Russian Centre for Science and Culture in Malta

🎭📚 Russian House in Valletta hosted a delightful Pushkin Salon, offering an enchanting evening of poetry, music, and theatre. ✨
🌿 The centrepiece of the programme was a theatrical adaptation of Alexander Pushkin’s beloved tale "The Lady Peasant", inviting the audience to experience the timeless charm of Russian classical literature and its memorable characters.
🎶 Adding to the magic of the evening were musical settings of Pushkin’s poetry, beautifully performed by distinguished Maltese artists. Joseph Lia gave a moving interpretation of "My Heart Burns with the Fire of Desire", the talented young Michael Vella Gatt touched the audience with "I Loved You", while Olga Agafonova captivated the audience with her performances of "I Remember a Wonderful Moment" and "To the Fountain of the Bakhchisarai Palace". 🎼💖
👏 Special appreciation goes to the accompanists: Irina Pereverzeva, Alena Vella, and Leonid Slavinsky, whose artistry and sensitive musicianship helped create the evening’s warm and intimate atmosphere.
🎬 The programme was further enriched by selected scenes from the 1995 film adaptation of "The Lady Peasant", giving guests a fresh perspective on one of Pushkin’s most cherished works.
🤝 Once again, the Pushkin Salon brought together lovers of Russian culture, literature, and music, creating an inspiring space for artistic exchange and shared appreciation. ✨

📕A special literary salon celebrating the work of Korney Chukovsky was held in Russian House in Valletta.

🧚During the event, guests explored the life and stories of one of Russia’s most beloved children’s authors. They discovered fascinating facts about his fairy tales and met some of the memorable characters from his books. For many young attendees, this was their first introduction to Chukovsky’s work in Russian.

✨The children enjoyed listening to fairy tale The Telephone☎️, taking part in interactive quizzes and literary games, and identifying characters from illustrations and props. A particular highlight was a screening of the animated classic 🧼🧽 Moidodyr, which inspired a lively discussion about the characters.

The event was filled with warmth, laughter, and enthusiasm, leaving the children with wonderful memories, new knowledge, and plenty of positive emotions. 💫

✨Дорогие друзья!
Русский Дом в Валлетте приглашает вас на увлекательные мероприятия в июне 2026 года!

✨ Dear friends!
Russian House in Valletta invites you to exciting events in June 2026!

🎨 Dear friends,
Join us for a family-friendly acrylic painting workshop on canvas “A Taste of Summer”.✨
Children and adults alike are invited to create vibrant paintings inspired by summer fruits and berries: strawberries, cherries, peaches, grapes, lemons, oranges, and more. 🍓🍒🍑🍇🍋🍊
No previous painting experience is needed. The workshop is suitable for all skill levels, and everyone will leave with their own unique artwork to take home. 💛

📅 3 June at 10:30
📅 5 June at 18:00
📍 Russian House in Valletta
(36 Merchants Street)
💶 €20 per person
(Includes all materials, tea, and refreshments)

📞 Booking is essential: +356 9999 2130

🎶 Russian House in Valletta hosted the annual “Orange Concert” performed by the RCSC Children’s Choir in celebration of International Children’s Day. 👧👦 The event opened with welcoming remarks from Dr. Irina Pereverzeva, Director of Russian House in Valletta, who congratulated the children on the successful completion of the academic year, thanked them for their enthusiasm and creativity, and wished them every success in the future. 🌟
🎤 The concert began with performances by the children’s choir, led by Olga Agafonova. Their lively and heartfelt songs filled the hall with warmth and festive spirit, creating a joyful atmosphere for the audience.
🎹 The programme continued with performances by students from Marina Ivanova’s piano class. The young pianists proudly demonstrated the progress they had made throughout the year, impressing the audience with their confidence, musicality, and dedication.
🏅 One of the highlights of the afternoon was the presentation of awards. Children who had excelled in competitions and creative projects during the year were recognised with certificates and sweet treats. 🍬 The teachers were also thanked for their hard work, commitment, and inspiration, which play such an important role in nurturing young talent. 💐
🧡 As has become a much-loved tradition, the concert concluded with a performance of the “Orange Song,” bringing all participants together on stage. The cheerful finale provided a fitting end to a celebration filled with music, creativity, and happy smiles. 😊

🎹 A piano recital by Vyacheslav Apostel-Pankratovsky, a graduate of the Gnesin Russian Academy of Music, took place at the Russian House in Valletta on 29 May.

🎼 The programme brought together works from a range of musical periods and traditions, highlighting the richness and variety of the contemporary piano repertoire. Particular emphasis was placed on transcriptions and arrangements, offering fresh interpretations of familiar works.

🎵 The recital included works by Johann Sebastian Bach in arrangements by Ferruccio Busoni and Alexander Siloti, George Bassman’s lyrical I’m Getting Sentimental Over You, Alan Menken’s How Does a Moment Last Forever, a romance by Mikhail Glinka arranged by Vladimir Solovyov, the Waltz from Tchaikovsky’s The Sleeping Beauty in a transcription by Georgy Bruns, and Rachmaninoff’s celebrated Vocalise in Alan Richardson’s arrangement.

🌸 A particular highlight for many in the audience was Sakura from The Seasons by contemporary Russian composer Vladimir Titov.

👏 The concert was warmly received, with the audience expressing great appreciation for both the performer’s artistry and the originality of the programme.

✨ We extend our sincere thanks to Vyacheslav Apostel-Pankratovsky and look forward to welcoming him back to the Russian House in Valletta for future performances.

📚 Russian House in Valletta hosted a Literary Salon marking the 140th anniversary of the birth of the distinguished Russian poet, critic, and memoirist Vladislav Khodasevich.
✨ During the evening, guests explored key moments in Khodasevich’s life and literary career, discussed his contribution to 20th-century Russian literature, and reflected on the enduring influence of the Pushkin tradition in his work.
🎙️📖 The programme featured readings of Khodasevich’s poetry, accounts from his contemporaries, and a documentary film that offered a deeper understanding of the poet’s life, legacy, and the historical context in which he lived and wrote.
🌍🕰️ Particular interest was sparked by discussions on emigration, cultural memory, and the preservation of the Russian language and literary heritage beyond Russia’s borders.
💬 Guests actively participated in the conversation, sharing their thoughts on why Khodasevich’s poetry continues to speak to readers today. The evening concluded with tea and informal discussion.

🎭 Celebrating the 90th Anniversary of Stanislav Govorukhin
Join us for a special screening of the acclaimed comedy-drama “The Actress”, opening our film series dedicated to the legendary Russian filmmaker Stanislav Govorukhin.

About the film:
Warm, witty, and deeply touching, “The Actress” tells the story of Anna, a talented stage actress whose professional and personal life never seems to go quite right. But over the course of one unforgettable evening, everything begins to change.
A heartfelt tribute to the world of theatre and acting, the film features an outstanding ensemble cast including Yevgeniya Dobrovolskaya, Maria Aronova, Yuri Stepanov, Dmitry Pevtsov, and Aleksandr Abdulov.
“The Actress” received widespread critical acclaim and won several prestigious awards, including prizes at the Window to Europe Film Festival, the Nika and Golden Eagle awards.

📅 4 June 2026
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 Russian House in Valletta
🗣 In Russian with English subtitles
🎟 Free admission

📞 Enquiries: +356 2112 2030

✨ Дорогие друзья!
Приглашаем вас окунуться в атмосферу русской классики, музыки и светского вдохновения на вечере «Летний Пушкинский салон».

В программе:
📕чтение отрывков из произведения А.С. Пушкина «Барышня-крестьянка»
🎶музыкальные номера
✨уютная атмосфера литературного салона XIX века

🗓️ 3 июня
⏰ 19:00
📍 Русский Дом в Валлетте
(36, Мерчант стрит, Валлетта)
💶 донейшн
Мероприятие на русском языке.

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