Ukrainian art of 1985-2004
The newest exhibition in Pinchuk Art Centre brings together the works of some of the most acclaimed modern Ukrainian artists from the period that defined contemporary art in Ukraine – from pre-perestroika time to Orange Revolution. The exhibition features works of 18 artists, including Pavlo Makov, Illya Chichkan, Arsen Savadov, Alexander Roitburd.
“Borderline. Ukrainian art of 1985-2004.” Pinchuk Art Centre (1/3-2 Velyka Vasylkivska St.). May 30 – Oct. 4. 12 p.m. – 9 p.m. Closed on Monday. Free
Ice cream festival for children
A three-day Ice Cream Festival invites fans of ice cream (and who isn’t?) to the Ukrainian House. The event is primarily aimed at children and will offer a variety of entertainment.
Ice Cream Festival. Ukrainian House (2 Khreshchatyk St.). May 30 – June 1. 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Free
‘Antigone’
This reading of a Greek myth about Oedipus’ daughter Antigone is based on the classic tragedy by Sophocles and its 1948 recast by Bertolt Brecht. Several roles, including Antigone herself, are played by the members of Dakh Daughters, a celebrated music band. The play features nudity.
“Antigone” (play). Diya Culture Center (44 Peremohy Ave.). June 2. 7 p.m. Hr 200
Shadow play
An acclaimed Ukrainian shadow theater group Teulis will give a show that brings together music, shadow play, illusions, and acrobatics. Few tickets are left.
Teulis (shadow play). Tchaikovsky National Musical Academy (1-3/11 Horodetskoho St.). May 31. 7 p.m. Hr 190-450
Shadow play
An acclaimed Ukrainian shadow theater group Teulis will give a show that brings together music, shadow play, illusions, and acrobatics. Few tickets are left.
Teulis (shadow play). Tchaikovsky National Musical Academy (1-3/11 Horodetskoho St.). May 31. 7 p.m. Hr 190-450
Drum and bass outdoor party
A summer season doesn’t really start until the first big outdoor electronic party kicks off. A lineup for the Summer Start includes DJs like Logistics (U.K.), Mindscape (Hungary), Katharsys (France), and more.
Summer Start (outdoor electronic music party). Druzhby Narodiv Park. May 30. 10 p.m. Hr 180
