Thursday, November 14
Exhibition: New Names
- November 2 - December 29, Wed-Fr 4-8 pm, Sat-Sun 12-8 pm
- Museum of Nonconformist Art
- 450 rubles (250 rubles for students)
Would you like to try yourself as an art critic? Welcome to the seventh exhibition by the Museum of Nonconformist Art, aptly titled New Names – you’ve guessed it, it’s all about fledgling artists who won a competition to have their works displayed at the museum for the first time. A whole slew of techniques and topics, unique objects, and intriguing stories: discover the next generation of contemporary Russian art at the exhibition.
Friday, November 15
Marcel Duchamp: The Art of the Possible
- 7 pm
- Angleterre Cinema Lounge
- 450 rubles
Speaking of art, a lot about the way we perceive it today was shaped by the 20th century modernist artist Marcel Duchamp. His creations were scandalous, and his views on art, at times, quite radical: he was known for rejecting the works he considered to be superficial and pleasing only to the eyes. Discover his ideas and their influence on the art and philosophy of the 21st century in this film (screened in English with Russian subtitles).
Saturday, November 16
Market on the Neva
- November 16-17, 12 - 9 pm
- Sevkabel Port
- Free
Are you looking for souvenirs to bring home? First, check out our article with the best things to bring from St. Petersburg. And if you need more ideas, drop by the Market on the Neva: apart from all kinds of creations from local artisans, you’ll be able to make something yourself at the event’s many creative workshops. Stay for the performance of St. Petersburg’s Neskuchny (“Non-Boring”) choir and many snacks from all corners of the world.
Sunday, November 17
Dialogues about art: Into the Wild
- 1 pm
- New Holland Island (Community Center)
- 200 rubles (entrance fee)
The second in the series of art dialogues by New Holland Island, this one is about adventure as seen in the texts of Jon Krakauer and Henry David Thoreau – find them in suggested reading. A hidden gem for all English-speaking literature connoisseurs, this meeting is sure to be fully booked in no time; don’t hesitate to save your seat by registering here.
Monday, November 18
Aditus. Approach: Concrete and Organics
- October 29 - January 22, Mon-Sun: 11 am - 10 pm
- ArtMuza
- Free
What do concrete and flora have in common? Well, in the eyes of artist Yulia Valerianova, they both reflect the fleeting nature of life, whether in living things or human-made creations. Another reason to go to the exhibition is to take in all the bold, bright colors we all crave in the middle of gray November.
Tuesday, November 19
Ice. Life
- From November 19, Mon-Fri: 12 - 10 pm; Sat-Sun: 11 am - 10 pm
- Sevkabel Port
- 900 rubles (700 rubles for students)
Planet9, famous for their grand exhibitions at Sevkabel Port, are back with another banger: this time, it’s an expo all about ice – in the setting of a spaceship! How was this natural phenomenon perceived through the ages, what role does it play in various industries, art, and sports, and what does it feel like to cross the Arctic Ocean aboard a giant icebreaker? Learn it all and more at the brand-new exhibit.
Wednesday, November 20
TheatreHD: Der Freischütz
- 7 pm
- Rodina cinema
- 900 rubles (tickets here)
What are you saying? You wish for more Halloween vibes? Then get your tickets to the screening of Der Freischütz, an opera by Carl Maria von Weber known for its expressive portrayal of the supernatural and also one of the most well-known German operas. This particular rendition premiered at the prestigious Bregenzer Festspiele music festival. We hope you enjoy the show!
