTime: 19.00Drama & Comedy Theatre on the Dnipro (Brovarskiy Pr 25)(517-1955

THE DOVETragic-comedy in 2 acts (from the play Colombo)Time: 19.00Molody Theatre (Prorizna 17)(278-7392

NAPOLEON & THE CORSICANComedy in 2 actsTime: 19.00THE LEANING TOWER OF PISAFarce in 2 actsTime: 20.00L. Ukrainka Russian Drama Theatre (B Khmelnytskoho 5)(234-4223

8 SaturdayAN EVENING OF ORGAN MUSICFeaturing Ilkiv (trumpet), Balakhovska (organ)Works by Bach, Bellini, FrancTime: 19.30National House of Organ and Chamber Music (V Vasylkivska 77)(528-3186

PRAISING YOU, GOD!Featuring Revutsky Chapel Choir, Ivanenko (soprano)Works by Bortnyansky, SmyrnovTime: 19.00National Philharmonic of Ukraine (Volodymyrskiy Uzviz 2)(278-1697

EUGENE ONEGINLyrical scenes in 3 actsTime: 19.00National Opera Theatre of Ukraine (Volodymyrska 50)(279-1169

THE RETURN OF THE PRODIGAL FATHERPlay in 2 actsTime: 19.00Drama & Comedy Theatre on the Dnipro (Brovarskiy Prospect 25)(517-1955

NAZAR STODOLIALyrical ballad in 2 actsTime: 19.00I Franko Ukrainian Drama Theatre (Ivana Franka 3)(279-5921

UNCLE’S DREAMTragic comedy in 2 actsTime: 19.00EDITH PIAF: LIFE IN PINKPlayTime: 20.00L. Ukrainka Russian Drama Theatre (B Khmelnytskoho 5)(234-4223

WELCOME TO UKRAINE

Romantic musical in 2 actsTime: 19.00Kyiv Operetta (V Vasylkivska 53/3)(287-6257

AN EVENING OF FLAMENCO

Featuring Sedko (guitar)Time: 19.00House of Actors (Yaroslaviv Val 7)(253-8247/2081

CHOIR ARABESQUE

Featuring Kyiv Theatre of Opera & Ballet for Children & Youth Symphony Orchestra Time: 19.00Kyiv Theatre of Opera & Ballet for Children & Youth (Mezhyhirska 2)(425-4280

9SundayCOMMEMORATING SERHIY TANYEYEVFeaturing Lyatoshynsky Classical Music Ensemble, Dobronravova (soprano), Shynal (soprano), Kharchenko (viola), Solodky (tenor), Chornoshchokov (bass)Time: 19.00National Philharmonic of Ukraine (Volodymyrskiy Uzviz 2)(278-1697

GISELLE & CAVALLERIA RUSTICANA

Ballet in 2 acts, opera in 1 actTime: 19.00National Opera Theatre of Ukraine (Volodymyrska 50)(279-1169

LITTLE DEVILTragic farce in 2 actsTime: 19.00Drama & Comedy Theatre on the Dnipro (Brovarskiy Prospect 25)(517-1955

ANTHEM OF DEMOCRATIC YOUTHTragic comedy in 2 actsTime: 19.00I Franko Ukrainian Drama Theatre (Ivana Franka 3)(279-5921

A PROFITABLE PLACEComedy in 5 actsTime: 12.00ANGEL/SEXUAL NEUROSES OF OUR PARENTSPlay Time: 18.00TREES DIE STANDINGPlay in 3 actsTime: 19.00A MARRIAGE MADE IN HEAVENPages from War and PeaceTime: 20.00L Ukrainka Russian Drama Theatre (B Khmelnytskoho 5)(234-4223

BOLEROBallet in 1 act Time: 19.00National Opera Theatre of Ukraine (Volodymyrska 50)(279-1169

QUARTETPlay in 2 actsTime: 19.001001 PASSIONS/THE LITTLE THINGS IN LIFETragic comedy Time: 20.00L Ukrainka Russian Drama Theatre (B Khmelnytskoho 5)(234-4223

FIALKA MONTMARTREOperetta in 2 actsTime: 19.00Kyiv Operetta (V Vasylkivska 53/3)(287-6257

12WednesdayAN EVENING OF ORGAN AND VOCAL MUSIC Featuring Lavrenova (mezzo-soprano), Kharechko (organ)Works by Bach, Handel, Caccini, Haydn, RossiTime: 19.30National House of Organ and Chamber Music (V Vasylkivska 77)(528-3186

WIND MUSIC Featuring National Academic Wind Orchestra of Ukraine, Baasdswick (Norway, trumpet), Tymakh (flute), Vitruk (bassoon)Works by Handel, Vivaldi, Kolodub, GavrylinaTime: 19.00National Philharmonic of Ukraine (Volodymyrskiy Uzviz 2)(278-1697

CINDERELLABallet in 3 actsTime: 19.00National Opera Theatre of Ukraine (Volodymyrska 50)(279-1169

GUESTS COME AT MIDNIGHTPlay in 2 actsTime: 19.00Drama & Comedy Theatre on the Dnipro (Brovarskiy Pr 25)(517-1955

SATISFACTIONPlay in 2 acts from The Merchant of VeniceTime: 19.00Molody Theatre (Prorizna 17)(278-7392

MOMENT OF LOVEInvestigative experimentTime: 19.00Suzirya Theatre (Yaroslaviv Val 16)(212-4188

SUCH JEWISH HAPPINESSMusical in 2 actsTime: 19.00Kyiv Operetta (V Vasylkivska 53/3)(287-6257

AN EVENING OF PERSIAN MUSIC

Featuring Jaam EnsembleTime: 19.00House of Actors (Yaroslaviv Val 7)(253-8247/2081

13 ThursdayAN EVENING OF BACH

MUSIC

Featuring Balakhovska (organ)Works by BachTime: 19.30

National House of Organ and Chamber Music (V Vasylkivska 77)(528-3186

AN EVENING OF WAGNER

AND SHUBERT

Featuring Academic Symphony Orchestra of the National Philharmonic, Maslakov (baritone)Time: 19.00

National Philharmonic of Ukraine (Volodymyrskiy Uzviz 2)(278-1697

ROMEO & JULIET

Ballet in 3 actsTime: 19.00

National Opera Theatre of Ukraine (Volodymyrska 50)(279-1169

THE MARRIAGE OF FIGAROPlay in 2 actsTime: 19.00I Franko Ukrainian Drama Theatre (Ivana Franka 3)(279-5921

WHILE MOTHER’S OUTComedy in 1 actTime: 19.00Molody Theatre (Prorizna 17)(278-7392

PERFECT CHARLIEIronic melodrama for adultsTime: 19.00Suzirya Theatre (Yaroslaviv Val 16)(212-4188

BACKYARD GAMESDramaTime: 19.00THE AUDITORComedy in 5 actsTime: 19.00L Ukrainka Russian Drama Theatre (B Khmelnytskoho 5)(234-4223

MY FAIR LADYMusical in 2 actsTime: 19.00Kyiv Operetta (V Vasylkivska 53/3)(287-6257

IN KYIV ON PODILFeaturing Dzerkalo TheatreTime: 19.00House of Actors (Yaroslaviv Val 7)(253-8247/2081

IN LURID DARKNESSDrama in 1 actTime: 19.00Molody Theatre (Prorizna 17)(278-7392

AN ARRANGED MEETING WITH THE ITALIANSOperetta in 1 actTime: 19.00Kyiv Operetta (V Vasylkivska 53/3)(287-6257

10MondayAN EVENING OF CLASSICAL MUSICFeaturing Kyiv Brass EnsembleWorks by Bach, Handel, KhachaturianTime: 19.30National House of Organ and Chamber Music (V Vasylkivska 77)(528-3186

INDIAN SUMMERLyrical comedy in 2 actsTime: 19.00L Ukrainka Russian Drama Theatre (B Khmelnytskoho 5)(234-4223

11TuesdayAN EVENING OF ORGAN MUSICFeaturing Sydorenko (organ)Works by Bach, Widor, FrancTime: 19.30National House of Organ and Chamber Music (V Vasylkivska 77)(528-3186

AN EVENING OF SYMPHONIC MUSICFeaturing Dzhuryn (US, cello)Works by Brahms, Barber, BrewbakerTime: 19.00National Philharmonic of Ukraine (Volodymyrskiy Uzviz 2)(278-1697

The Father of English The Father of English Cathedral MusicCathedral MusicAn evening of music by Tomas Tallis, Master Klass Cultural Centre (Lavrska 16)7 October at 20.00The Master Klass Cultural Centre is presenting the eighth concert in their British music cycle, and as part of the Classics on Fridays series, this is your invitation to an evening of Tomas Tal-lis music. Recognised as “the Father of English Cathedral Music”, Tallis was one of the greatest European compos-ers of the sixteenth century, creat-ing a new repertoire for the Anglican Church. This particular concert will introduce the audience to a represen-tative range of music for strings and brass, keyboard works as well as a selection from his Latin and Anglican motets. Tickets are 40hrv. For more informa-tion call 594-1062.

An Eternal Story of LoveAn Eternal Story of LoveDaphnis and Chloe (modern French ballet), Molody Theatre (Prorizna 17)8 & 9 October at 19.00Daphnis and Chloe are the leading characters of an ancient Greek novel by Long who fall passionately in love with each other despite their young age. Interestingly, the story’s choreo-graphic interpretation did not appear until centuries later. Staged in Greno-ble in 1982 by Jean-Cloud Galotta, Ukraine has fi nally got its chance to see this beautiful love story live. With a minimalist scene design and no special effects, only the three heroes present-ing love, life, desire and passion will play a part.Tickets are 30 – 100hrv. For more in-formation call 278-7392.

: What's On Recommended

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We’re Ready – Finally! We’re Ready – Finally! Olympic Stadium Offi cial Opening, Olympic Stadium (S Rustaveli 39-41)8 October at 18.00With rumours fl ying about that it may not be done on time, the Olympic Sta-dium will open to one and all this week! Planning the kick off in style, Latin hot-tie Shakira has got an invite too and will be doing a 40-minute show! But that’s not all! There evening will include per-formances by Gaitana, Taisiya Povaliy, Ani Lorak as well as 2000 other theat-rical artists! It may even top Beyonce’s trip to the Donbass Arena.Tickets are 800hrv. For more informa-tion call 220-8439.

EASY DIZZY, MORE KHUANA

(COVER BANDS)Time: 22.00 Admission: 70hrvDocker Pub (Bohatyrska 25) (451-8528

HIGH SCORE(COVER BAND)Time: 21.00Admission: freeStar Pub (Popudenka 1a)(292-2900

BELOVED JAZZ(JAZZ)Time: 20.30Admission: freeJazz Do It (V Vasylkivska 76a)(289-5606

CROSS WISE, RED ROCKS(COVER BANDS)Time: 21.00Admission: freeRoute 66 (Zhylyanska 87/30)(239-3865

9Sunday SOYUZ 44(JAZZ)Time: 22.00Admission: freeArt Club 44 (Khreshchatyk 44b)(279-4137

THE WONDERBAND, THE AIRCHOPPERS,

LORELEYA, THE LOONEYTUNES(POP-ROCK)Time: 18.00Admission: 35hrvBochka Pyvna (Moskovskiy Pr 17/1)(461-8788

FOXTROT MUSIC BAND(COVER BAND)Time: 22.00 Admission: 70hrvDocker’s ABC (Khreshchatyk-Zankovetskoi 15/4) (278-1717

THE BROWN SUGAR(COVER BAND) Time: 21.00 Admission: freeDocker Pub (Bohatyrska 25) (451-8528

HOBOT&CO(COVER BAND)Time: 20.00Admission: call and checkRoute 66 (Zhylyanska 87/30)(239-3865

COSMO-MIX COVER FEST(COVER BANDS)Time: 21.00Admission: freeStar Pub (Popudenka 1a)(292-2900

10Monday

BRAZIL.A(LATINO) Time: 22.00Admission: freeArt Club 44 (Khreshchatyk 44b)(279-4137

SERHIY TABUNSHIK’S JAZZ (JAZZ)

Time: 20.00Admission: 40hrvBochka Khmilna (B Khmelnytskoho 3b)(390-6106

NIGHT BLOCK(COVER BAND)Time: 22.00 Admission: freeDocker’s ABC (Khreshchatyk-Zankovetskoi 15/4) (278-1717

DR FEEL GOOD(COVER BAND) Time: 21.30 Admission: freeDocker Pub (Bohatyrska 25) (451-8528

GOOD, BAD, EVIL(COVER BAND)Time: 21.00Admission: freeCiro’s Pomodoro (S Rustaveli 12)(221-4545

YUKYM DYM(COVER BAND)Time: 21.00Admission: freeRoute 66 (Zhylyanska 87/30)(239-3865

TRY BABY(POP-ROCK)

Time: 21.00Admission: call and checkCiro’s Pomodoro (S Rustaveli 12)(221-4545

TETYANA AREFEVA(JAZZ)Time: 20.30Admission: freeJazz Do It (V Vasylkivska 76a)(289-5606

8Saturday

ALISA (RUSSIA, ROCK)

Time: 19.00Admission: 150-420hrvNational Aviation University (Komorova 1)(408-3300

JOHN LENNON BIRTHDAY PARTY! (COVER BANDS)

Time: 22.00Admission: 50hrvArt Club 44 (Khreshchatyk 44b)(279-4137

MURENY, HOT GUYS, TRES DESEOS

(COVER BANDS)Time: 21.00Admission: 40hrvBochka Khmilna (B Khmelnytskoho 3b)(390-6106

MARIA BURMAKA(POP-ROCK)

Time: 21.00Admission: call and checkBochka Pyvna (Moskovskiy Pr 17/1)(461-8788

TRES DESEOS, HOT GUYS (COVER BANDS)Time: 21.00Admission: call and checkBochka Pyvna (Khreshchatyk 19a)(459-0551

WOR TABULA RASA, PARTYZANSKI VYTIVKY(ROCK, COVER BAND)Time: 22.00 Admission: 70hrvDocker’s ABC (Khreshchatyk-Zankovetskoi 15/4) (278-1717

7Friday

INDIANAPOLICE (COVER BAND)

Time: 22.00Admission: 50hrvArt Club 44 (Khreshchatyk 44b)(279-4137

SONLTSEKLESH, LUCKY BAND, BEEFEATERS

(COVER BANDS)Time: 21.00Admission: 50hrvBochka Khmilna (B Khmelnytskoho 3b)(390-6106

BANGLADESH ORCHESTRA (COVER BAND)Time: 21.00Admission: call and checkBochka Pyvna (Moskovskiy Pr 17/1)(461-8788

BEEFEATERS, LUCKY BAND (COVER BANDS)Time: 21.00Admission: call and checkBochka Pyvna (Khreshchatyk 19a)(459-0551

EASY DIZZY(COVER BAND)

Time: 22.00 Admission: 70hrvDocker’s ABC (Khreshchatyk-Zankovetskoi 15/4) (278-1717

MAD HEADS XL, UKRAINSKA, RED ROCKS

(POP-ROCK, COVER BAND)Time: 22.00 Admission: 70hrvDocker Pub (Bohatyrska 25) (451-8528

GOOD, BAD, EVIL(COVER BAND)Time: 21.00Admission: freeStar Pub (Popudenka 1a)(292-2900

VASYA CLUB, ANIMALS’ SESSION(COVER BANDS)Time: 21.00Admission: freeRoute 66 (Zhylyanska 87/30)(239-3865

11Tuesday

THE LAST DAY BEFORE THE HOLIDAY

(ITALY, POP-ROCK)Time: 22.00Admission: 20hrvArt Club 44 (Khreshchatyk 44b)(279-4137

FUNNY CAPLAN (ROCK)Time: 20.00Admission: 40hrvBochka Pyvna (Moskovskiy Pr 17/1)(461-8788

ANGIE NEARS(COVER BAND)Time: 22.00 Admission: 20hrvDocker’s ABC (Khreshchatyk-Zankovetskoi 15/4) (278-1717

TRES DESEOS(COVER BAND) Time: 21.30 Admission: freeDocker Pub (Bohatyrska 25) (451-8528

TROPICANA DANCE PARTY (LATINO)Time: 20.00Admission: freeStar Pub (Popudenka 1a)(292-2900

TEX-MEX CO(COVER BAND)Time: 21.00Admission: freeCiro’s Pomodoro (S Rustaveli 12)(221-4545

MORE KHUANA(COVER BAND)Time: 21.00Admission: freeRoute 66 (Zhylyanska 87/30)(239-3865

12Wednesday

DRYMBA DA DZYGA(FOLK-ROCK)

Time: 22.00Admission: call and checkArt Club 44 (Khreshchatyk 44b)(279-4137

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ALISA BAND(COVER BAND)Time: 21.00Admission: call and checkBochka Khmilna (B Khmelnytskoho 3b)(390-6106

CARTE BLANCHE(COVER BAND)Time: 21.00Admission: call and checkBochka Pyvna (Khreshchatyk 19a)(459-0551

ANIMALS’ SESSION(COVER BAND)Time: 22.00 Admission: 30hrvDocker’s ABC (Khreshchatyk-Zankovetskoi 15/4) (278-1717

THE MAGMA (COVER BAND) Time: 21.00 Admission: freeDocker Pub (Bohatyrska 25) (451-8528

MORE KHUANA (COVER BAND)Time: 20.00Admission: freeStar Pub (Popudenka 1a)(292-2900

OLEKSANDR MARCHENKO(JAZZ)Time: 20.30Admission: freeJazz Do It (V Vasylkivska 76a)(289-5606

MORE KHUANA(COVER BAND)Time: 21.00Admission: freeCiro’s Pomodoro (S Rustaveli 12)(221-4545

DYADYA VASYA (COVER BAND)Time: 21.00Admission: freeRoute 66 (Zhylyanska 87/30)(239-3865

13Thursday

GARIK SUKACHEV (POP)

Time: 19.00Admission: 300-2500hrvPalace Ukraine (V Vasylkivska 103)(247-2444

DOK (JAZZ-ROCK)Time: 22.00Admission: 40hrvArt Club 44 (Khreshchatyk 44b)(279-4137

PAMAROK, MALHOLAND, ADRENALIN, JAKE BOX

(FUNK, COVER BAND)Time: 21.00Admission: 30hrvBochka Khmilna (B Khmelnytskoho 3b)(390-6106

CARTE BLANCHE(COVER BAND)Time: 21.00Admission: call and checkBochka Pyvna (Moskovskiy Pr 17/1)(461-8788

ANGIE NEARS(COVER BAND)Time: 21.00Admission: call and checkBochka Pyvna (Khreshchatyk 19a)(459-0551

MR OCH AND HIS ROOT BOYS (COVER BAND)Time: 22.00 Admission: 30hrvDocker’s ABC (Khreshchatyk-Zankovetskoi 15/4) (278-1717

RUKY V BRYUKY(COVER BAND)Time: 21.30 Admission: freeDocker Pub (Bohatyrska 25) (451-8528

HOT GUYS(COVER BAND)Time: 21.00Admission: freeStar Pub (Popudenka 1a)(292-2900

MARMALADE(COVER BAND)

Time: 21.00Admission: freeCiro’s Pomodoro (S Rustaveli 12)(221-4545

THE BLUES BRICKS(COVER BAND)

Time: 21.00Admission: freeRoute 66 (Zhylyanska 87/30)(239-3865

: What's On Recommended

Live Music 7-13 October 2011

The Haggard Epidemic The Haggard Epidemic Haggard (Germany, symphonic metal) and Epidemia (Russia, power metal), Bingo Club (Pr Peremohy 112)13 October at 19.00Over the course of their Dark Symphony Tour 2011, Ger-many’s Haggard has added Ukraine to their circuit. Invit-ing Russia’s Epidemia to warm up the crowd, this power metal band has prepared a brand new programme just for the show. Both groups have already become legends in their home countries, and uniting them will most certainly mean an even better show than originally thought. Now it’s Ukraine’s turn to hear them live. Tickets are 200 – 350hrv. For more information call 424-2555.

An Ocean of EmotionsAn Ocean of EmotionsOkean Elzy (pop-rock), Palace Ukraine (V Vasylkivska 103)6 & 7 October at 19.00Taking a break after their Dolce Vita tour, Okean Elzy is back this October with now TWO huge shows right here in the capi-tal (the band added the concert on the 6th to accommodate huge ticket sales). Accompanied by a symphonic orchestra, OE will play all of the songs they are known and loved for, which seems to be a trend occurring with many musicians and bands as of late. With our own Ukrainian rockers taking charge, however, you’re sure to hear something you haven’t heard before! Tickets are 450 – 1250hrv. For more information call 247−2444.

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Family

PUPPET THEATREHrushevskoho 1A (metro Maidan Nezalezhnosti)(278-5808

MUNICIPAL PUPPET THEATREMytropolska 1(513-1500

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

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

ZOOPeremohy Pr. 32(241-7769www.zoo.kiev.ua

DYVOSVIT4D cinema, children’s labyrinth, attractions Marshala Malinovskoho 24/10(502-0088www.dyvosvit.ua

BUTTERFLY ULTRAMARINECinema, children’s playground, bowling, arcadeUritskoho 1A (metro Vokzalna)(206-0350www.kino-butterfly.com.ua

KOBZOV CIRCUS(239-2181Prospekt Pobedy 82www.circus-kobzov.com.ua

MYSTICAL-AQUARIUM CENTREKoshytsa 8A (metro Poznyaky)(502-1796www.aquariumfish.com.ua

NEMO DOLPHINARIUMAkademika Glushkova 9(520-5550www.nemokiev.com

KYIV PLANETARIUMChervonoarmiyska 57/3(287-7508www.planet.org.ua/about.html

AQUAPARK TERMINAL Aquapark, shopping and entertainment centreKyivska 316 in the town of Brovary(200-1450www.aquapark-terminal.com.ua

YASNOGORODSKYA OSTRICH FARMPodlesnaya 32, Yasnohorodska (30km outside of Kyiv)(782-3240www.ostrich.com.ua

HOPAK IN KYIVHopak Training Centres (332-7747 or 067-933-3244Visit http://hopak.kiev.ua/ua/

NABEG HORSEBACK RIDING CENTRE Vishgorodska 85(067-712-3384http://www.loshadi.kiev.ua/

KYIV HORSE RACE TRACKAkademika Glushkova 10(266-2223

STATE MUSEUM OF TOYSKlovskiy 8(253-5400

INTERESNIY KIEVTours in and around Kyiv in English!(491-1176 or 068-121-4458Visit www.interesniy.kiev.ua/new/tour/english

PYROHOVO OPEN AIR MUSEUMFolk architecture and lifeMarshrutka #3/156 from metro Lybydska(526-5542

MAMAEVA SLOBODAOutdoor Cossack MuseumMykhayla Dontsya 2, Otradniy region(361-9848www.mamajeva-sloboda.ua

NIVKY PARKChildren’s playground, rifle ranges, walking paths, cafesProspect Pobedy 82

KURENEVSKIY PARKPlaygrounds, attractions, cafesFrunze 134

NATIONAL BOTANICAL GARDENOpen year roundTimiryazevskaya 1

THE NUTCRACKERBallet in 2 actsTime: 13.00Kyiv Theatre of Opera & Ballet for Children & Youth(425-3116

13ThursdayTHE ADVENTURES OF PINOCCHIOMusical in 2 actsTime: 13:00Kyiv Theatre of Opera & Ballet for Children & Youth(425-3116

UPSIDE DOWN

Fairy tale-a game in 1 actTime: 11:00 & 13:00

THE CAT’S HOUSE

Musical in 2 actsTime: 12:00

Lypska Youth Theatre (253-6219

THE ADVENTURES

OF PINOCCHIO

Musical in 2 actsTime: 12:00

Kyiv Theatre of Opera & Ballet for Children & Youth(425-3116

12WednesdayPOLLYANNA

DramaTime: 12:00

Lypska Youth Theatre (253-6219

Sparrows, Hippos and Sparrows, Hippos and OthersOthersAn exhibition of works by Matviy Vaysberg, Tryptykh-Art Gallery (Desyatynna 13)From 6 OctoberDisplayed in numerous museums and pri-vate collections around the world, various auctions of status have also had pieces by Matviy Vaysberg as high-selling lots. So dis-tinguished are his works, they speak an un-questionable truth about topics for which we all struggle to find answers in daily life. Translating the ‘others’ from this next exhi-bition of his as people, the artist reveals that one of the most significant focuses for him is in fact the human being. For more information call 279-0949.

KIND HORTONMusicalTime: 12:00Lypska Youth Theatre (253-6219

SLEEPING BEAUTYBallet in 2 actsTime: 12:00Kyiv Theatre of Opera & Ballet for Children & Youth(425-3116

9SundayCHOK THE PIGLETPuppet-play for children 3+Time: 11.00OUR HAPPY KOLOBOKPuppet-play for children 3+Time: 13.00THUMBELINAPuppet-play for children 4+Time: 15.00THE RED RIDING HOODPuppet-play for children 4+Time: 17.00Kyiv Puppet Theatre(278-0566

7 FridayADVENTURES OF TOM SAWYERA boys’ tale in 2 acts for children 7+Time: 12:00Lypska Youth Theatre (253-6219

8SaturdayTHE THREE LITTLE PIGSPuppet-play for children 3+Time: 11.00EGLE THE QUEEN OF SNAKESPuppet-play for children 3+Time: 13.00MARIKA AND THE BEARPuppet-play for children 3+Time: 15.00LITTLE LONGNOSEPuppet-play for children 3+Time: 17.00Kyiv Puppet Theatre(278-0566

PAINTINGSExhibition of works by Mykhaylo DeyakMystetska Zbirka Gallery (Tereshchenkivska 13)Until 23 October(234-1427

ROMANTICISM. FEMALE LINES Exhibition of works by Anna BarsukWunjo-Art Gallery (Heroiv Stalingrada 10a)Until 21 October(228-6020

PERSONAL EXHIBITIONPaintings by Zoya OrlovaBottega Gallery (Mykhaylivska 22b)Until 18 October(279-5353

A HNYLYTSKY RETROSPECTIVEExhibition of works by Oleksandr Hnylytsky National Art Museum (Hrushevskoho 6)Until 23 October(278-7454

TOGETHER UAExhibition of photographs by Ihor Hayday

Mystetsky Arsenal (Lavrska 10-12)Until 9 October(288-5226

PART OF A WHOLEExhibition of works by Inna Khasileva Small Gallery of Mystetsky Arsenal (Lavrska 10)Until 16 October(288-5140

THE PAINTING’S DEAD Exhibition of paintings by Ukrainian contemporary artistsM17 (Antonovycha 102-104)Until 17 October(596-2030

DEPENDENTExhibition of paintings, art-objects, installations and photographs by leading artists of Ukraine Karas Gallery (Andriivsky Uzviz 22a)Until 25 October(238-6531

This Week Art 7-13 October 2011

Turtles Turtles Take on the CityTake on the CityAdventures of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, I Franko Ukrainian Drama Theatre (Ivana Franka 3)8 October at 12.00

Ready to charm you with energy, agility and jauntiness, four teenage turtles will keep your little ones enthralled this Saturday to no end! Having fought against evil villains in the mov-ies and on our television screens, they’ve got a new plan: teaching kids to steer clear of crooks and criminals. Idols to millions as far back as 1984, these little green guys are catching a new wave of popularity here on Ukrainian stages. Be there or be square dude!Tickets are 10 – 30hrv. For more informa-tion call 287-8787.

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SUPER DISCOTHEQUE OF THE 90S – SCOOTER, PUKY VERKH, DR. ALBAN, IVANUSHKY INTERNATIONAL, DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS, TANYA BULANOVA & DJ TSTVETKOFF, RUSSIAN SIZE, KRASKY, AKULA, VIRUS & SHAO? BAO!Time: 19.00Admission: 299–699hrvPalace of Sport (Sportyvna Pl 1)(246-7406

RELAX IN DELUXE STYLE – DJ MAROCCO Time: 22.00Admission: call and checkD’Lux (Hrushevskoho 3)(200-9009

SALSATEQUA Time: 21.00Admission: before 23.00-free, after L-20hrv, G-50hrvCaribbean Club (Kominternu 4)(288-1290

GIRLS NIGHT WITH MONRO – DJ MOLOTOV, MC KUPIDONTime: 22.00Admission: call and checkKalinka Malinka (Mayakovskoho 47)(515-0322

11TuesdayMIX STYLE – DJ SHTUZERTime: 22.00Admission: call and checkAura (Vyshgorodskaya 28/1)(237-7023

LADIES NIGHT – DJ MAROCCO Time: 22.00Admission: freeD’Lux (Hrushevskoho 3)(200-9009

DISCOTHEQUE OF THE 80S – DJ VELSKIYTime: 21.00Admission: freeAzure (Leontovycha 3)(234-7494

LATINO DISCOTime: 22.00Admission: L-40hrv, G-60hrvCaribbean Club (Kominternu 4)(288-1290

12WednesdayRADIO DAY – DJ SHTUZERTime: 22.00Admission: call and checkAura (Vyshgorodskaya 28/1)(237-7023

80S DISCO – DJ ROBERT, DJ KARLOS, DJ EMOTION, DJ DIMA TOLSTOY, DJ SVETKA SOKOLOVATime: 22.00Admission: call and checkPatipa (Muzeyniy 10)(253-0150

FEMALE BLISSTime: 22.00Admission: G-100hrvStolitsa (Hrushevskoho 1b)(279-0000

LADIES NIGHT – DJ MAROCCO Time: 22.00Admission: freeD’Lux (Hrushevskoho 3)(200-9009

PRIVATE PARTY – DJ YANG DEE, DJ ARTEM T, DJ MARIO

YARD, DJ WAVE, YOUNG T, KING SIZE UA, GORSKIY, MC GIGA, МС ALEX B, МС VECHER, MC GRAND, DJ ZIMBER, DJ KAYUN, DJ BRIGHT & PERFECT, DJ ZUBRITSKYTime: 22.00Admission: 170 – 250hrvChateau Mystique (Lenina 39)(093-148-2608

PROGRESSIVE ESSENTIALS – UNDERHILL, SAMOSUD, LIGHTWAVETime: 16.30Admission: 50hrvSorry Babushka (Dmytrivskaya 18/24)(486-0300

A GOOD NIGHT OUT – DJ EVA, DJ BRO, DJ SERGE PROSHE

Time: 22.00Admission: call and checkMantra (Basseina 2a)(050-336-2848

HAPPY BIRTHDAY LENIN! – EVIL TWINS, TIMOTI FAIN, QUASSATIO, DUBKRAFT, ARTEMIDZE, KOT PILLS, NOTHING 2 GAIN, D MONK, THE BEATFUCKERS PROJECT, SONS OF DESTRUCTION, FAST3R, DEFROSTERTime: 16.00Admission: 40hrvLenin Club (Mykola Hrinchenko 18)(067-327-0457

WOR HELLO PARIS – DJ FEX (FRANCE), DJ JOSS, DJ DRIVE D DJ NIGHTTime: 22.00Admission: call and checkForsage (Harmatna 51a)(232-6780

SUCKLIPS, BLACK GHOST, TYSON (LIVE PA/DJ SET WITH AMRTIN DUBKA)Time: 22.00Admission: 100hrvCrystal Hall (Dniprovskiy Spusk 1)(288-5069

UNRULY DJEDJULA – DJ ID CRASH, DJ UNDERHILL, DJ WATSON, MC ROMANTime: 22.00Admission: call and checkSaxon (Trutenko 4)(257-4070

PHILOSOPHY OF SOUND – DJ LIGHT, MC ZHENYA BUSHTime: 22.00Admission: call and checkBionica (Borshchahivska 128a)(232-7296

LIGHT NIGHT – DJ GAMES, MC NATA LUNCHTime: 22.00Admission: call and checkAura (Vyshgorodskaya 28/1)(237-7023

LOW – DJ PLASTIKK, DJ OLEGUE ZABAVA, DJ BARIS K, DJ JAZZMATETime: 22.00Admission: call and checkXlib (Frunze 12)(417-3233

LATIN AMERICAN LIVE MUSICTime: 22.00Admission: L-100hrv, G-150hrvCaribbean Club (Kominternu 4)(288-1290

RADIO AZURE PARTY – DIAMOND DJS, AZURE GO-GO DANCE GIRLSTime: 21.00Admission: call and checkAzure (Leontovycha 3)(234-7494

9SundayMUSICAL LAWLESSNESS – AURTURO RICCI, PAUL HEMMANN, TJ, ALMAZOV, WONDERLINE, LITTLE TIN, SOAD VAN, KINESTATETime: 21.00Admission: before 00.00 L-15hrv, G-20hrv, after 30hrvPrime (Nauki 8)(524-2209

BACK TO THE USSRTime: 22.00Admission: call and checkCD Bar (Pryrechnaya 11a)(229-8829

80S AND 90S DISCOTime: 22.00Admission: call and checkHome Concept Night Club (Perova 2)(558-2545

R’N’B BOOM: MANIFEST PARTY – DJ LADY, DJ MISHA MEKHANIK, DJ MUKHVIK, MC GIGATime: 22.00Admission: call and checkForsage (Harmatna 51a)(232-6780

TIME 2 NU RAVE – DJ DANY PREACHER, DJ PURPLE UNIT, DJ D SPIELER, DJ HORSY, DJ SEMENOFF, MC YUG, MC MALYSHEFFTime: 22.00Admission: call and checkSaxon (Trutenko 4)(257-4070

PIONEER GIRLS NIGHT – DJ GAMES, MC ADAMSTime: 22.00Admission: call and checkAura (Vyshgorodskaya 28/1)(237-7023

DUBSTEP IN UKRAINETime: 19.00Admission: 20hrvKyiv Daily Bar (Blvd Shevchenko 33)(050-441-6174

DISCOMANIA PARTY – DJ VELSKIYTime: 21.00Admission: freeAzure (Leontovycha 3)(234-7494

SALSATEQUA Time: 21.00Admission: before 23.00-free, after L-20hrv, G-50hrvCaribbean Club (Kominternu 4)(288-1290

LIGHT DISCO – DJ MAROCCOTime: 20.00Admission: freeD’Lux (Hrushevskoho 3)(200-9009

10MondayBEERMANIA – DJ SIZETime: 22.00Admission: call and checkAura (Vyshgorodskaya 28/1)(237-7023

MEN’S DAY!Time: 22.00Admission: L-50hrv, G-freeSorry Babushka (Dmytrivskaya 18/24)(486-0300

LATINA FIESTA PARTY – DJ STALKERA, MC ADAMA, GO-GO SHOW Time: 21.00Admission: freeAzure (Leontovycha 3)(234-7494

ISLAND OF THE AMAZONS Time: 22.00Admission: call and checkCaribbean Club (Kominternu 4)(288-1290

LADIES NIGHT – DJ VOVA BLACKS, DJ DIPOLE, DJ DREAM, DJ SERG, MC CLUBNICHKATime: 22.00Ladies only before 00.00Admission: before 00.00 L-free, after L-50hrv, G-90hrvShooters (Moskovska 22)(254-2024

13ThursdayDANCING MASTER CLASS – MC ADAMTime: 22.00Admission: call and checkAura (Vyshgorodskaya 28/1)(237-7023

LADIES NIGHT!Time: 22.00Admission: L-free, G-50hrvSorry Babushka (Dmytrivskaya 18/24)(486-0300

WELCOME TO LAS VEGASTime: 22.00Admission: call and checkVodka Bar (Globus-2nd line, Maidan Nezalezhnosti)(371-1102

LATINO DISCOTime: 22.00Admission: L-40hrv, G-60hrvCaribbean Club (Kominternu 4)(288-1290

LADIES NIGHT Time: 23.00Admission: L-free, G-100hrvAzure (Leontovycha 3)(234-7494

UNLIMITED THURSDAYS – DJ BUMER, DJ ZOITSTime: 22.00Admission: L-50hrv, G-100hrvBabyFace (Shchorsa 44)(286-0777

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RAVE ON – PERC (UK), SUHAR, WOO YORK, SMAILOV,

D SPIELER, LUMITECCTime: 22.00Admission: before 23.30 L-20hrv, G-30hrv, after L-40hrv, G-50hrvSaxon (Trutenko 4)(257-4070

PROGRESSIVE TUNES PROJECT – DJ CHIEF MC, DJ ANDRIY BALKONSKIY, DJ IVAN IONOV, DJ UNDERHILL, DJ SAYLEX, MC ROMAN, MC MALYSHEFTime: 22.00Admission: call and checkForsage (Harmatna 51a)(232-6780

DESIGN PARTY 2 – DJ MARIO YARD, DJ DANIEL KOFF,

DJ MANKOVSKY, DJ NOBRAIN, MC ALEX B, KING SIZE UATime: 22.00Admission: 50hrvChateau Mystique (Lenina 39)(093-148-2608

SO MUCH MORE – ANDRIY KISHE

Time: 22.00Admission: call and checkBionica (Borshchahivska 128a)(232-7296

LOVE NIGHT – DJ GAMES, MC NATA LUNCHTime: 22.00Admission: call and checkAura (Vyshgorodskaya 28/1)(237-7023

FIZKULTURA17 – STEPKILLAH, STINGER, KATWON, ZARIN, SHK, MISS SUE, HEMP SHARKTime: 22.00Admission: 60hrvCinema Club (Entusiastiv 1)(555-5854

DRUNKEN FRIDAYTime: 22.00Admission: 100hrvBabyFace (Shchorsa 44)(286-0777

LATIN AMERICAN LIVE MUSICTime: 22.00Admission: L-100hrv, G-150hrvCaribbean Club (Kominternu 4)(288-1290

PARTY IN BED – DIAMOND DJS, AZURE SHOW GIRLS, Time: 20.00Admission: L-free, G-150hrvAzure (Leontovycha 3)(234-7494

8Saturday

KISS FM’S 9TH BIRTHDAY PARTY – LANG, MARK ETESON,

SUSANNA, W&W, JOSH GALLAHAN, OMNIA, IRATime: 20.00Admission: standard-199hrv, VIP-399hrvInternational Exhibition Centre (Brovarsky Pr 15)(201-1156/61

Darkness Covers KyivDarkness Covers KyivDope DOD (NL, rap), Arena (Baseina 2a)8 October at 22.00The rap trio Dope DOD has not been a trio for that long. The time they have been together, however, which is only a short couple of years, has been spent productively in the lab turn-ing out tunes the likes of which anyone into paranoid thrash is going to enjoy. Groningen is where Dopey Rotten, Jay Reaper, and Skits Vicious came together, and stages around the world are where they are headed. There’s one in Kyiv that’s got their names on it this October. For tickets or more information call 093-947-7476.

Nightlife 7-13 October 2011

It’s Like an Oven in HereIt’s Like an Oven in HereConvextion (US, techno, electro), Xlib (Frunze 12)7 October at 22.00Xlib has activated a monthly gathering called Addicted, and to mark the big event they have invited Convextion aka Gerard Hanson to play live. This is a huge event not simply because we’ve got the talented Mr Hanson to kick off its undertaking, but because the iconic DJ is rarely seen outside of his home country. Living in Texas is what draws out his individualism, and working with just a few labels, keeps him highly sought after.Tickets are 80hrv. For more information call 417-3233.

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They’ll Have You They’ll Have You JumpingJumpingSaltimbanco by Cirque du Soleil, Palace Sport (Sportyvna Pl 1)27 October – 4 December at 19.00Saltimbanco, roughly translat-ed from Italian as ‘to jump on a bench’, is the Cirque du Soleil’s oldest show. Thrilling 12 million people throughout 200 countries, they are bringing this celebration of life to Kyiv at last, where their 51-membered troupe which in-cludes multiple musicians, sing-ers, acrobats and characters of all shapes and size are going to wow absolutely everyone! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to be a part of one of the world’s best per-forming groups. Tickets are 290 – 2000hrv. For more information call 246-7406.

Shadows from Shadows from SwedenSwedenDark Tranquility (Sweden, alternative, melodic death metal), Bingo Club (Pr Peremohy 112)6 December at 20.00Whether because of their geo-graphical location or innate Nor-dic character, the Swedes have always had an affinity to dark

and gloomy music. Playing true-to-form heavy death metal, Dark Tranquility is one of the longest-standing bands from the origi-nal Gothenburg metal scene. Founded in 1989, their nine al-bums have long kept them on the world circuit, which will in-clude Kyiv this December. Admission TBA. For more infor-mation call 424-2555.

Careful: Extremely Careful: Extremely FlamableFlamableIn Flames (Sweden, melodic metal), National Aviation University (Komorova 1)30 October at 19.00While three million copies of sold albums over a twenty year period may seem insignificant, this is the world of heavy metal, where these kinds of stats are not the reality for all groups. Coming to Kyiv for the second time with their tenth studio al-bum, this Swedish group is a rocking good time and are sure to receive a warm welcome from their numerous Ukrainian fans. All that’s left for you to do is buy your In Flames t-shirt from al-ternative shops around the city and then get your ticket. Tickets are 290 – 390hrv. For more information call 408-3300.

Synthpop PioneerSynthpop PioneerJean Michel Jarre (France, ambient, synthpop, electronic), Palace Sport (Sportyvna Pl 1)14 October at 19.00Among those revolutionaries who began creating electronic sounds far different from those produced by classic instruments, Jean Michel Jarre is a true success story. The Oxygène album from 1976 was a breakthrough in his career, and ever since, he’s been inventing new and differ-ent sensations in sound. Com-ing to Kyiv for the first time this month, Ukrainian audiences should be ready for laser dis-plays, fireworks and, best of all, true electronic music. Tickets are 250 – 1400hrv. For more information call 246-7406.

God Save our God Save our Queen Queen Queen Tribute, October Palace (Instytutska 1)6 November at 19.00Freddy Mercury, “known as one of rock’s all-time entertainers”, is a legend. Recognised for his elaborate stage presence and incredible four-octave range, he and band Queen went on to create fifteen studio albums, five live albums, ten compila-tions and forty-eight singles. Bringing their songs back to the stage in style, Tina Karol, Natalya Mohilevska, Timur Ro-drigez, Jamala, Alyosha, Oleh Sobchuk, Valeriy Kharchyshyn, ManSound and many others are working on a tribute concert. Accompanied by a live orches-tra, this concert is going to be a Kind of Magic indeed.Tickets are 100 – 500hrv. For more information call 279-1582.

Tango Stars Shine in KyivTango Stars Shine in KyivII International Kyiv Tango Festival Gala-concert, House of Officers (Hrushevskoho 30/1)20 October at 19.00For the second year in a row, Kyiv will play host to this brilliant in-ternational Tango festival, inviting some of the brightest tango stars from Argentina and Italy to tantalise and tempt you. Pablo Inza, one of the Tango world’s best, will be one of the major parts of both the festival and the evening. As will Soledad Larretapia, a well-known modern Tango-ista, who will present her own original improvisa-tions. Another outstanding aspect this evening will of course include the Argentinean Tango orchestra, Pasional Orquesta, who will no doubt impassion and inflame your soul! Get in on all the emotion!Tickets are 100 – 500hrv. For more information call 253-8072.

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historic ballads, common East-ern European folk songs, hymns that speak of the tragic civil war on Kazan territory as well as an-thems that promote the rich and unique folk culture that was the Cossack army. Tickets are 80 – 650hrv. For more information call 247-2316. Once Upon a Time Once Upon a Time

in Kyivin KyivEnnio Morricone (Italy, composer), Palace Ukraine (V Vasylkivska 103)20 December at 19.00Ennio Morricone has to be one of the most signifi cant and acknowl-edged composers of his era. Hav-ing written music for more than 500 movies and television produc-tions, he’s been award twice with a Grammy, twice with a Golden

Globe as well as many other well-respected awards. Having sold over 50 million records worldwide, winning the love of audiences for his genuine, heart-touching and powerfully impressive composi-tions, the legendary composer is coming to Kyiv. Joining him will be a choir of 100 people as well as an impressive symphony orches-tra: it’s going to be the concert of a lifetime! Tickets are 350 – 5900hrv. For more information call 247-2316.

Life-sized Life-sized Hollywood Hollywood Madagascar and Ice Age by Moscow Theater of Puppets, KPI Centre of Culture and Arts (Pr Peremohy 37)29 October at 11.30, 13.30, 15.30Ever been to Madagascar? Better yet, ever seen the cartoon? Well, be-lieve it or not those same characters are coming to Kyiv! And bringing the equally funny and furry characters from Ice Age, this is going to be a great Saturday afternoon indeed! With lots of games, songs and inter-action between everyone on stage and in the audience, there’ll be no chance at boredom. It’s going to be a great day out with the family so get your tickets today!Tickets are 80 – 250hrv. For more information call 228-9408.

The Future of Ukrainian ArtThe Future of Ukrainian ArtPinchukArtCentre Prize – exhibition of works by 20 nominees for the PinchukArtCentre 2011 PrizeFrom 29 OctoberPinchukArtCentre, Kyiv’s largest centre of contemporary art, is fa-mous for supporting and promoting young Ukrainian and foreign contemporary artists. Winners of their yearly PinchukArtCenter Prize, a competition of Ukrainian young artists, typically take home anywhere from 10,000hrv – 100,000hrv. The real honour, however, is the internship with a world famous artist that accompanies it. The short list for this year includes names both new and old such as Zhanna Kadyrova, Mykyta Kadan and Lada Nakonechna. The exhi-bition opens later this fall, with winners being announced at some point in December. For more information call 590-0858.

West Coast West Coast Attacks! Attacks! XZibit (US, rap, hip-hop), Stereo Plaza (Kikvidze 17)2 November at 21.00 For the fi rst time in the history of our young country, world famous rapper XZibit is playing a show in Kyiv. Famous for the luxury that surrounds him and his true-to-life lyrics, the MTV Pimp My Ride host is ready to exhibit his entire multi-talented nature to Ukrainian hip-hoppers and rappers alike. Work-ing with high-profi le artists like Eminem, Snoop Dog, 50 Cent and more, the last ten years have been good to the boy from Detroit. Now with his latest album Restless 2 out on store shelves, it’s your turn to enjoy all the success. Tickets are 300hrv. For more in-formation call 222-8040.

Marie + Per = Roxette Marie + Per = Roxette Roxette (Sweden, pop), Palace Sport (Sportyvna Pl 1)6 December at 19.00Despite rumours that the Swedish duo might be once again packing it in after their 2010 European tour, they are returning to Kyiv with all of their best hits as well as a few new ones. After spending months in the studio working on their eight album called Charm School, 130 concerts have been scheduled worldwide, and the pair are Looking Sharp. If you didn’t hop aboard the Joyride last year, you’ve got an-other chance this December – don’t miss out!Tickets are 190 – 4990hrv. For more information call 246-7406.

An Invasion of An Invasion of VoicesVoicesKuban Cossack Choir (Russia), Palace Ukraine (V Vasylkivska 103)16 – 17 November at 19.00As well as being one of the most ancient, the Kuban Cossack Choir has to be one of the most prominent of Russian choirs to date. Its roots go back to the beginning of the 19th century where their artistic mastery even then was unparalleled. Receiv-ing numerous invitations to per-form the world over, the choir’s repertoire is surely something to behold as it includes moving

A Party of the Most Unclean KindA Party of the Most Unclean KindDirty Raves, Xlib (Frunze 12)26 November at 22.00Dirty Raves is brought to you by the XXX Waves music organisation and is the second in this party series. Hoping you know what ‘dirty electronic’ means, this record label is offering music to fans of electro that just can’t keep still! Because it’s a sound they themselves are so into, they want to introduce and share it among existing fans as well as those who are yet on the verge. Who will play on this particular evening is still a secret, but with Autofi sh, Zapaska, Robots in Disguise and Sexinspace in their arsenal, it’s sure to be a good time. Entrance TBA. For more information visit www.xxxwaves.com

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My fi rst thoughts were that they didn’t look alike, but it was easy to tell they were a family because they all talked up a storm and giggled at each others’ stories. Grandma Svitlana is 75 years of age and smiles mysteriously, full of experience

and wisdom. Yaroslava on the other hand is 20, studies part-time and fully admits she’s not grown up yet. Mum Tamara is 44 and tries to keep Yaro-slava in check. As we settle down to talk, I prepare to travel through the last century. They seem so closely bound, but I want to discover whether there is a clash of generations underneath all this.

What’s On: What’s On: What are your brightest childhood memories? Are you still in touch with your schoolmates?Svitlana (grandma): I grew up during the war. We didn’t have much to be happy about. We played with sticks and balls, but we had something bet-ter than regular games: Soviet soldiers came through all the time and they shared some exciting stories with us. There were four of us kids, sitting on the stove, listening. You could hear a pin drop. Also there were a lot of nurses. Our small house was full of courageous and outstanding people. They made me feel on top of the world. From school, I’m still in touch with my teacher. She’s over 90 now. My classmates and I have been visiting her for years.Tamara (mum): I don’t keep in touch with my schoolmates, but if we meet by chance in the street, we have a heart-warming chat. Let me think about my childhood…Yaroslava (daughter): Mum, tell them about your wings! Ok, I’ll tell it myself. As a kid, my mum had a noble aspiration to fl y. A willingness to fl y unites us all, but when my mum was younger, she built her own wings with feathers and climbed up willow trees so that she might fl y. Breathtaking! About my own memories…Svitlana (grandma): What memories are you talking about? You’re a child of television.

Yaroslava (daughter): Although I watched a lot of TV, I did have hobbies. My friend and I created a souvenir exhibition where the admission fee was 50 kopecks. Some kids were as poor as church mice, and one girl paid with fl owers instead of money. Our business didn’t take off! But school gave me a lot of unforgettable memories as well. I don’t keep in touch with my teachers or classmates. If they’re not on Facebook, forget it.

What’s On: What’s On: How old were you when you started feeling like an adult?Svitlana (grandma): At 13. My mum died and I was head of the household. I took the responsibility on my shoulders. Tamara (mum): For me maturity came when I got a job. I began writing for newspapers at 16 and it turned my life upside down. Yaroslava (daughter): Being an adult sounds appalling to me. Adults are people who do serious business, or think they do. Regardless of being re-sponsible for what I do, I don’t want to grow up. What’s On: What’s On: Picture yourself being a student and hanging around with your friends. What are you doing?Svitlana (grandma): Oh, sweet times. We had a village musician who played an accordion. Boys and girls danced national dances in the street. Tamara (mum): We clustered together in the coffee house near Bessara-bska Square. They made the most brilliant hot chocolate I’ve ever had. We listened to Stevie Wonder with his heart-rending I Just Called.Yaroslava (daughter): I’m still studying part-time and I’m always in a hurry. My student years are a little sour. I’ve spent them studying, working and leading social projects. One song which refl ects my youth is Vstavay by Okean Elzy. This band inspires me to keep moving on and pushing myself forward.

Every age has its preferences and unique circumstances. In Ukraine in particular, different generations have had to face very different problems. But does the changing environment affect a change in attitude as well as living? For women of different generations in Kyiv, is there more differentiating them than uniting them? What attitudes and experiences are similar, and which ones contrast? Has the tide of time changed Kyiv women beyond recognition? What’s On wanted to fi nd out, and recently met a family of Kyiv women to ask. Separated by 55 years, they walked into our offi ce and told us what they thought.

Willing to Fly

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20 Take Me Out! Listings

KAZBEK

30a L. Ukrainky blvd.(285-4805Open: 11.00 - 24.00Restaurant with original interior and traditional Tone stove for baking bread.

KUVSHYN

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

MIMINO

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

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EUROPEANBACCHUS CLASS

Chapaeva 2/16 (I.Franka)St.(234-6506Open: 09.00 – till the last visitor leaveswww.bacchusclass.comThe one and the only Wine restaurant in Ukraine.

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7FRIDAYS CITY-CAFE

B Khmelnytskoho 29(278-1187www.7fridays.kiev.uaSituated 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.

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STORY CAFE

17/18 Naberezhno-Kreschatitskaya st.(467 78 97Open: 11.00 – 00.00www.karta.uaFrench, Italian & Japanese cuisine

WI-FI RAZGULYAEVO

70 Stolichnoe highway (to Koncha-Zaspa)(259 17 00Open: 11.00 – to the last clientwww.karta.uaEntertainment complex (restaurant, hotel, sauna, paintball)

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FRENCHCOMME IL FAUT

Velyka Zhytomyrska St. 2A(219-1919Open: Daily from 11.00 - 24.00French Brasserie style in the heard of Kiev. Lovely and cosy summer terrace. Come and try our new menu and summer business lunch...

CREP DE CHINE

25 Hoholivska st.(537-7070Open: 08.00 – 23.00A culinary expirience you won’t forget!

MEDITERRANEANOLIVERA

2A Velyka Zhytomyrska Street(219-1919Open: 06.30 - 23.00All day Mediterranean restaurant for Breakfast, Lunch and dinner! Try the probably best breakfast in town. Every Sunday - Family brunch from of 13.00 This coming Sunday, the 5th of June, we are having last brunch for summer, which will again come back in September.

TEATRO RESTAURANT

OPERA HOTEL

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

TERRACOTTA

5-7/29 Pushkinska st.(537-4535Open: 07.00 - 23.00Mediterranean restaurant of superior cuisine. Wine and cigar rooms offer the perfect touch to Terracotta’s delicious dining experience

FUSIONBEEF MEAT & WINE

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

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BUDDHA-BAR KIEV

14 Kreschatik st. (near Khreshchatyk hotel)(270- 7676 Open: Mo – Wed: 13.00 – 02.00Thu – Sat: 13.00 – 04.00 Sun: 14.00 – 02.00www.buddhabar.com.uaRestaurant lounge-bar

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MARRAKESH

24 Sagaydachnogo st. (Podol)(494 0 494Open: Sun – Thu: 12.00 – 01.00Fri – Sat: 12.00 – 04.00www.karta.uaOriental restaurant. Moroccan, French & Japanese cuisine. Hookah menu.

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MAROCANA

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

INTERNATIONALARENA ENTERTAINMENT

2-a Baseyna st.(492-0000Open: 9.00 ‘til the last visitor leavesSpacious and cozy restaurant with European cuisine and micro brewery.

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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B-HUSH

Velyka Zhytomyrska St. 2A11th floor, InterContinental Kyiv(219-1919Open: Tuesday till Thursday 18.00 - 02.00 / Friday and Saturday 18.00 - 04.00Rooftop panoramic bar - summer terrace with stunning view of Kiev. b-hush... b-cool... b-there...

GRILL ASIA

RESTAURANT

5 Alla Tarasova st.(581-12-34 Open: 6:00 - 24:00Two open kitchens, European and Asian cuisine in luxurious surroundings.Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

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KYIV LOBBY

LOUNGE BAR

Velyka Zhytomyrska St. 2A1 st floor, InterContinental Kyiv(219-1919Open: 08.00 - 02.00Enjoy the best coffee in town with home made pastries in a unique atmosphere. Great selection of whiskies, wine and comfort food at your choice - Lobby lounge the place to meet in Kiev.

MYKA RESTAURANT

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

HUNTER

147/5 Saksahanskoho st. (236-3735 Open: 12.00 - 24.00There is no need to go hunting – just visit this special originally decorated grill-restaurant, try excellent grilled meat and fish!

RESTAURANTS

AMERICAN

ARIZONA BBQ

25 Naberezhno Khreshchatytska st.(425-2438Open: 08.00 – 24.00The 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 00Open: 08 a.m. – 12 a.m.www.karta.uaSteak House. Grill restaurant. Breakfast. Wide choice. 8 a.m. - 12 p.m., weekdays

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ASIANTERRACE

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

PUSHISTIY SUSHI-BAR

23-a Velyka Vasylkivska st.(234-3101Open: 12.00 ‘til the last visitor leavesOriginal mix of styles in the interior, fuzzy fur on the walls. 30 kinds of sushi and sashimi.

SAFFRON

3 Vorovskogo st.(569 10 10Open: Sun – Wed: 12.00 – 00.00Thu – Sat: 12.00 – 05.00www.karta.uaOriental cuisine, Karaoke-lounge

WI-FI NOBU

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

TUBITEYKA

29/50 Tarasivska st.(287-0242Open: 8.00 – 23.00Asian and home made cuisine, delicious breakfasts, kalian. Oriental atmosphere – and decoration.

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CAUCASIANANI

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

HINKALI

4, Shota Rustaveli st.(234-0692Open: 24 hoursReal Caucasian culture reproduced in its best meals. Cuisine with an accent.

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Football Saves the WorldAMBASSADOR’S RESIDENCE The Embassy of Spain in conjunction with UNICEF and the Ukrainian Football Federation joined forces on 28 September and held a charity event aimed at raising funds for children in Ukraine. Organisers supplied T-shirts and balls with signatures of famous footballers from Real Madrid, FC Barcelona, Dynamo Kyiv, Shakhter Donetsk and Ukraine’s National Team which were sold during auction. The event demonstrated once again that football isn’t just about being beautiful, it’s also about being able to help.

Charge d’affaires of Uzbekistan Charge d’affaires of Uzbekistan Batyr Yusupov with his sonBatyr Yusupov with his son

Vice President of UFF Volodymyr Vice President of UFF Volodymyr Lashkul talking to UNICEF Lashkul talking to UNICEF Representative in Ukraine Yuki Representative in Ukraine Yuki Mukuo (centre) using the help of Mukuo (centre) using the help of her interpreter (right)her interpreter (right)

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Ambassador Ambassador of Mexico of Mexico

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Talavera Talavera andBernard andBernard

Roger Moine, Roger Moine, husband of the husband of the ambassador to ambassador to

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Pavlyuchenko Pavlyuchenko and Yaroslav and Yaroslav

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Ambassador of Spain HE Jose Ambassador of Spain HE Jose Rodriguez Moyano and Trade Rodriguez Moyano and Trade

Representative of Tatarstan Representative of Tatarstan Rostislav VakhitovRostislav Vakhitov

Spanish Consul Spanish Consul Jorge Urbiola Jorge Urbiola

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Eminent Kyiv family Eminent Kyiv family Tetyana, Valeriy and Tetyana, Valeriy and Eugenia MironovaEugenia Mironova

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International Charity in ActionINTERCONTINENTAL On 25 September, businessmen, artists and politicians gathered together for a festive concert in dedication to the memory and 200th birthday of Franz Liszt. Enjoying immortal works by the brilliant composer was only one aspect this evening, however, as all funds gathered were earmarked for the Children of Chornobyl Relief and Development Fund. They in turn will spend the money on the Cuba-Ukraine Programme helping children with life-threatening illnesses.

Ambassador of Cuba HE Felix Leon Ambassador of Cuba HE Felix Leon Carballo chatting to Natalya ZhevagoCarballo chatting to Natalya Zhevago

Head of the European Head of the European Commission Delegation Commission Delegation in Ukraine Ambassador in Ukraine Ambassador

Jose Manuel Pinto Jose Manuel Pinto TeixeiraTeixeira

The KCC’s Milan Pajevic, The KCC’s Milan Pajevic, Ihor Dalychuk and Ihor Dalychuk and Oleksandr RotovOleksandr Rotov

Lyudmyla and Viktor Lyudmyla and Viktor Hararuk caught on cameraHararuk caught on camera

Brain War MOSKVA Our Kyiv celebs may indeed be beautiful but they are also intelligent, or so they tried to prove on 28 September with a few friendly games of chess. Giving their brains a good squeeze, this starry battle ended well: there were winners and losers but everyone went home with a few chess-shaped chocolates provided by Osnovnoy Instinkt.

Singer Dasha Astafi eva playing with cinema Singer Dasha Astafi eva playing with cinema producer Oleksandr Orlovproducer Oleksandr Orlov

Model Model Maryna Maryna

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Footballer Vladislav Footballer Vladislav Vashchuk and Vashchuk and

DS Dress’s Anna DS Dress’s Anna StruzikStruzik

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The Cubans Go ArtisticDAYAMI MORALES ART GALLERY On 27 September, young gallery owner Dayami Morales opened the doors to a new exhibition by famous Cuban artist, Lidia Ester Aguilera. The project was given the name AfroCubarte 2011 and united fans of the exotic Caribbean culture from all over Kyiv. With the opportunity to take home a piece or two that same evening, the event radiated with ethnic Cuban music, inspiring pieces of art and a marvellous atmosphere of fellowship.

Omar Perez and Omar Perez and Vita KharchenkoVita Kharchenko

Gallery owner Dayami Morales and Gallery owner Dayami Morales and Natalya Pugacheva stop for a picNatalya Pugacheva stop for a pic

Ariadne and Gabriel Ariadne and Gabriel enjoying high-artenjoying high-art

The Estrella The Estrella Cubana band Cubana band entertaining guests entertaining guests

Making a Movie Star Out Of an ArtistZEH GALLERY After showing a documentary about the life and work of Ukrainian artist Mykola Belous on 28 September, Zeh Gallery invited everyone over to discuss all they’d seen and heard. Those who took the opportunity got the chance to speak with the artist himself, who was very candid and forthcoming with all questions posed to him.

Saule Rapnikene together Saule Rapnikene together with Audrius Miciukeviciuswith Audrius Miciukevicius

Oleksandr Shchelushchenko (centre) together with Oleksandr Shchelushchenko (centre) together with Valentyn Zahariya and his wife Valentyn Zahariya and his wife

Ukrainian artist Ukrainian artist Eugene Petrov and Eugene Petrov and Benjamin Loustau Benjamin Loustau

from the French from the French Cultural Centre Cultural Centre

Man of the Man of the hour Mykola hour Mykola

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artist Michael artist Michael MurphenkoMurphenko

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BUCC on the Networking Hit List D’LUX BUCC got together 28 September for another round of merging and mingling. With no winners or losers in this game of meet-new-clients, guests had a great time enjoying various treats and drinks while looking for new business opportunities. As always, there was a business card lottery, winners of which (did not include our former Chief Editor, unfortunately) took home some great prizes.

Natalia Popovych and Natalia Popovych and Lubomyr Mudrich caught Lubomyr Mudrich caught

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Gerharol Symons of Grayling Ukr and Gennady Gerharol Symons of Grayling Ukr and Gennady Gutin of Astom taking a quick pic Gutin of Astom taking a quick pic

John Nisbet (left) discussing business with a new John Nisbet (left) discussing business with a new friendfriend

BritMark’s Alexandr Saus, BritMark’s Alexandr Saus, Kateryna Krylova and Ruben Kateryna Krylova and Ruben

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Alex Frishberg and Ihor Alex Frishberg and Ihor Tkachenko stop for a picTkachenko stop for a pic

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Serhiy Lesyk of Serhiy Lesyk of UBS and Olena UBS and Olena Kelvich smiling Kelvich smiling up a stormup a storm

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They’ve been falling from the sky with the frequency of British rain and the impact of a meteorite, but despite their initial fl ight posing a risk, the health benefi ts thereafter include antioxidants and essen-

tial fatty acids. Plus they taste delicious.

Great BritainIt’s 29 degrees and hotter than Athens!

Bar RugsNot a derogatory term for those at-tempting alcoholism, but the sort they give you to keep warm. They’re perfect for the transition from summer to autumn, and Kyivites are embracing them once again.

Only here could you see a group of KGB-type skin-heads huddled up in granny’s woolen-knitted blan-kets.

Euro 2012 TicketsA major world football tournament being held in a country with an addiction to corruption. It was al-ways going to be a challenge. Now, there are questions being asked about the use of public funds and

the astronomical fi gures being quoted for tickets. UEFA are not pleased.

Token FinesA company owned by Ukrainian billionaire Ihor Kolomoisky has been fi ned just over $3,500 by Ukraine’s Anti-Monopoly Com-mittee for building up stakes in one of the country’s biggest ener-

gy-producers without permission. Well done, lads. He’ll think twice next time.

MulletsMaking a record second appear-ance as a What’s Not entry, there are rumours of an anti-mullet pressure group whose slogans in-clude “Mullet Madness Must End,” “Mullet Monstrosities = Visual

Pollution” and “Think of the Children”. Their name? Mullet Assured Destruction (MAD)

One of the best things in life is appreciating the differences between countries and cul-tures. One of the most annoy-

ing things in life is when foreigners come to a country and start telling it how to do things. I aim to do lots of the former and none of the latter (although we do make ex-ceptions with the Dear Viktor articles - he needs all the help he can get). Even if I were one of those expats who think white socks and a comb-over is a permit to pontifi cate, I wouldn’t have much to say. Apart from the corruption, all seems fi ne. I’m enjoying my time here.Two countries such as the UK and Ukraine have thousands of differences between them, and a trip back to London last week-end allowed me to pick a Top 10. In London, the following applies:

All dogs are on leadsWomen wear fl at shoesDrivers obey road rulesThings workPeople ride bikes and runPavements are for walking onPublic transport is expensiveThere is Health & SafetyPeople speak different languagesEveryone is from a different place

Not all of these differences are favourable to the UK. I certainly hadn’t missed the ex-pensive transport, nor the annoying safety signs such as: ‘Warning! Conkers falling in this area’. In other respects I found myself momentarily slipping into Kyiv mentality. A woman was looking for a place to park on Saturday morning, and I guided her to a space on the pavement. She politely re-fused, pointing out there was a sign saying

she’d get a £300 penalty, her car would be towed away, and that enforcement cameras were operating in the area. Fair point.One difference in particular, however, is worth picking up on, even though it’s con-troversial. I’m not sure whether it’s fair to say that London is multi-ethnic and Kyiv isn’t, but it certainly feels like that. When I fi rst came to Ukraine, I wondered what they’d done with all the black guys. Where were they? Where were the Asians? The His-panics? The Chinese? Where was the mix of languages, ideas, cultures and colours? Where was the variety that makes other cit-ies thrive? Kyiv struck me as being one of the most ethnically homogenous capitals I’d ever visited, and I think it suffers as a re-sult. There are immense benefi ts that multi-culturalism brings, but because Kyivites have had such little exposure to people of different races and religions, they’re cynical about them. I understand why they would be, and would likely feel the same if that’s all I’d ever known.If I were ever to be an annoying foreigner and preach, I’d say that difference and diversity is a good thing in almost every respect, and that most cosmopolitan European cities of the 21st century have embraced that in ar-eas other than women’s fashion. But given that I don’t wear white socks, have a comb-over or like preachy foreigners, I won’t.

Dear Stephen, I’ve been dating a man from Italy for three months. He doesn’t live here but comes every couple of weeks to visit. I think I love him! But there is a problem. I’ve woken in the middle of the night on several occasions and he is nowhere to be found. At fi rst I assumed he’d gone for a cigarette and I just went back to sleep, but last time it happened I tried calling him and there was no answer. I stayed up until I heard the door open and ran back to bed pretending I was asleep. He crawled in like nothing had happened. What’s going on? Is this normal? – Worried, 20

Dear Worried,There are three possibilities: a) he’s cheating on you b) he’s sleep-walking c) he’s a were-wolf. If he gets anxious when there’s a full moon and has particularly hairy ears that he scratches with his foot, I’d say he was a werewolf, except he’s Italian, so you couldn’t rule out national considerations. If he comes and goes in his pyjamas and seems confused and non-sensical, I’d say he was sleep-walking, except he’s Italian, so you couldn’t rule out na-tional considerations. Finally, if he goes out wearing aftershave and his best shirt, I’d say he was cheating on you, except he’s Italian, so there must be some other explanation. What-ever the reason, at least he’s considerate enough not to wake you up. Yours sincerely,Stephen

If you have a question about life, work or relationships in Kyiv please write to stephen@whatson-kiev.com

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