Editor’s Note: Ukraine remains under quarantine scheduled at least until Feb. 28. The entertainment industry operates under new measures that include physical distancing and limits on the number of attendees. To let us know about upcoming shows, exhibitions, concerts, movie screenings, festivals and parties, please send an e-mail to [email protected].
Party with 20ft Radio at HVLV bar
This Saturday, the always noisy and crowded HVLV (Khvylovyi) Bar is throwing a party together with 20ft Radio, a Kyiv-based radio station that broadcasts music from a 20-foot container. The musical trinity of Misha Bondariev, Vitalii Nemchenko and David Shamiev performed at HVLV many times and are returning to their beloved spot this weekend. “If these three are on the lineup, the party will be lit for sure!” HVLV wrote on Telegram.
Party with 20ft Radio. HVLV (18 Verkhnii Val St.) Feb. 20. 8 p.m. Hr 150. Visitors must be over 21
“Irreversible: Straight Cut” is the new version of Gaspar Noé’s legendary psychological thriller that will be screened in Kyiv’s Kino 42 cinema with English subtitles. (Courtesy)
‘Irreversible: Straight Cut’
The legendary psychological thriller of Gaspar Noé, “Irreversible: Straight Cut” is on the big screen again. Starring the iconic duo of Monica Belucci and Vincent Cassel, the drama follows two men looking for revenge after the violent rape of a girlfriend. Unlike its original 2002 version that shows events in reverse order, the “straight cut” puts them chronologically. Gaspar’s unparalleled style with terrifying red light and high-frequency noise has remained. The film sparked controversy upon release, receiving polarizing reviews. Though praised for its directorial work and moral message, the drama was also criticized for its extremely graphic portrayal of violence — during its premiere at the Cannes Film Festival, 200 viewers left the screening. The film will be screened in French with English and Ukrainian subtitles.
“Irreversible: Straight Cut.” Kino 42 (11B Kostiantynivska St.) Feb. 18-24. Hr 120. Check screenings and get tickets at www.bit.ly/irreversible42
“Standard Deviation” exhibition brings together digital art that reflects on the consequences of the global pandemic. The exhibition will run in Kyiv’s nameless club on Kyrylivska Street. (Courtesy)
‘Standard Deviation’ exhibition
Kyiv’s nameless electronic music club on Kyrylivska Street, known for star lineups and LGBTQ-friendly policies, launches a temporary exhibition of digital art curated by the Standard Deviation music label. The exhibition features virtual reality and audiovisual pieces reflecting on the impact of the pandemic on the world. “Standard Deviation” will open up with a party on Feb. 26 featuring performances by the label-affiliated musicians including Voin Oruwu, Nastya Vogan, John Object and others.
“Standard Deviation” exhibition. 41 Kyrylivska St. Feb. 27 – Feb. 28. March 5 – March 7. Fri. 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. Sat-Sun. 1 p.m. – 8 p.m. Entrance – Hr 100. The opening party will be held on Feb. 26. 10 p.m. Entrance – Hr 250
The Aprize music award, founded by the online Radio Aristocrats, celebrates the Ukrainian music scene and rewards the country’s best album every year. (Veronika Strashko)
Aprize Music Awards
Every year Radio Aristocrats hold the Aprize Music Awards to celebrate Ukraine’s best releases of the past year. Aimed to discover new names and support the independent music scene, the award’s team goes through hundreds of records to pick the most worthy. Apart from its main award for best album, Radio Aristocrats will introduce a new nomination this time, Aprize One To Watch, which will be handed to the most impressive beginner. The award ceremony will feature a number of live performances from Ukrainian music gems including electronic musicians Sivash and Polygrim, electronic experimental band Ragapop and indie-pop group Our Atlantic.
Aprize Music Awards. Mezzanine (31 Nyzhnoiurkivska St.) Feb. 26. 8 p.m. Hr 300. Get tickets at www.concert.ua/uk/booking/aprize-5-rokiv.
