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‘We Are Building Capitalism!’

Time travel: visit Moscow during the roaring 90s with Robert Stephenson as your guide.
looking back

From the Archive: A Real Russian Winter From the 90s

This winter has been one of the warmest in Moscow's history. Here's a look back at what a real winter used to look like in Russia's capital.
Fantasy land

Immersive Pushkin-Themed Park to Open in St. Petersburg in 2023

The iconic Russian writer's fairy-tale universe will be brought to life in a sprawling new park.
ladies only

Belarussian Writer Alexievich Starts All-Women Publishing House

“Men, they are everywhere, and women’s works are rarely published,” the writer said.
OBITUARY

Soviet Film Director Konstantin Bromberg Dies at 80

He is most famous for his legendary films “The Adventures of the Robot Electronic” and “Wizards.”
Best of the Arts 2019

The Best Art Innovation: Mobile Theater

Theater through your cell: follow the walking route and listen to the story.
Best of the Arts 2019

The Year's Best Art Scandal: Moscow Art Biennale

What is usually a multi-venue show was confined to one hall this year.
Best of the Arts 2019

The Year's Best in Art Collectors and Their Works

Moscow and St. Petersburg celebrated Russia's far-sighted collectors of art.
Best of the Arts 2019

The Year's Best in Music Festivals

A young music fest won awards this year.
AWARDS SEASON

‘Chernobyl’ Scores Best Miniseries Golden Globe

Actor Stellan Skarsgard also won the best supporting actor award for his role on the show.
Best of the Arts 2019

Best Retrospective: Vasily Polenov

See this show before the last-week lines.
Best of the Arts 2019

The Year's Most Daring Art Heist: Arkhip Kuindzhi's "Ai-Petri"

The painting was quickly recovered, and the museum changed security measures.
Best of the Arts 2019

The Year's Best in Cinema: "The Frenchman"

One of the best films of 2019 was a black and white film about the Thaw period.
Looking ahead

2020: The Year in Culture

What we're going to line up to see in 2020.
holiday shopping

Miniature Miracles: Russian Painted Lacquer Boxes

Everything you need to know about those iconic — literally! — lacquer boxes.
happy new year

Moscow Is Ready to Celebrate the New Year

There's just one more day before the New Year — the main Russian holiday. The city is decorated with Christmas trees, lights, seasonal markets and even...
Best of the Arts 2019

The Year's Best in Cinema: 'The Humorist' Directorial Debut

Catch it online if you missed it in the theaters.
Best of the Arts 2019

The Year's Most Scandalous Film: 'Text'

Gritty film about Russia today.
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Savory Kutiya for Kolodia and Christmas

What's kutiya? And Kolodia? Can I eat them? Do I want to? Jennifer Eremeeva tells all deliciously.
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