culture in Russia

Russian poet Lev Rubinstein passes away

Russian poet Lev Rubinstein passes away

Lev Rubinstein, a Russian poet known for his conceptual art work subverting traditional Soviet era forms, passes away on January 14, his daughter Maria said. "My papa, Lev Rubinstein, died today," she wrote on …

Exhibition "Colors of Azerbaijan" opened at MGIMO

Exhibition "Colors of Azerbaijan" opened at MGIMO

The opening of the exhibition "Colors of Azerbaijan" took place at MGIMO. The event is part of the program of the art festival "Khari Bulbul", organized by Azerbaijani Youth Association of Russia.

Yuri Temirkanov passes away

Yuri Temirkanov passes away

At the age of 85, the conductor, Artistic Director of the St. Petersburg Philharmonic Orchestra named after Dmitry Shostakovich, People's Artist of the USSR Yuri Temirkanov, died. The date and place of the farewell will be announced later.

"Lenfilm" and "Uzbekfilm" to establish cooperation

"Lenfilm" and "Uzbekfilm" to establish cooperation

The film studios "Uzbekfilm" and "Lenfilm" signed a cooperation agreement. According to the Agency of Cinematography's Information service, the studios will cooperate in the field of locations, equipment and …

Sitcom about hackers being shot in Derbent

Sitcom about hackers being shot in Derbent

The comedy series "In short, this is the plan" is being filmed in Derbent, the press service of the city administration informs. There will be eight episodes in total. The main characters are Russian hackers. The …

Tretyakov Gallery visitors evacuated in Moscow

Tretyakov Gallery visitors evacuated in Moscow

In Moscow, visitors to three buildings of the State Tretyakov Gallery were evacuated because of an anonymous threat. This is stated in the message on the gallery's website. The museums are currently temporarily closed. …