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O. Torvald (rock)

Many remember O. Torvald as an up-and-coming band that opened at many music festivals. Today they are one of the most popular new rock bands in Ukraine and are about to play not one, but two consecutive shows in Kyiv.
O. Torvald (rock). Dec. 11-12. 8 p.m. Sentrum (11 Shota Rustaveli St.). Hr 200-600

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Veryovka Choir

Ukraine’s biggest and best-known folk choir, the Choir of Hryhoriy Veryovka, will give a special show of Christmas and holiday songs, including traditional Ukrainian carols.
Veryovka Choir (folk music). Dec. 17. 7 p.m. Zhovtnevy Palace (1 Instytutska St.). Hr 100-480

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The Best Ukrainian Metal Act 2015

This award ceremony recognizes the best of Ukraine’s heavy metal scene, handing out awards for the best band, best album and best music video of the year in this genre.
The Best Ukrainian Metal Act 2015. Dec. 12. 5 p.m. Bingo Club (112 Peremohy Ave.). Hr 120-200

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Music from superhero movies

The next show of Lords of the Sound, a symphony orchestra that specializes in playing music from the movies, will focus on superheroes and fantasies portrayed on the silver screen, including Spider-Man, The Lord of the Rings, Star Wars, and more.
The Lords of the Sound (music from the movies). Dec. 19. 4 p.m. House of Culture of Kyiv Polytechnic Institute (37 Peremohy Ave.). Hr 120-390

(Teulis Shadow Theater)

Shadow Theater

Ukrainian theater company Teulis Shadow Theater tells romantic musical stories through the art of shadow, acrobatics, and dance. The troupe will give three successive shows in one day.
Teulis Shadow Theater. Dec. 13. 1 p.m., 4 p.m., 7 p.m. Kyiv Conservatory (1-3/11 Horodetskoho St.). Hr 190-450

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‘Mixed’ (photo exhibition)

The photo exhibition “Mixed” is a collection of portraits of Ukrainians of various descent – or who have, literally, “mixed blood.” The project aims to encourage people to remember and study their heritage.
“Mixed” (photo exhibition). Dec. 3 – Feb. 3. Gulliver Mall, floors 2 and 5 (1 Sportyvna Sq.). Admission is free