PREVIEW OF EVENTS (03/27/05)

PREVIEW OF EVENTS

Thursday, March 31

NEW YORK: The Ukrainian Studies Program at Columbia University will host a talk, followed by a reception, with the popular Ukrainian singer Maria Burmaka. During this event, which kicks off Ms. Burmaka's visit to North America, the artist will discuss the influence of music on the Orange Revolution and meet with the public. Ms. Burmaka, who graced the stage in Kyiv during recent demonstrations in Ukraine, is traveling to New York City as part of a concert tour titled "Maria Burmaka Songs and Stories from the Orange Revolution." The talk will be held in the Harison Room, Columbia University Faculty House, 400 W. 117th St., at 6:30 p.m.

Thursday, April 7

NEW YORK: The Ukrainian Film Club of Columbia University presents a program titled "Contemporary Ukraine as Reflected in Its New Cinema," featuring the most recent films by Valentyn Vasyanovych, Olena Fetysova, Oles Sanin and Serhiy Bukovsky; the screenings will be followed by a discussion. Mr. Vasyanovych's "Counterclockwise" (2004), which won the Special Jury Prize at the 17th International Short Film Festival at Clermont-Ferrand (France) in February, is about the proverbial odd man-out who tries to escape from the oppressive predictability of everyday life into the world of art. Ms. Fetysova's "If I Were a Saxophone" (2004) is a heart-warming story about a gifted musician Veronika Kozhukhariova from Symferopol, Ukraine, who follows her passion for playing the saxophone and eventually wins the admiration of audiences. Those who know Mr. Sanin as the director of "Mamay," will be interested to discover him as a documentary filmmaker. His film "Sin" is a disturbing, at times, surrealist, tribute to his mentor Leonid Osyka, and the work "Christmas" is a captivating portrayal of the Hutsuls. A documentary film by the accomplished Mr. Bukovsky, will also been screened. Bukovsky's "Red Soil" is a close look at Ukrainian communities in Brazil. Introductory remarks will be given by Dr. Yuri Shevchuk, lecturer of Ukrainian language and culture at Columbia University. The films will be shown in their original Ukrainian versions with English subtitles. The event is free and open to the public. Screenings are held at 702 Hamilton Hall, 1130 Amsterdam Ave., starting at 7:30 p.m. For more information visit http://www.columbia.edu/cu/ufc, or call Diana Howansky, (212) 854-4697.

Friday, April 8

CLEVELAND: Ukrainian-born singer Mariana Sadovska will lead a singing workshop emphasizing "white voice" (open throat) singing of folk musical traditions. Based on her experience with the Gardzienice Theater of Poland, Ms. Sadovska has developed a system of exercises for enabling participants to discover the connections between movement and singing, gesture and sound, rhythm and breath. Ms. Sadovska has led workshops at the Grotowski Center, Poland; Giving Voice Festival, Great Britain; International Workshop Festival, Israel; and the Royal Shakespeare Company, London. Participants do not need to be able to read music or be fluent in Ukrainian to take part in the current workshop. Workshop fee: $20. The workshop will take place at the Old Parish Hall, 6205 Detroit Ave. For more information or to reserve a space in the workshop call Nadia, (216) 832-4225, or e-mail [email protected].

Saturday, April 9

NEW YORK: The Shevchenko Scientific Society invites the public to a conference titled "Ancient Ukraine: New Perspectives." Comprising the program are the following presentations: "The Pontic Steppe and Trypillian Culture: Aspects of Interaction," Yuriy Rassamakin, Institute of Archaeology (IA), Ukrainian Academy of Sciences, Kyiv; "The Scythians of the Pontic Steppe," Yuriy Boltryk, IA, Kyiv; "Scythian Culture," Olena Fialko, IA, Kyiv; "Olbia Pontica: An Overview of the Latest Finds and Analyses," Valentyna Krapivina, IA, Kyiv; "The Treasures of Sarmatian Nobility," Dr. Oleksandr Symonenko, IA, Kyiv; and, "On An Ancient Greek Inscription with Reference to Apollo Found on Berezan Island," Dr. Lada Onyshkevych, University of Pennsylvania. Also participating will be world-renowned expert on Scythians Dr. Alexander Leskov, University of Pennsylvania, and Dr. Renata Holod, curator of Islamic Art, University of Pennsylvania Museum, and professor, history of art department, University of Pennsylvania. The conference will be held at the society's building, 63 Fourth Ave. (between Ninth and 10th streets), at 4 p.m. For additional information call (212) 254-5130.
YONKERS, N.Y.: The Skomorokhy youth group of the Yonkers branch of the Ukrainian American Youth Association will deliver a presentation on the series of events comprising the Orange Revolution that eventually led to the election of Viktor Yushchenko as the new president of Ukraine. Forming part of the presentation will also be the role played by local Ukrainian American residents, including participants who served as election monitors in Ukraine. The presentation, titled "Road to Democracy: Understanding the Role of the Orange Revolution in the Ukrainian Presidential Election 2004," will be held at the Yonkers Public Library, Riverfront Branch, 1 Larkin Center, fourth floor. It will begin after a luncheon reception that is slated for 2 p.m. All are welcome to attend. Also, a monthlong poster exhibit of the Orange Revolution will be on display at the library beginning April 3. For additional information contact Orest or Maryka Kozicky, (914) 969-3606.
CLEVELAND: Singer Mariana Sadovska has spent years collecting ancient folk songs in rural Ukraine and Poland. Combining storytelling with singing, her performances are a theatrical expression of her inner desire to connect the past with the present through music. Ms. Sadovska will present some of these musical treasures at Orthodox, a concert venue located at 6203 Detroit Ave. Tickets: $15, general admission. For more information or ticket reservations call Nadia, (216) 832-4225, or e-mail [email protected].

Sunday, April 10

STAMFORD, Conn.: The Eparchy of Stamford invites women of all ages to a day of sharing and discovery titled "Ukrainian Catholic Women: Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow." The event will be held at St. Basil College, 195 Glenbrook Road., at 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. Program includes: participatory workshops, special session for young women, divine liturgy, luncheon and social hour, keynote speech by Iryna Galadza, concluding panel, open forum with audience question-and-answer period. Topics include: child-rearing issues faced by young mothers, understanding Eastern traditions, seeking spiritual insights, creating caring parish communities, and more. Cost: $15 (includes lunch). Pre-register with your pastor or the eparchy. For additional information contact the Rev. Jonathan Morse or Maryana German, (203) 325-2116; e-mail Maryana at [email protected]; or visit the Stamford Eparchy website, www.stamforddio.org.
CHICAGO: The Ukrainian Institute of Modern Art is pleased to present the exhibition "Aka Pereyma - 40 Years of Creativity: 1965-2005," featuring the work of the artist in such media as pysanky, sculpture and painting. The exhibit will be on view through May 22. The artist, who lives in Troy, Ohio, will be present at the opening reception to be held April 24 at 1- 6 p.m. As part of the exhibition opening, Ms. Pereyma will speak about her work at 4 p.m. The public is cordially invited. The institute is located at 2320 W. Chicago Ave. For additional information call UIMA, (773) 227-5522, or visit www.uima-art.org.

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