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A Poem in Translation: Ravenous Russia (A Bestiary)

Art

Yuriy Tarnawsky, Shevchenko National Prize nominee, presents his own English-language translation of an excerpt of from his book-length poem U RA NA, exclusively for Kyiv Post.

Dec. 29, 2024

Ukraine

In an effort to give Ukrainian art and culture its rightful place on the world’s stage, the Ukrainian Museum in New York uses its cosmopolitan history to attract international attention and prestige.

By Stash Luczkiw

Dec. 28, 2024

Michael Kmit: the Ukrainian Who Helped Redefine Contemporary Art in Australia

Art

When Ukrainian artist Michael Kmit arrived in Australia shortly after World War II, he infused the art scene not only with contemporary European influences, but his own neo-Byzantine style.

By Solomiya Sywak

Dec. 8, 2024

Kateryna Bilokur, the Genial Self-Taught Painter Who Loved Flowers More Than Life

Art

Born this day in 1900, she painted flowers all her unhappy life, bringing out the unfading beauty of the generous Ukrainian land, and her name stands out among the best Ukrainian folk artists.

By Andriy Bondar

Nov. 25, 2024

Russian Ballet Dancer Dies From Balcony Fall in St. Petersburg

War in Ukraine

Principal dancer at St. Petersburg’s Mariinsky Theater Vladimir Shklyarov voiced his opposition to the war in Ukraine, but authorities ruled out foul play for his death at present.

By Kyiv Post

Nov. 19, 2024

Ukrainian Film Festival in Warsaw Highlights Experience of War

War in Ukraine

The festival is a discussion on Russian disinformation campaigns targeting Poles and Ukrainians in an attempt to sow conflict between the two.

By TVP World

Oct. 23, 2024

Dutch Master’s Evangelists Represent Ukraine at Berlin Art Exhibition

Art

Two religious paintings restored in Ukraine have been loaned for a world-class exhibition of the Dutch master Frans Hals, who revolutionized portraiture in the early 17th century.

By Yuriy Maslov

Oct. 20, 2024

Cultural Festival ‘GogolFEST’ Returns to Ukraine

Ukraine

On Oct. 18, “GogolFEST,” one of Europe’s most influential cultural festivals, is making a return to Ukraine.

By Kyiv Post

Oct. 13, 2024

Spy Chief and His Fairytale Frog: The Fascinating Tale Behind a $6,000 Artwork

War in Ukraine

Ukrainian artist Yevgenia Gapchinska painted Kyrylo Budanov, head of the Main Intelligence Directorate, with Petro, his pet frog. Titled “Budanov and the Magical Frog,” the artwork sold for $6,000.

By Kateryna Zakharchenko

Aug. 6, 2024

Ukraine’s Gold: New Lighthearted British Film on Historical Theme

UK

A light-hearted new film offers a chance to turn away from the war for a brief spell and focus on Ukraine’s hope as it never ceases to struggle for independence.

By Tony Leliw

Aug. 4, 2024

Oleksandr Dubovyk: a Modern Master on Display in London

Art

For years during the Soviet period, his paintings and graphic works languished in obscurity. Today they are being shown in London to celebrate a resurgence of Ukrainian art.

By Kyiv Post

Jun. 26, 2024

Backing Words With Action: Serhiy Zhadan Joins the Army

Art

The ranks of the Ukrainian Armed Forces are full of artists and writers. Now one of the country’s most beloved literary figures has decided to join the fight more directly.

By Stash Luczkiw

Jun. 6, 2024

Maria Prymachenko: Beyond Folk Art

Art

As a painter, embroiderer, ceramicist, and illustrator of children’s books, Maria Prymachenko’s oeuvre has helped shape Ukraine’s cultural heritage. Today she embodies Ukrainian resilience.

By Michał Kujawski

May. 26, 2024

Yuriy Tarnawsky: Literary Insurgent

US

Co-founder of the New York Group, the avant-garde poet and novelist has pushed the boundaries of what is possible with language and form more than any other Ukrainian writer.

By Stash Luczkiw

Apr. 21, 2024

Encountering Ukraine at Canada’s Stratford Festival

Canada

A veritable renaissance of Ukrainian theater was on display in Canada, where the works of contemporary playwrights were read and discussed against the background of classics.

By Borys M. Kowalsky

Apr. 7, 2024

Mikhail Reva: Stirring the Soul – With Shrapnel Transformed Into Art

Art

When the war came down on his home, Ukraine’s best-known sculptor felt compelled to transform the destruction into a defiant act of creative transformation.

By Stash Luczkiw

Mar. 31, 2024