Thursday, March 19
A Private Life
- 7:30 pm
- Lenfilm Cinema
- 500 rubles (tickets here)
Psychoanalyst turns detective in this thrilling crime story starring Jodie Foster (who speaks French in this movie!). Follow her character into the dark secrets of her patients’ lives and discover the truth, however gruesome it may be, this Thursday. Age rating 18+, viewer discretion advised; the movie will be screened in the original language with Russian subtitles.
Friday, March 20
MFamilia: black-and-white photography biennale
- Until March 22, 10 am - 10 pm
- “Books and Graphics Center” Gallery
- 200 rubles (150 rubles for students)
A treat for photography enthusiasts is in town for the week: an exhibition of black-and-white works by artists from various cities in Russia and abroad. Though stripped of color, the photos are no less expressive, and rich in detail, light, and shadow; the exhibition is structured in such a way that the images tell a shared story, playing on each other’s themes.
Saturday, March 21
Exhibition in Gatchina: Alexander III and Pyotr Tchaikovsky
- Until 12 April, 10 am - 6 pm
- Gatchina Palace museum
- 700 rubles
The weather is calling for the season’s first little daytrip! Explore the hidden gem that is Gatchina, a former royal residence near St. Petersburg, and enjoy a culture-rich exhibition at Gatchina Palace. Across several halls, you’ll learn about the era of the Russian emperor Alexander III and famous composer Pyotr Tchaikovsky: from personal stories of their interaction to a broader view of the cultural scene that surrounded it, the display will transport you to the late 19th-early 20th centuries. And, of course, you’ll get to explore the palace itself!
Sunday, March 22
St. Petersburg Baroque Ensemble
- 6 pm
- Community Center, New Holland Island
- 700 rubles (tickets here)
Continuing with the musical theme for the weekend, you’ll get to enjoy baroque music played live by St. Petersburg Baroque Ensemble at a concert centered around Bach’s Suite No. 5 in C Minor and including pieces by various composers. Guests are welcomed from 5:30 pm; come early to get the best seats.
Monday, March 23
Ianis Chamalidy. Non Finito
- Until June 28,
- Erarta Museum
- 2,000 rubles (includes a 6-month pass)
Settle the “is fashion art” debate at this exhibition by Ianis Chamalidy, a St. Peterburg-based designer with international acclaim. In his designs, he strives to express ideas and transmit messages relevant to society today.
Tuesday, March 24
The Tempest at the Globe
- 6:45 pm
- Avrora Cinema
- 700 rubles (tickets here)
The best way to experience Shakespeare is at the Globe Theater – and this week we can virtually travel there to see (and most probably giggle at) The Tempest. As complex as life itself, the play is a comedy that also delves into heavier topics of familial relationships, betrayal, revenge, and forgiveness.
Wednesday, March 25
Light and Velvet. Pastel
- Until April 9, 11 am - 10 pm
- ArtMuza
- Free
An exhibition as light as spring is ongoing at ArtMuza – and it’s all about experimenting with pastels. This art medium allows for a unique way to experiment with color and texture, creating detail-rich canvases with colors that can almost be touched.
