Culture
Oleksandr Vertynsky – Ukraine’s Prodigal Pierrot
It is time to recognize “Russian” retro star “Alexander Vertinsky” as another of the Ukrainian cultural figures appropriated by the imperialistic “Russian world.”
March 18, 2023
Ukraine
German Anti-War Epic 'All Quiet on Western Front' Claims Oscars Glory
Oscar-winning war film seen as very relevant for today in light of Russia's war against Ukraine.
March 13, 2023
Ukraine
Shevchenko and Aldridge: Unbound Prometheans who Bonded
How Ukraine’s national poet and former serf befriended an Afro-American actor and former slave.
March 9, 2023
War in Ukraine
U2 and The Rolling Stones to Play Live Aid-style Concert for Ukraine
A Live Aid-style benefit gig is to be held by some of the biggest international musical acts to help victims of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and to pile pressure on Putin.
March 7, 2023
Ukraine
UK to Host Eurovision Under the Banner of Ukrainian Culture
Ukraine won this year’s Eurovision, earning the right to host the 2023 edition. However, organizers concluded this could not be done safely while the country was at war with Russia.
March 2, 2023
Kyiv
Six Ways Ukraine is Winning: How Kyiv's Music Scene Survived Bombs and Blackouts
In a country at war, the simple club night has become a symbol of resistance, a source of mental rejuvenation and even a way to help bring victory closer.
Feb. 25, 2023
Ukraine
Six Ways Ukraine is Winning: The Rise and Rise of Ukrainian Culture
The Ukrainians who became war refugees abroad brought their culture and art with them, and some creators are now establishing their careers in the UK and other Western countries.
Feb. 25, 2023
War in Ukraine
Berlin Film Festival Shines Stark Spotlight on Ukraine
Ukraine is center stage at Berlin film festival.
Feb. 23, 2023
War in Ukraine
Russia Trying to Destroy Ukrainian Culture: UN Experts
UN experts conclude Russia deliberately seeking to destroy Ukrainian culture and identity.
Feb. 22, 2023
Sean Penn Premieres Love Letter to Ukraine at Berlin Film Fest
Sean Penn's film paying homage to Ukraine's heroism and tenacity set tone at Berlin film festival.
Feb. 19, 2023
Ukraine
Berlin Film Fest Beams in Zelensky for Opener with Sean Penn
Zelensky stars at opening of Berlin film festival.
Feb. 17, 2023
Ukraine
Aid to Ukraine and Blocking Russian Culture – Interview With Film Director Michel Hazanavicius
Academy Award-winning film director Michel Hazanavicius is helping Ukrainians rebuild in Irpin and Izyum, two towns devastated last year by the Russian occupation.
Feb. 14, 2023
No Russian Ballet as Long as Ukrainian Performers Keep Getting Killed, Ukrainians Say
The Ukrainian diaspora in the US is calling on Chicago’s Joffrey Ballet to cancel performances of Tchaikovsky. Meanwhile, President Zelensky himself is urging the IOC to ban Russian athletes.
Feb. 11, 2023
Met Museum Recognizes Aivazovsky, Kuindzhi, Repin as Ukrainian Artists
Decolonization of Ukrainian art underway in leading US art museum.
Feb. 11, 2023
Ukraine
Fourth Hearing Due Today on Future of Tereshchenko Mansion in Kyiv
The historic Tereshchenko historic building in Kyiv remains in a tug-of-war state
Feb. 9, 2023
OPINION: From the Trenches of the Ukrainian Culture War in New York
A prestigious college in New York City, which is literally across the street from the Ukrainian community’s biggest church, is under fire for its tone-deaf promotion Russian culture.
Feb. 8, 2023
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