FILM
FRIDAY 25
Premiere: “Lady in the Water”
Indian-born writer and director M. Night Shyamalan, known for his mystical stories with unexpected endings such as “The Sixth Sense” and “The Village,” presents his new film. It stars Bryce Dallas Howard, who skillfully portrayed the blind girl in “The Village” and Paul Giamatti, who rose to stardom in “Sideways” after many years as a supporting actor. In the fairytale “Lady in the Water,” he plays a humble building superintendent who rescues a young woman (Howard) from a pool, only to find that she’s a magical creature trying to make her way home.

Various cinemas. Please see “Movies” for more information.

GALLERIES

FRIDAY 25

“Cosmography. The Writing of the Universe.” Paintings by Gilah Yelin Hirsch

Gilah Yelin Hirsch, an American artist, writer and photographer, debuts her work in Ukraine. A veteran of over 40 personal exhibitions, she has also contributed to more than 150 group shows all over the world. The artist is a Professor of Art at California State University and her work has been published in many books and magazines. Her paintings appear internationally in private collections. More than thirty pieces will be on display at the gallery “Soviart” whose director hopes that the exhibition will move Ukrainian visitors to think about the meaning of life and the role of humans in the universe.

Soviart (22A Andriyivsky Uzviz, 425-2219). Through August 28.

Please call for ticket information.

“Sunny Sails.” Paintings by Dmytro Dobrovolsky

In this exhibition, Kyiv artist Dmytro Dobrovolsky offers his fans colorful paintings resembling mosaics. The motif can easily be traced back to the years when the artist studied restoration at the Ukrainian Academy of Fine Arts. Dobrovolsky’s works have always been full of bright and vivid colors. According to him, color is the essence from which the plot of each picture develops.

Tryptykh (34 Andriyivsky Uzviz, 279-0759). Through September 5.

“Self-Portrait Assimilation.” Graphics and photos by Svitlana Fesenko

Ukrainian artist Svitlana Fesenko invites the audience to explore her psyche through the works presented at her new exhibition “Self-Portrait Assimilation.” According to Fesenko, no matter what an artist paints, each work is a self-portrait. Every piece displayed at the exhibition holds a part of its creator and represents a fragment of her personality.

Art-Blues (38 Andriyivsky Uzviz, 279-7388). Through September 4.

“Still Life.” Paintings by Roman Laciak

The dean of the Krakow Academy of Fine Arts Roman Laciak unveils his first personal exhibition in Kyiv. Through his paintings, Laciak interprets his experiences teaching art students in the Faculty of Painting. The simple name of the project prepares the audience for images of a particular genre, but they are surprisingly bright with color and exuberant energy.

Irena (35 Artema, 484-0010). Through September 6.

CLUBS

SATURDAY 26

Teebee

Torgeir Byrknes, aka deejay Teebee, known as the father of Norwegian drum’n’bass music will play his dark and futuristic tracks at the Kyiv club Most. Teebee began his career as a deejay in 1990, and released his first record in 1996. He was one of the first drum’n’bass producers from outside the UK to rise to the scene’s A-list.

Most (Petrivka metro, Moscow bridge, Park Druzhby Narodiv). 10 p.m.

Tickets Hr 80 (with flyer before midnight – Hr 60, after midnight – Hr 70).

SUNDAY 27

Mylo

The Scottish electronic musician Mylo, originally Myles MacInnes, will visit Ukraine as part of his round-the-world tour of music festivals. He gained popularity with the 2004 release of his album “Destroy Rock & Roll” and with his remixes for Scissor Sisters and The Killers. One of his most notable works is a 2004 remix of Kylie Minogue’s #2 UK hit “I Believe in You.” Mylo’s music has can be characterized as rich, varied and well-balanced, as if he had an army of engineers at his side.

Yevropeyska Ploshcha (Maidan Nezalezhnosti metro). 8 p.m.

Free admission.

LIVE MUSIC

FRIDAY 25

The band Skay will come to the Ukrainian capital right after performing in their native city of Ternopil on Independence Day. The pop-rock musicians have gained wide recognition in the last year for their romantic ballad “Tebe Tse Mozhe Vbyty (It Can Kill You)” which enjoyed months of play on FM radio stations.

Pobeda (2 Perova Bulvar, Darnytsya metro). 8 p.m.

SATURDAY 26

Mad Heads XL and Frienzy

Two Ukrainian bands – Mad Heads XL and Frienzy – will perform their popular hits and new songs at Docker’s ABC. Mad Heads XL, which has finally found its niche in the Ukrainian music scene, will play its sunny folk-rock, while Frienzy, a young band of professional musicians steadily gaining popularity, will add its unique flair to the performance.

Docker’s ABC (15 Khreshchatyk, 278-1717). 8 p.m.

Please call for ticket information.

SUNDAY 27

Rock Concert

All the fans of youthful rock music and open air concerts shouldn’t miss the gig set to take place at Most skate park. Among the bands taking part in the concert are Dymna Sumish playing hardcore, Etwas Unders playing nu-metal and post grunge, grunge band Scrudg and guests from Moscow Wasabi.

Most (Moskovskiy bridge, Druzhby Narodiv park). 5:30 p.m.,

Hr 25, Hr 20 with flyer.

SPECIAL EVENT

THURSDAY 24 – FRIDAY 25

“Independence Day with Nestor Makhno” fest

Come celebrate Independence Day in the spirit of famous Ukrainian anarchist Nestor Makhno! The festival will take place in Zaporizka oblast and will feature some of the country’s best musical acts, such as Mad Heads XL, Mertviy Piven, Haydamaky, and Hutsul Calypso, to name a few. To invoke the true national idea, the organizers invited the best Ukrainian bards and writers. The festival program will include various competitions, the screening of a film about Makhno, literature evenings and more.

Hulyaypole, Zaporizka oblast.

For further information, please call 235-0240.

SUNDAY 27

Giraffes’ Birthday

Three giraffes from the Kyiv Zoo named Ace, Base and D-Juice, will celebrate their third birthday and their second year at home in Ukraine. The giraffes arrived in Kyiv in 2004, through the generous sponsorship of mobile phone operator Kyivstar. The organizers of the celebration promise plenty of competitions, games and surprises.

Kyiv Zoo (32 Prospekt Peremohy, Politechnichniy Instytut metro, 236-6054). Please call for ticket information.

SPORTS

SATURDAY 26

Wakeboarding: Ukrainian Open 2006

The Federation of Water-Ski Sports of Ukraine announces a championship in various extreme water sports in which everyone can take part and win not only souvenirs, but also cash prizes. Participants will compete in open categories without age limits in wakeskating, wakeboarding and slalom. Judges from Kyiv and Moscow will evaluate the stunts of the participants, who will show off all their best tricks in whatever sequence they prefer. The organizers of the competition hope to popularize extreme water sports in Ukraine while offering enthusiasts a chance to showcase their skills.

Water Area of the Educational and Sport Commercial Club “Ukraine” (Trukhaniv Island).

Slalom at 11 a.m., wakeboarding and wakeskating at 2 p.m. Free admission.

SUNDAY 27

Formula 1 Turkey Grand Prix

After a short break, the participants of Formula 1 return to the track. This time they are going to try their luck in Turkey. Last year, a lap around the Turkish roads showed that they are ready to host the world’s biggest race. Today, various teams confirm that the route to success requires intense concentration.

Formula Club (2 Velyka Okruzhna, 476-3820). Megasport channel at 2:45 p.m.

By Kyivpost