Alloise show
Singer Alla Moskovka, widely known as Alloise, was a frontwoman for the successful local band Gorchitza before starting a solo career in 2012. She performs pop, soul and R&B, and sings exclusively in English. She was named Best Ukrainian Act at the MTV European Music Awards in 2012.
Alloise. June 25. 9 p.m. G13 ProjectStudio (23 Baltiyskiy Lane). Hr 200
Ringing international bells for relaxation
This unusual musical program assembles bells from around the world, from ancient flat bells (bilas) used in Kyivska Rus, to Tibetan singing bowls. There will also be an Armenian flute (duduk), bagpipes, and other folk instruments. The organizers are promoting the program as a relaxation event meant to reboot the soul.
Bell-ringing music show. June 28. 4 p.m. Makoto (7 Novopecherskiy Lane). Hr 150
Circus Academy gala event
Every year, students graduating from the Kyiv Academy of Circus Art hold a gala program to demonstrate their skills. Historically an invitation-only event, it is open to the public for the first time this year.
Circus Academy show. June 26, 6 p.m. June 27, 4 p.m. National Circus of Ukraine (2 Peremohy Square). Hr 50-180
Kyiv Market
It seems that Kyivans like nothing more than fairs showcasing hand-made accessories, clothing from aspiring local designers, and home decorations. At least one would think so, given how often such events take place in the city. The Kyiv Market is a classic weekend fair – a place to buy nice things, enjoy homemade lemonade, and eat tasty food. And there is a beach too.
Kyiv Market. June 21. Trukhaniv Island, Angar Beach Club (right of the pedestrian bridge). Free admission
‘Twelfth Night’ with Stephen Fry
The Kyiv Cinema will screen William Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night,” staged by the Globe Theater. This performance faithfully follows the theater customs of the Bard’s day – including music, costumes, and choreography. As it was then, all roles are performed by men, adding to the fun. Stephen Fry plays Malvolio.
“Twelfth Night” by Globe Theater (screening). June 23. 7 p.m. Kyiv Cinema (19 Velyka Vasylkivska St.). Hr 120
Ethnic music festival
The Land of Dreams (Krayina Mriy) is Ukraine’s biggest ethnic-music and Ukrainian-culture festival. It was founded in 2004 by Oleh Skrypka, frontman of the renowned band Vopli Vidoplyasova. While its primary focus is Ukrainian culture and music, the festival offers a lineup of ethnic bands from other countries.
The Land of Dreams (Krayina Mriy). June 20-21. Pyrohovo Museum (Pyrohiv village, Kyiv Oblast). Hr 200
