Thursday, October 12
Exhibition: Complementary Forms. Russian Sculpture of the 20th Century
- Until December 3, 12 pm - 9 pm (Mon-Fri), 11 am - 9 pm (Sat-Sun)
- The Manege Central Exhibition Hall
- 500 rubles (250 rubles) – tickets here
With the chronicles of the 20th century as its leitmotif, the exhibition aims to merge two forms of art – sculpture and film – with its selection of more than 300 artworks created throughout the 20th century and brought from all across Russia. The display is divided into eight zones – Scenario Plan (historical context), Characters (busts of renowned sculptors), Lead Roles (models of implemented and unrealized monuments), and more – each exploring a different landmark of 20th-century culture.
Friday, October 13
Exhibition: Pavel Kuznetsov (1878–1968)
- Until January 29, 2024, 10 am - 8 pm (Mon), 10 am - 6 pm (Wed, Fri-Sun), 1-9 pm (Thu)
- Benois Wing (Russian Museum)
- 450 rubles (220 rubles) – tickets here
For the first time in 30 years, the Russian State Museum presents a monographic exhibition of works by Pavel Kuznetsov, a prominent Russian painter of the 20th century and an avid follower of symbolism. The display showcases the artist’s career curve, from his early art journeys in the East to Soviet-themed paintings.
Saturday, October 14
Festival of all things French
- 10 am - 10 pm
- Kirov Palace of Culture
- Free
From croissants and baguettes to French conversations and Breton dances, we invite you to indulge yourself in la belle vie at the festival of everything French at Kirov Palace of Culture. The all-day celebration will be filled with ultimate French foods, insightful talks on the culture of France, board games and detective stories, as well as a dance workshop and live music.
Sunday, October 15
Market by the Sea
- October 14-15, 12-9 pm
- Sevkabel Port
- Free
Market lovers, all aboard for a weekend of fun, thrifting, and comfort food! This weekend, Market by the Sea will traditionally offer more than 150 stalls packed with locally produced goods, ranging from ceramics and home decor to clothing, along with a fun-packed entertainment program: live music and workshops. A vinyl & vintage pop-up will enter the stage for the first time this fall.
Monday, October 16
On the big screen: King on Screen (2022)
- 4 pm
- Lenfilm Studio
- 270 rubles
As we approach the big day, we invite you to step into the world of Stephen King for a little fright – and postponed Friday 13th scares. Next Monday, you can watch a relatively new documentary about the great and terrible, titled King on Screen (2022), to thoroughly explore his cinematic legacy – from Carrie to It.
Tuesday, October 17
On the big screen: Swan Lake (1966)
- 7 pm
- Avrora Cinema
- 600-1,500 rubles
Arguably one of, if not the, most famous ballet of all times (remember the 89 curtain calls that took the ballet show into the Guinness Book of Records), Swan Lake – or more precisely its 1966 production – is to grace the big screen next Tuesday to the delight of movie lovers and theater-goers alike. A compelling story of tragic love will once again unfold before the eyes of spectators – and iconic choreography and music will leave them wowing.
Wednesday, October 18
Immersive exhibition: Harmony
- Until February 15, see the schedule here
- Brusnitsyn Culture Quarter
- 600-700 rubles (500 rubles for students) – tickets here
Embark on a splendid, incomparable journey to the universe of human consciousness, explore thyself, and expose the hidden through psychology – all at the Harmony exhibition, which offers a spectacular video, light, and music experience.
