FILMS

“Breakfast on Pluto”

“Strange boy” Cillian Murphy stars as the much stranger character Patrik “Kitten” Braden in a movie by Irish director Neil Jordan whose most famous work to day is “Interview with the Vampire.” In “Breakfast in Pluto” he continues exploring the topic of wild human nature only in this case in a much lighter and more pleasant form. Patrik Braden – a foster child who grew up in a small town in Ireland, realizes his transvestite aspirations in the swinging 60’s of London and encounters all kinds of adventures with such grace and style, that it’s hardly possible to take your eyes off him, even if you don’t approve of transvestites in general.

Various cinemas.

Please, see movie listings for more information.

Movie in German: “Die Fetten Jahre Sind Vorbei” (The Educators)

“The Educators” whose original German name is translated as “The Rich Years Have Passed” is the story of modern young rebels, who break into the apartments of rich people not to rob them, but to “educate” them though rearranging the furniture and leaving obscure messages. Of the three young actors featured in the movie, the only familiar face is Daniel Bruhl – the star of the nostalgic comedy “Goodbye Lenin,” which was equally highly critically acclaimed, but failed to impress me. Now let’s see if “The Educators” will.

Zhovten (26 Konstantynivska, 425-8909).

Please, see movie listings for more information.

SPORT

SUNDAY 30

Formula 1 Germany Grand Prix

The team headed by Michael Schumacher, representing Ferrari, gained one more victory in France having pushed Fernando Alonso in his Renault to second place. The twelfth lap, taking place in Germany, will be represented with a route of 4574 m. During the 67 rounds the racers should contribute more points to their general results but the main struggle will obviously take place again between Alonso and Schumacher.

Megasport channel at 2:45 p.m.

Heavyweight Boxing: Ibragimov vs. Austin

According to some boxing sites the IBF Number One Bout between the unbeaten 2000 Olympic Silver Medalist, Sultan Ibragimov and rugged contender Ray Austin will take place at the end of July and promises a lot of excitement for boxing fans because this match will also name the number one contender to fight the boxing superstar Volodymyr Klichko.

1+1 channel at 7 a.m. and 10:50 p.m.

SATURDAY 29

Drag Racing Cup of Ukraine

After defining the first favorites during the first laps of the Drag Racing Cup, the fourth lap will offer a bigger variety in the show involving beginners who are just starting their drag racing careers. Consequently, the organizers will conduct the National Drag Racing Series for these racers.

Chayka (motor-racing circuit; metro Svyatoshyno, then take bus #37).

11 a.m. For more information call 240-1340.

GALLERY

THURSDAY 27

“Escaping the Thunderstorm.” Paintings by Ilona Silvashi

Ilona Silvashi, Ukrainian artist who often appeals to the mysterious topics in her works will conduct an exhibition of her paintings called “Escaping the Thunderstorm.” the Bright colors and unusual figures in her paintings call for viewers’ imagination and philosophical thoughts.

Tryptykh (34 Andriyivsky Uzviz, 279-8385).

Through August 8.

Paintings by Rafael Bagautdinov

Right before his 75th birthday Ukrainian artist Rafael Bagautdinov prepared for an exhibition that will feature eighty of his works that are not only famous in Ukraine but also in US, Germany and France. This master of realism has gained recognition as a “poet of female beauty.” Bagautdinov’s works are kept in museums and private collections in different countries all over the world.

Literature Museum (11 Bohdana Khmelnytskoho, 235-1370).

Through August 18.

Paintings by Anna Kryvolap

Anna Kryvolap, the daughter of the famous Kyiv artist Anatoliy Kryvolap, follows in the footsteps of her father and devotes most of her time to painting. As a result, she presents her abstract pictures created in bright, rich colors at the Art-Blues Gallery. Despite being a rather young artist, Anna Kryvolap can boast her participation at exhibitions in different countries and her pictures can be found in private collections on different continents.

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

Through August 7.

CLUB

FRIDAY 28

Cocktail Party

One of the biggest clubs in Europe due to the surface area it occupies, Kyiv club “5th Element” invites everyone to a Cocktail Party which is held every Friday during the hot summer days. The event takes place at an open terrace by the swimming pool and offers light music and interesting show programs. Just mind the dress code and come in your bikini or swimming trunks.

5th Element (Rybalsky Peninsula, 29A Elektrykiv, 537-3091).

9 p.m. Through August 18.

Smash TV

The Berlin label Bpitch Control which promotes electro and techno music will bring one of its stars Holger Zilske a.k.a. Smash TV to play in Kyiv. The Smash TV project started as a duo, but after the other half of the duo – Michael Schmidt left, Zilkse had to work for the two, trying to keep up with the original style. He recorded his album “Bits for Breakfast,” worked with Ellen Allien on her album “Thrills” and toured through America and Europe till finally he reached Ukraine’s capital.

Wenzel (66 Velyka Vasylkivska, 287-2520).

10 p.m. Please, call for ticket information.

Felix Da Housecat

Club music superstar, Felix Stallings, a.k.a Felix Da Housecat, will come to Kyiv again to play his electro music which he proudly calls “the music of today.” Having started as a timid 15-year-old Chicago deejay, Felix, now 30, is known for the remixes he’s made for such stars as The Pet Shop Boys, Garbage, Diana Ross and is called the favorite electro deejay of America BPM magazine.

Kaif (20 Artema, 482-0001).

10 p.m. Tickets Hr 70 to 100 (with flyer –50% discount).

SATURDAY 29

Robbie Rivera

The founder of the Juicy Music label, the deejay Robbie Rivera from Miami who over the past few years has provided the world’s dance floors with some of the hottest tracks and remixes including “Feel This,” “Girlfriend,” and “Vertigo,” will spin his energetic house in Kyiv. He combines hard electro elements with a rasta-style vocal that can please both fans of house and reggae.

Orangereya (4 Baseyna, 230-9502).

10 p.m. Please, call for ticket information.

LIVE MUSIC

FRIDAY 28

Neon

The Kyiv underground band Neon, known in the narrow circles of music fans, will perform at the Kyiv club 44. The choice of the venue for the concert in this case is not accidental because one of Neon’s band members works as a sound producer at 44 and therefore feels quite at home there.

44 (44 Khreshchatyk, 279-4137).

10 p.m. Tickets Hr 20.

SUNDAY 30

Kiev Salsa Kings

Kiev Salsa Kings, a band of seven professional musicians, plays hot Cuban and Latin American music, which helps create a sexy and cheerful atmosphere of festivals from faraway countries. Formed in 2005 Salsa Kings started playing ethnic salsa music and gained recognition due to their ability to perform popular rhythms in the most authentic manner.

44 (44 Khreshchatyk, 279-4137).

10 p.m. Please, call for ticket information.

MONDAY 31

Final Concert

The National House of Organ and Chamber Music finishes the season with a grand concert which will involve such laureates of international performances such as Nataliya Lavrenova, Ihor Ishchak, Vitaliy Chikirov and many others. The program of the concert features classical music works from the Baroque to the present. The Kyiv Chamber Band will also be on stage that night.

National House of Organ and Chamber Music of Ukraine (77 Vasylkivska, 528-3186).

7:30 p.m. Please, call for ticket information.

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