Excursions, Quests, Concerts: Format and Non-Format New Year Events
It’s snowing outside again, a room smells like tangerines, and mood is quite like New Year. However, the first day of winter reminded us not only of the New Year, but also about how much is waiting for us in December. It’s even impossible to manage to visit everything! And not only New Year’s performances are in the list, but excursions, quests, and many-many concerts as well.
New Year’s performances for children
New generation show. Angels of Circus. Kobzov Circus
The best circus of Ukraine is going to present an unforgettable show for the whole family for two more weeks! Clowns, jugglers, acrobats, tightrope walkers, even celestial ballet are in the program. Even more – special photo zones and photos with artists. Also, several circus exhibitions for children are working in the complex – Transformers, Dinopark, terrarium and a room of laughter.
Where: Sky Mall
When: every day till December 13; 7 p.m.
How much: 69-449 UAH.
Sand Animation Tale Alice in Wonderland
Kateryna Dziuba, a winner of international competition in sand animation, has already told the fairy tale to European audience and decided to return with it to Ukraine. Pictures smoothly change each another, while young viewers hear voices of professional actors and beautiful music.
Where: Tchaikovsky National Music Academy of Ukraine
When: December 5, 7; 2 p.m.
How much: 200 UAH.
Morozko, or The Winter Tale
Chernihiv Regional Academic Ukrainian Music and Drama Theatre named after Taras Shevchenko will tell a story of friendship and magic, based on favorite folk tales. Music and dancing, jokes and fairy. Christmas mood is guaranteed.
Where: Central House of Officers of the Armed Forces of Ukraine
When: December 6; 11 a.m.
How much: 70-150 UAH.
STB Winter Country
One of the leading TV channels of Ukraine decided to present one of its biggest projects so far. The territory of winter fun will be opened until spring! The largest skating rink, snow slides, the residence of Santa Claus, fairs, food court, and children’s pavilion will be waiting for visitors till the beginning of spring. Starting from December 19, 3D-show The Guardians of Dreams will be held here daily.
Where: Expocenter of Ukraine [Also known as VDNKh]
When: since December 10; 10 a.m. – 11 p.m.
How much: 90-450 UAH.
Entrance: weekdays – 25 UAH;
Weekends – 40 UAH for children older than 4; 70 UAH for adults;
Entrance and entertainment: 60-130 UAH on weekdays, 60-160 UAH on weekends
Special events: 100-200 UAH.
How Ivasyk Got Into Fairy Tale
Premiere of the first Ukrainian children’s musical is dedicated to St. Nicholas’ Day. The performance by young dancers of folk dance ensemble Vitaminchyky will tell the story of Ivasyk and his adventures. Wonderful costumes and scenery will make the picture even more fabulous.
Where: Tchaikovsky National Music Academy of Ukraine
When: December 18, 19, 20; 5 p.m.
How much: 60-220 UAH.
Frozen. Another Story
For sure, young visitors will be delighted with the interactive performance game. Children will find themselves in a fantastic world, and this time heroes of the box office hitter of all times in the history of Walt Disney Company will come alive. After performances, everyone can join games, dances, and take photos.
Where: Premier Palace Hotel. Sophia Grand Hall
When: December 19, 20, 26, 27, 29, 30; 11 a.m., 1:30 p.m., 4 p.m.
How much: 150-350 UAH.
St. Nicholas’ Path
The play became a winner of Koronatsia Slowa [eng. – Word Coronation]. All are waiting for Saint Nicholas, but there are so many cunning and evil enemies, who create so many obstacles on his way from heavens down to children. Some of them even decided to hide the stars! Will St. Nicholas find the way?
Where: Central House of Officers of the Armed Forces of Ukraine
When: December 19; 11:30 a.m.
How much: 80-200 UAH.
Incredible flight into the New Year 2016
5th anniversary flight will be navigated by Captain Zhu-Zhu. Fearless Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Winx fairies and many other fantastic characters will also be there. IL-86 invites all dreamers on board. Father Christmas and The Snow Maiden will bring some gifts.
Where: Museum of Aviation
When: December 19, 20, 26, 27; 1:30 a.m.
How much: 280 UAH.
St. Nicholas’ Multi-concert
St. Nicholas has prepared unusual gift for all obedient children – a handful of goodies and songs from favorite cartoons.
Where: Ukrainian House
When: December 19; 3 p.m.
How much: children older than 5 and adults – 80-150 UAH.
New Adventures of Cossacks in Georgia
Traditionally, Ukrainian House introduces world celebration traditions to visitors, every year organizing performances based on folk tales from different countries. This year, Georgia’s time has come. The show, competitions, workshops, and games are waiting for children.
Where: Ukrainian House
When: December 25-29; 4 p.m.
How much: 100-200 UAH.
Magic Night, or Christmas Adventures
Kind, fun, and exciting Christmas program for the whole family – a musical performance based on the play by Maurice Maeterlinck Blue Bird, followed by contests and dances. The tale without evil characters is exactly what children need.
Where: Palace of Culture and Arts of Security Service of Ukraine
When: December 26, 27, 29, 30; 11 a.m.
How much: 60-200 UAH.
Kotygoroshko Comes to Rescue
Modern Ukrainian fairy tale teaches children to be fair and grow patriotic. The main character is a boy who finds himself in a fairy tale, and all actors are children – members of the famous dance ensemble Vitaminchyky.
Where: Tchaikovsky National Music Academy of Ukraine
When: December 26-29; 5 p.m.
How much: 60-220 UAH.
Sleeping Beauty
Modern version of the famous fairy tale is musical with excellent accompaniment, beautiful costumes and the atmosphere of the fairy-tale castle now. And before the performance, all guests are invited to a real royal ball, where they can meet the king and queen.
Where: Fairmont Grand Hotel Kyiv
When: December 27-28; 11 a.m., 2 p.m., 5 p.m.
How much: 150-250 UAH.
Three Nuts for Cinderella
Musical fairy tale based on favorite story will leave neither kids nor adults indifferent. Audience will immerse into strange world of wonders and magical transformations. You will visit the royal ball with Cinderella. The program is interesting, there is a lot of communication with kids, and then they can make some photos with Father Frost and take part in master classes.
Where: Kyivproject Concert Hall
When: December 26-31; 11:30 a.m.
How much: 55-175 UAH.
The Nutcracker: The Mystery of King
Premiere of family musical from Smartville production center. This is not just a story based on the already legendary Hoffmann’s tale, but the story of children’s fears and how to overcome them.
Where: Grand Ballroom INTERCONTINENTAL KYIV
When: December 28-30; 11 a.m., 2 p.m., 5 p.m.
How much: 200-450 UAH.
Excursion to the factory of Christmas decorations
Do you feel like having a little Christmas magic? So what about visiting a place it comes from? One of the four Ukrainian Christmas toys factories is working for over 60 years, and all this time Christmas decorations are made by hand. You can buy something or even do it on your own!
Where: Gathering near the Zhytomyrska Metro Station
When: December 05, 06, 12, 13, 19, 20, 26, 27; 11 a.m.
How much: 175-195 UAH.
Excursion to Chocolate House and a master class in painting gingerbreads
Do you want to find out about the history of Chocolate House? You’ve a chance now! Moreover, you can make a gingerbread cookie. The atmosphere that reigns there is really fantastic; you don’t have to wait long for inspiration. And tasty cookies are always will be the best gift!
Where: 5 Spaska St.
When: December 12; 11 a.m.
How much: 115-135 UAH.
Music, theater
Cantabile Orchestra. Symphonic show: Star Wars
Sometimes it seems that Star Wars universe isn’t fictional. Everything around resembles of the great movie. In addition, the film became a breakthrough and truly legendary saga, which introduced new sound. Brand new soundtracks different from traditional music in sci-fi films were the result of John Williams’ hard work. You can attend the concert and listen to some favorite music before the premiere of a new episode.
Where: Kyiv Rus Cinema
When: December 2; 7 p.m.
How much: 150-450 UAH.
Michael Jackson Cover Show
A great show for Michael Jackson’s fans and all those who like cover songs. Hits by the king of the world pop scene don’t stop sounding, being performed for many years in different versions. This time visitors will see the premier – with live performances, impressive choreography, and lighting installations. Organizers promise the show without analogues.
Where: International Center of Culture and Arts
When: December 4; 7 p.m.
How much: 150-750 UAH.
French music “From Piaf to Mathieu”
Who can sing about feelings better than the French? Luckily, you can listen to the music from the most romantic city in the world will hear in Ukrainian capital. Only pleasant emotional melodies performed by the National Academic Brass Band of Ukraine with vocalists Olena Grebeniuk, Tetiana Boguslavska and Vitaly Kostenko.
Where: International Palace of Culture and the Arts
When: December 6; 7 p.m.
How much: 230-800 UAH
The Guardians of Dreams
The biggest live 3D show will start on St. Nicholas Day and will last until the first days of the New Year. Visitors will see some real magic form favorite participants of talent shows. Music for the play was written by Dmytro Shurov (Pianoboy).
Where: Expocenter of Ukraine [Also known as VDNKh]
When: December 19-31; 4 p.m.
How much: 350-650 UAH.
Kyiv.modern ballet of Radu Poklitaru. The Nutcracker
That’s how the world of ballet classics looks in modern reinterpretation. The fairy performance is back by popular demand. This is not just another show, but the embodiment of ideas that goes beyond the plot. The world of magic, freedom, and dancing.
Where: International Center of Culture and Arts
When: December 24; 7 p.m.
How much: 150-490 UAH.
Concerts
KREATOR
Thrash metal fans can’t miss this event. The most famous European band playing in this music genre with their music has inspired a great number of modern successful metal bands. And now the musicians will play a show for support of the new album.
Where: Sentrum
When: December 2; 8 p.m.
How much: 490-1500 UAH.
Bring Me The Horizon
The British band will perform in Ukraine for the first time! Musicians are constantly searching for new ideas and sounding. From extreme vocals in the first album they gradually shifted to pure vocals, thus greatly expanding listeners’ audience. Nowadays, music BTMH stand on the verge of metalcore and alternatives music. Ukrainian fans have been waiting for the concert since summer, when an image of umbrella from a cover of the new album appeared all around Kyiv.
Where: Sports Palace
When: December 4; 7 p.m.
How much: 490-990 UAH.
5’NIZZA
Long-awaited return of the favorite band after eight-year-long hiatus was the greatest news for fans. Andrii Zaporozhets has time to write songs and shoot videos for his other project (SunSay), and Sergii Babkin leads a solo career. Nevertheless, it didn’t interfere with the release a new album. Funk-rock with elements of hip-hop, old and new hits – you can hear everything this Saturday.
Where: Sports Palace
When: December 5; 7 p.m.
How much: 350-1500 UAH.
ТНМК
What can I say? Funk and hip-hop with 20 years of experience. Good mood guaranteed.
Where: Docker Pub
When: December 6; 9 p.m.
How much: 175-1350 UAH.
O. Torvald
Last time, there was hardly enough place in Atlas for all those wishing to attend the concert. Guys were offered to play two shows in a row, but performing in the same place with the same program two times seemed too boring. So this time they are back with two shows and two different programs. The date show with lyrical songs for girls and hangout for boys. This, however, doesn’t mean that you can’t go to both. Moreover, the guys promised to finish the first concert with surprise and leave something untold.
Where: Sentrum
When: December 11 – for girls; December 12 – for boys; 8 p.m.
How much: 200-60 UAH.
Beissoul & Einius
Charismatic Lithuanian duo found many fans in Ukraine, and this number increased after their performance at Atlas Weekend. Their shows are really phenomenal. Impressive vocals and choreography, experiments with music, dancing and light, and even a song in Ukrainian.
Where: Atlas
When: December 11; 8 p.m.
How much: 220-500 UAH.
Everything Everything
The musical quartet from Manchester will finish this year’s series of contemporary music concerts from the British Council. Their music is all about unexpected and complex rhythms, interesting instrumentation, and original arrangements. They often experiment with form and like to communicate with the public.
Where: Sentrum
When: December 13; 8 p.m.
How much: 350-600 UAH.
Brutto: Родны край!
The band released their single Родны край [eng. – Native Land], announced self-titled album and support tour at band’s birthday, on September 1. You can celebrate Nicholas Day the Sports Palace, too.
Where: Sports Palace
When: December 19; 7 p.m.
How much: 299 UAH.
Tartak
Ukrainian rock band is on stage since 1996. During these years, they often appeared at major festivals as headliners and have been constantly keeping to experiment with sound.
Where: Sentrum
When: December 20; 6 p.m.
How much: 150 UAH.
DakhaBrakha
Fans are lucky – they waited for national tour for so long. DakhaBrakha created unique performances with their own unique ethno-house sounding. The band continues to amaze the world for over a decade. Ethnic (and not only Ukrainian!) music instruments, high gutsul hats and extraordinary energy make them absolutely different from anything you’ve ever seen before.
Where: Culture Palace NTUU “KPI”
When: December 23; 7 p.m.
How much: 300-450 UAH.
Dakh Daughters Band
Seven wonderful actresses managed to combine seemingly incompatible styles, genres, musical instruments and images in their performances, thus creating a real freak-cabaret. Outrageous, sincerity, lyricism, elegance and drive – you can see everything.
Where: Culture Palace NTUU “KPI”
When: December 24; 7 p.m.
How much: 200-500 UAH.
Another format
Stalinist tunnels under the Dnieper: Myths and reality
Perfect activity for all adventurers. You have probably heard about the real intricate system of underground passages in Kyiv and top-secret Soviet era engineering projects. So, not everything concerning it is fiction. In 1938, the construction of top-secret “object №1 began” on Stalin’s orders. It had to be two rail tunnels, meant to connect right and left banks in case of war, as bridges could be easily destroyed by aircraft. The project was planned to be completed by 1944, but it was stopped by World War II. And groundwater.
Where: Ipodrom metro station
When: December 5; 1 p.m.
How much: 150-200 UAH.
Mystery Play: Moulin Rouge
Another game with immersion into the story from the creators of Shawshank. A fundamentally new entertainment format – the mix of shows, theatrical productions, films, and quest now is available in new cabaret version! You do not just meet professional actors, but also get your own role for a couple of hours.
Where: D’Lux Night Club
When: December 5, 12; 6:30 p.m.
How much: 349-1739 UAH.
Oleksandr Usyk vs Pedro Rodriguez
Let’s go cheer for the hope of Ukrainian boxing. After the recent Volodymyr Klychko’s defeat, Usyk gets even greater responsibility: Ukrainians are looking forward for the victory!
Where: Sports Palace
When: December 12; 7 p.m.
How much: 150-200 UAH.