Editor's Note: Every week, the Kyiv Post picks the most interesting of upcoming entertainments and presents them in this special feature.
Ani Lorak
he Kyiv concert of the singer’s 21 cities’ tour “Obnimi Menya” (Hug Me). Ani Lorak, who turned 35 on Sept. 27, is the winner of the numerous awards, including VIVA magazine’s The Most Beautiful People 2012 and The Best Vocalist at Russian MUZ-TV 2013.
Ani Lorak concert. Oct. 19. 7 p.m. Palats Sportu (1 Sportyvna St.). Hr 250 – 2,000
Asian Food Festival
Making a first appearance in Ukraine, the Asian Food Festival is aimed at introducing the culture, food, traditions and art of the Asian countries to Ukrainians. Seven Asian Embassies in Ukraine (Indonesia, Malaysia, Vietnam, Japan, South Korea, India and Pakistan) will showcase their countries’ best features, including cuisine, dance, art and clothing.
Asian Food and Cultural Festival 2013. Oct. 12. 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. M17 Contemporary Art Center (102-104 Gorkogo St.). Free
“Mozart” rock opera
One of the most0discussed shows, the French rock opera “Mozart” is in Kyiv. The fusion of classical tunes and rock arrangements, with a talented cast (Mikelangelo Loconte as Mozart and Florent Mothe as his rival Salieri) deliver impressive performances.
“Mozart” rock opera. Oct. 16. 7 p.m. Ukraina Palace (103 Chervonoarmiyska St.). Hr 650 – 1,750
Daniel Lavoie
Daniel Lavoie is the actor, singer, musician, composer, mostly known for his unforgettable portrayal of Claude Frollo in “Notre Dame de Paris” musical. Apart from that, Lavoie composes for Celine Dion, Lara Fabian and Mireille Mathieu. He is back in Kyiv after his last show in 2012.
Daniel Lavoie concert. Oct. 17. 7 p.m. Zhovtneviy Palace (1 Instytutska St.). Hr 200-1,200
Cheese Festival
The Cheese holiday will deliver the variety of competitions, quizzes and fun trivia, including the first in Ukraine Cheese Run. The audience will be able to enjoy variety of tastings, including a degustation of fondue with crackers, to the music performed by Ukrainian bands.
National Cheese Holiday. Oct. 19 – 20. 11 a.m. Ekspocentr Ukrainy (1 Hlushkova Ave). Free
Krzysztof Bednarski’s exhibition
Organized by Polish Institute in partnership with National Academy of Art and Italian Culture Institute, this exhibition includes sculptures from the series “Total Portrait of Karl Marx” and “Group Portrait” that was created in a span of 1978-2013.
“The Ghost is Wandering” by Krzysztof Bednarski. Oct. 4-23. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Academy of Art (20 Vorovskoho St.). Free
John Lennon’s birthday
A celebration of the birthday of John Lennon, the dreamer, the believer and the Beatles icon murdered in 1980 will take place in Art Club 44. Lennon’s songs will be performed by Ukrainian bands YouCrane, Sergey Gordienko, Loreleya.
John Lennon’s Birthday Party. Oct. 11. 8 p.m. Art Club 44 (44B Khreshchatyk St.). Hr 50
Ukraine vs. Poland
The World Cup qualifier game between Ukraine and Poland will take place in Kharkiv. While England’s team is the European zone qualifying group’s leader, Ukraine is only one point behind. The group winners will qualify for the 2013 FIFA World Cup in Brazil.
Ukraine – Poland World Cup Qualifier. Oct. 11. 9 p.m. Inter TV Channel
