Culture
War in Ukraine
Veselka: The Rainbow Ukraine Feeds New York
Set in Manhattan’s hippest neighborhood, this Ukrainian coffee shop with humble origins has seduced refugees, artists and Hollywood stars alike. Now it’s starring in its own film.
Feb. 23, 2024
Ashen Glory: The Revolution of Dignity, 10 Years After – Part 1
Part One of a four-part excerpt from the author’s unpublished novel Ashen Glory: War Within, set amid the four climactic days of Ukraine’s Revolution of Dignity in February 2014.
Feb. 18, 2024
Ukraine
Singer Mari Cheba: Who am I - who are we
Kyiv Post Chief Editor Bohdan Nahaylo talks with singer and representative of Ukraine's new generation of cultural artists, who combine patriotic and civic activity with universal values - Mari Cheba.
Feb. 10, 2024
Kyiv
Ancient Graffiti to be Digitized in Kyiv's St. Sophia
Digitizing Ukraine's cultural heritage continues in Kyiv.
Jan. 13, 2024
Ukraine
Sahaidachny: Ukrainian Leader Whose Cossacks Saved Europe From Ottomans
The Ukrainian Cossacks’ victories under Petro Sahaidachny’s leadership inspire the present-day defenders of Ukraine to outfight the Russians with skill and courage rather than numerical strength.
Dec. 31, 2023
Books
OPINION: Chief Editor’s Choice - Book of the Year
Russia’s War against Ukraine has focused interest on Ukraine and resulted in a splurge of books about this hitherto largely ignored country. So, what is our Chief Editor’s choice from among them?
Dec. 30, 2023
Religion
OPINION: Seasonal Reflections: In Ukraine, Father Christmas Arrives Earlier This Year
In Ukraine, because of the official switch this year from Old to New Calendar, St. Nicholas Day is celebrated on Dec. 6 instead of Dec. 19. And Christmas will fall on Dec. 25 rather than Jan. 7.
Dec. 6, 2023
Ukraine
Les Kurbas, the Man Who Formed Ukrainian Theater
The seeds sown by Les Kurbas on the Ukrainian stage sprouted in the following generations of artists, with great works of theatrical art and bold innovations of modern theater.
Dec. 3, 2023
How an Anti-Putin Russian Refugee Artist Supports Ukraine Through His Works.
Refugee artist Andrey Kezzyn discusses his escape from Russia, his life in Berlin, and how he is continuing his support for Ukraine through his artwork.
Nov. 26, 2023
Ukraine
OPINION: How Art Is Strengthening Polish-Ukrainian Bonds
Art could very well be the best vehicle for reshaping Polish-Ukrainian relations. By promoting the art we have in common, the turbulence of centuries settles into the spirit of friendship.
Oct. 29, 2023
War in Ukraine
‘Don’t Close Your Eyes’ Show Opens in Chicago
An exhibition of 150 paintings by Ukrainian artists, depicting their various experiences of war, has just opened in Chicago. Proceeds will go to help the war effort.
Oct. 28, 2023
Art
OPINION: Ukraine’s Maria Bashkirtseva Died Young, But Left a Rich Artistic Legacy
Maria Bashkirtseva, author of the first painting by a female artist to be exhibited in the Louvre, was a patriot of her native Ukraine, yet Russia stole her name and fame.
Oct. 1, 2023
Ukraine
All-Female Kyiv Symphony Orchestra and Chorus Embarks on US Tour
The Kyiv Symphony Orchestra and Chorus (KSOC) has begun its 13th US tour, this time with one difference – only female members are taking part while male performers are not allowed to leave Ukraine.
Sept. 19, 2023
War in Ukraine
What We Lost: New Art Therapy Movie by Teenage Victims of War
A new film created by some of the youngest victims of Russia’s war in Ukraine shows the power of catharsis and is helping to bring people together through their shared trauma.
Sept. 17, 2023
Curiosities of Kyiv: St. Andrew's Church
An Orthodox Baroque masterpiece by Francesco Bartolomeo situated on the hills of the Dnipro River.
Sept. 10, 2023
Art
How a Burning 'Phoenix' Put Ukraine Centre Stage at Burning Man
Ukrainian Artist Oleksiy Say tells Kyiv Post in an exclusive interview about the moment at the iconic Burning Man Festival in Nevada.
Sept. 8, 2023
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