Byzantine Chants, Sacred Concerto

February 7, 2009Premier of Composer Margarita Zelenaia Margarita Zelenaia, composer The music of Russian born composer Margarita Zelenaia received its Lincoln Center premiere in 1997 and its Carnegie Hall premiere in 2001. Among her the most recent world premieres (2008) was the string quartet, “August. Sunset Bloom,” on the New York Philharmonic Ensembles at Merkin ... Читать далее

Bashmet/Brutman Crossover Tour

February 28, 2009 RACH-C is proud to join Maestro Artist Management in Presenting the: “BASHMET /BUTMAN CROSSOVER TOUR "Where Classical Meets Jazz” For details & tickets go to Maestro Artist   PERFORMANCE DATES & CITIES: FEBRUARY 20, 2009, 8PM, BENEROYAL HALL, SEATTLE, WA FEBRUARY 22, 2009 7PM, PALACE OF FINE ARTS, SAN FRANCISCO, CA FEBRUARY ... Читать далее

Maslenitsa Celebration

March 1, 2009  As a part of the “Living Heritage” events, RACH-C brought a performance of the traditional ritual celebration of Maslenitsa to the Synod of Bishops of the Russian Orthodox Church. The event was blessed by Archbishop Hilarion who enjoyed the presentation together with other clergymen and parishioners.

National Philharmonic of Russia

RACH-C is a proud sponsor of the National Philharmonic of Russia performing at New York's Avery Fisher Hall with Vladimir Spivakov, conductor and Denis Matsuev, piano soloist. On the Program; Rachmaninoff, Piano Concerto No. 5; Liadov, The Enchanted Lake; Scriabin, The Poem of Ecstasy

28th Annual World Russia Forum: “US-Russia Relations: The Way Forward”

April 27-28, 2009Washington, DC; United States Congress, Hart Senate Office Building Below, Dr. Olga Zatsepina reports on her reactions to the forum and provides the text of her remarks on the panel: Role of the Russian Diaspora in America in Bolstering Business and Cultural Relations. For the 28th time Edward Lozansky, President of American University in ... Читать далее

2009 International Children’s Day Gala at Russian Consulate General , NYC

June 2, 2009 (part of the 3rd Children's Festival of Russian Culture) Each year, RACH-C invites its sponsors, volunteers, contributors, and supporters from the diplomatic, business, political and entertainment world to thank them for their help in the work of RACH-C. During this event, they enjoy outstanding entertainment by celebrated performers, delectible food and beverages, ... Читать далее

Soprano Rosa D’Imperio & Friends

August 23, 2009Summer Concert Featuring the celebrated Soprano Rosa D'Imperio & Friends Rosa D'Imperio has sung the leading roles in Aida, Attila, Nabucco, Otello, Il Trovatore, La Forza del Destino, Oberto, Messa di Requiem, Tosca, La Boheme, Madama Butterfly, Manon Lescaut, La Fanciulla del West, Il Tabarro, Andrea Chenier and Cavalleria Rusticana. She has received ... Читать далее

Salute to Spring Benefit Gala: Press Release

The Russian American Cultural Heritage Center (RACH-C) will hold a Benefit Gala at the Ana Tzarev Gallery on Thursday March 25, 2010 from 6pm-8pm. This fundraiser supports RACH-C, a non-profit organization, that provides cultural events for children and adults.“We are excited about the opportunity to celebrate and showcase successful Russian-Americans, while raising funds to support ... Читать далее

Salute to Spring

March 25, 2010 The Salute to Spring – RACH-C benefit event at the Ana Tzarev Gallery in NYC, Thursday March 25, 2010 was studded with art, music and dazzling guests. Gracing the walls of the gallery was a new exhibit of the “Museum of Russian Icons” from Massachusetts provided by the Museum's Director,  Gordon B. ... Читать далее

2010 4th Children’s Festival of Russian Culture

We are proud to report that the Fourth Children's Festival of Russian Culture that took place on June 5, 2010 in Manhattan was a great success! As in previous years, our focus was on children performing for children.  Groups of amateur performers and guests - mostly families with children - gathered in Tryon Park. Over ... Читать далее

2011 The 5th Children’s Festival of Russian Culture in NYC

June 4, 2011 In keeping with "practice makes perfect," RACH-C's "Children's Festival of Russian Culture" has been getting better year by year. This year's Festival definitely was a great success! We would like to most sincerely thank all the volunteers, performers, vendors and attendees for making this year's Children's Festival so memorable. As in previous ... Читать далее

Yolka 2012 January 14

January 14, 2012 RACH-C is happy to announce another great success of Yolka 2012 at the Consulate General of the Russian Federation in New York City. The Golden Rooster Ensemble (Director Irina Zagornova) with The Brighton Ballet (Director Irina Roisen), gave a wondrous performance of the Russian folk tale "Frosty" (Morozko). Our deepest appreciation and gratitude ... Читать далее

RACH-C wins a Silver Archer for its Children’s Festival

January 24, 2012 RACH-C has won a Silver Archer Award within the category "Communications in the Global World" for best project in the "Culture" subcategory for organizing the "Children's Festival of Russian Culture." You can view the slideshow presentation Dr. Olga Zatsepina, gave at the ceremony in Washington D.C. here. view more photos  

RACH-C Celebrates International Award

February 17, 2012  RACH-C members and supporters held a high spirited party celebrating the "Silver Archer Award in Public Relations" bestowed by the Serebryany Luchnik Organization for RACH-C's annual "Children's Festival of Russian Culture." The Silver Archer Award was presented to RACH-C president, Dr. Olga Zatsepina on behalf of RACH-C at a ceremony at the ... Читать далее

Trade Fair at St. Nicholas Cathedral

April 29, 2012
St. Nicholas Cathedral, NYC
Free
This show will present different nationalities of the ex-Soviet Union united by the same language and religion. It will show the everyday life and culture of Russian people. «More»

Stars of Today Meet Stars of Tomorrow

April 27, 2012
David H. Koch Theater, NYC
Tickets: $75+
Annually sold-out and highly acclaimed by critics worldwide, YAGP Galas featuring the world’s most promising young dance students and the stars of today’s leading international dance companies. «More»

“Russians in the US” Book Presentation

April 25, 2012
Harriman Institute, Columbia University
Free
Meet with the authors, and representatives from the Russian-American organizations featured in the book. This event is organized by RACH-C.
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Downtown Express: A Film by David Grubin

April 20-26, 2012
The QUADcinema, NYC
Tickets: $11 / $8 (Seniors & Children)
Set In the world of Russian immigrants living in New York City, Downtown Express uses music to explore the clash of old world values against the lure and excitement of a new country. «More»

Reception Celebrating the First RA History Month in NYS

April 20, 2012
Russian Consulate, NYC
By Invitation Only
The coalition in support of Russian American History Month & The Consulate of General of the Russian Federation in New York City, will hold a reception to celebrate the first Russian American History Month in New York State.

A Celebration of Pushkin

April 21, 2012
Nicholas Roerich Museum, NYC
Free, Limited Seating - RSVP
The Nicholas Roerich museum proudly commemorates the 213th birthday of Alexander Pushkin in poetry and song. «More»

Shining American Stars From Russia

April 15, 2012
Museum of Russian Art, NJ
Free, Donations Welcomed
This concert is presented by MoRA (Museum of Russian Art) in cooperation with Arts on the Hudson. There will be a chance to meet the artists after the performance. «More»

Day of the Russian Language

April 7, 2012
NY Public Library
Free
A children's Russian language competition presented by the American Association of Russian Women. The purpose of this event is to ignite interest in children towards learning the Russian language.
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Jubilee: Architect Lazar Tarler

April 14, 2012
Brooklyn Public Library Kings Bay
Free
Lazar Tarler will present his new project for the reconstruction of Ellis Island with American Indian Museum and his activities over his carrier in Russia and in the USA . «More»

International Space Day

April 12, 2012
In 2011, on the 50th anniversary of the first human space flight by Russian cosmonaut, Yuri Gagarin, the UN General Assembly declared April 12 as International Day of Human Space Flight.

Songs by Long Island Jewish Composers

April 1, 2012
C.W. Post College, LIU
Free
Concert is in conjunction with the American Library Association’s traveling exhibit “A Fine Romance,” which focuses on the contributions of Jewish composers to Broadway «More»

Art Exhibit of Isaak Vaynshelboym

March 24 – April 12, 2012
Brooklyn Public Library
Free
Dedicated to the Anniversary of artist Isaak Vaynshelboym's 90th Birthday, this art exhibit is organized by the Jewish Art and Craft Guild (JACG) «More»

In the Search of an Absolute: Art of Valery Yurlov

Dec 3 2011 - Nov 2012
Zimmerli Art Museum
Admission: $6
Valery Yurlov stands out as one of the earliest proponents of analytical abstraction within Soviet nonconformist art. The exhibition spotlights 50 pioneering works, selected by the artist.«More»

Songs by Long Island Jewish Composers

This concert, featuring  Jewish composers, is presented by The Long Island Composers Alliance (LICA) and The Russian American Cultural Heritage Center (RACH-C). This concert is in conjunction with the American Library Association’s traveling exhibit “A Fine Romance,” which focuses on the contributions of Jewish composers to Broadway’s music from Irving Berlin to Leonard Bernstein. The concert ... Читать далее

The First Russian-American History Month in New York State

For the first time in the three-century old history of Russians in the United States of America, the month of April will be celebrated in New York State as Russian-American History Month. Official recognition of the contributions of Russian Americans to the development of the United States will also serve to strengthen friendly relations between ... Читать далее

Maxim Anikushin Solo Piano Recital at Carnegie Hall

This concert is organized and produced by RACH-C, and is dedicated to Mr. Anikushin’s grandfather George Loring Yankovsky, will feature works of Beethoven, Tchaikovsky, Barber and Merkulyeva. Thursday, April 5, 2012 at 8:00 PM Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage Mr. Anikushin has performed at Merkin Recital Hall, Steinway Hall, the Bruno Walter Auditorium at the Performing ... Читать далее

History Tour of the St. Nicholas Cathedral

On April 7, 2012 a history tour of St. Nicholas Cathedral in New York City was given in celebration of the first Russian-American History Month in New York State. (view more photos)  

Rachmaninoff Celebration: Sacred and Secular

April 28, 2013 @ 3PM
Madison Avenue Presbyterian Church
$25; $20 students & seniors; 20% off online
The superb Russian Chamber Chorus of New York presents an all-Rachmaninoff program, in honor of the 140th anniversary of the composer's birth. «More»

Rachmaninoff Celebration: Sacred and Secular

April 24, 2013 @ 8PM
Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church
$25; $20 students & seniors; 20% off online
The superb Russian Chamber Chorus of New York presents an all-Rachmaninoff program, in honor of the 140th anniversary of the composer's birth. «More»

Free Oral Cancer Screening

April 22, 23, 25, & 26, 2013Multiple Locations in NY
Free
by the Russian American Dental Association with no appointment necessary. Oral cancer is a silent killer responsible for over 7,000 American Deaths each year. Early detection can help save lives! «More»

Russian Street Fair

April 27, 2013 @ 12-4 PM
94th St., Broadway to West End Ave
Free
A "Street Fair" celebrating "Russian-American History Month" alongside the Symphony Space theater. Visitors will also enjoy Russian food, souvenirs and other delights. «More»

Fiddler on the Roof

April 14, 2013 @ 3PM
Whitman Theatre at Brooklyn College
$45/$36
This landmark Broadway musical, which captured the hearts of people all over the world, is presented by the Brooklyn Center for the Performing Arts. «More»

Russian New York: The New Review

April 15, 2013 @ 6PM
19 University Place, NYC
Free
This documentary shows the life and creative endeavors of the postwar wave of Russian immigration to the US. Dedicated to the 70th anniversary of The New Review Magazine. «More»

A Breath of Spring

April 14, 2013
West End Collegiate Church
$20 / $25 / $15
10th-anniversary concert conducted by Artistic Director Cynthia Powell, featuring a world premiere commission, From the Four Winds, by Belarusian-American composer and pianist, Nina Siniakova. «More»

WAN·DER·LUST

April 16, 2013 @ 6pm
Exhibition runs until May 15, 2013
72 Wooster St.
Free
Join us for the opening premier of WAN·DER·LUST a group exhibition of fine art, experimental photography, one-of-a-kind furniture, installations and more. «More»

Darra Goldstein on “A Taste of Russia”

April 17, 2013 @ 6:30pm
Park Avenue Methodist Church
$25 / $40
The history of Russian cuisine is a tale of hospitality. Join us as Darra Goldstein takes us on a journey through the varied culinary landscape of Russia, past & present. «More»

Opening of the Elena Ab Gallery Tribeca

April 19th, 2013 @ 6PM
185 Curch St.
RSVP
The artist and gallery owner Elena Ab will host a reception for the exhibition "Celebrating Legends of Cinema
 & Iconic New York City." «More»

History Tour of the St. Nicholas Cathedral

April 14, 2013 @ 1:30 PM
St. Nicholas Cathedral, NYC
Free
Fr. Alexander Golubov, former Academic Dean of St. Tikhon’s Orthodox Theological Seminary in Pennsylvania , gives a tour on the buildings history and architectural innovations. «More»

Stalingrad: The City of Steel

April 9, 2013 @ 4:30PM
Hunter College
Free
Natalia Narochnitskaya gives a presentation of her book "Stalingrad: The City of Steel," hosted by the Russian Department at Hunter College and organized by RACH-C.«More»

Russian Works of Art auction at Christie’s

April 12, 2013 @10AM
20 Rockefeller Plaza
Christie’s upcoming Russian Works of Art sale features one of the strongest offerings of Fabergé to come to the market in years, highlighted by over thirty-three lots from a Distinguished Midwest Private Collection. «More»

Alex Soldier: Objet D’Art

April 10, 2013 @ 12-6pm
RSVP
Internationally recognized jewelry designer and sculptor invites you to a private VIP exhibition. Meet the artist and enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres while previewing his latest collection of extraordinary jewels and objets d’art «More»

Young Musicians for a Smoke-Free Planet

April 6, 2013 @ 4PMLincoln Center
Adults: $20 / Kids: $10 (tax-deductible)
Presented by the Russian-American Dental Association (RADA) with proceeds to benefit their Oral Cancer & Smoking Cessation Campaign«More»

Investment Summit

April 10, 2013
The Princeton Club of New York
By invitation only
The Russian Center NY announces its first “Investment” Summit. An informative round table and discussions on alternative investments.«More»

Rakhmaninov Concert at Columbia University

April 8th, 2013 @ 6PM
Bard Hall Student Lounge
Free, RSVP
In collaboration with the Columbia Medical School, the Russian International Association (RIA) will hold a classical music concert of Rakhmaninov's pieces to commemorate his 140th birthday. «More»

Chto? Gde? Kogda? Trivia Game

April 6th, 2013 @ 1PM
Колумбийском университете
Free
"What? Where? When?": This popular and traditional Russian intellectual game will be held, in Russian, synchronously with other teams from around the world. «More»

Learn to Play Chto? Gde? Kogda? Trivia Game

April 12, 26, & 27 2013 @ 6PM
Колумбийском университете
Free
A top US Chto? Gde? Kogda? team will teach this traditional and intellectual game. This event is held completely Russian. «More»

Tracking Signals High and Low

April 5-28th
The Active Space (Brooklyn)
Free
Featuring most recent works by two artist collectives - vydavy and Project 59 that deal with behavioral patterns of two different scales: global and domestic. «More»

My Poor Marat

April 5-27, 2013
Canal Park Playhouse
$25
Voyage Theater Company will pay tribute to the survivors of the Siege of Leningrad in a bilingual production of My Poor Marat by esteemed Russian playwright Alexei Arbuzov. «More»

Press Conference

March 28, 2013 @ 10AM
Canal Park Playhouse
Free
Press conference to publicize Russian-American History Month, including presentation by some of the organizations producing events for "Russian April." «More»

NYS Senate Endorses Russian April

In 2013 A delegation of the 50 member “Coalition in Support of Russian American History Month,” again led by its  chairman Dr. Olga Zatsepina,  traveled to Albany, capitol of New York State, to witness the submission of a Senate resolution of great importance to the Russian American community. Directing himself to the broad smiles and moist ... Читать далее

Celebration of International Women’s Day

"14 марта с.г. в Генконсульстве России в Нью-Йорке состоялся прием по случаю празднования Международного женского дня, организованный генконсульством совместно с Обществом иностранных консулов в Нью-Йорке, объединяющим 110 консульских учреждений. Гостей поздравили генконсул России И.Л.Голубовский, президент Общества иностранных консулов, генконсул Барбадоса Леннокс Прайс и директор отделения госдепартамента США в Нью-Йорке Томас Галло. За личный вклад и ... Читать далее

Springtime in New York City: Russian Style

May 30 @ 7 PM ("Early Birds" 6pm)
Hippodrome, NYC
$100, Young Adults: $50; (all contributions tax deductible)
An evening of Vodka Tasting and Russian Delicacies to raise funds to benefit special needs Russian orphans. «More»

VIVA! TCHAIKOVSKY

May 16, 2014 @ 7:30 PM
Theater at El Museo del Barrio, NYC
Tickets: $25-$65,
This 2-act evening of music by Tchaikovsky will feature New Opera's production of composer's last opera "IOLANTA" and a biographical ballet "Dear Nadezhda". «More»

Jubilee Concert with Willy Tokarev

May 11, 2014 @ 5PM
Symphony Space, NYC
$55/$45/$35; Day of Show $65/$55/$45
In celebration of "Victory Day," the Diana Bagrationi Foundation & VK Studios present the solo performance of legendary Russian-American composer & singer Villi Tokarev. «More»

Poetfest Special Program

May 7 @ 6:00 PM
Greenwich Village, NYC
$10
The special program will include poetry from the Poetfest club and a performance by legendary trumpeter Valery Ponomarev. Various poets will take part in it. «More»

Chto? Gde? Kogda? (What? Where? When?)

May 3, 2014 @ 1:00 PM
Hamilton Hall, NYC
Free
A traditional intellectual game extremely popular in the Russian-speaking world, and will be held completely in Russian at Columbia University. «More»

St. George Ribbons @ Battery Park

May 8 @ 6:30pm
Battery Park, by the East Coast Memorial / Free
In celebration of "Victory in Europe Day," we're giving away St. George Ribbons. Also, for the first time in history, a giant St. George ribbon will fly around NYC at 6:45pm and it will be seen best from Battery Park. «More»

Performance in Celebration of Victory Day

May 9 @ 6:00pm
Saint Nicholas Cathedral / Free, donations requested but not required
Join us in celebration of Victory Day with a theatrical performance of the historical pages of WWII, followed by a concert of “military” songs and a dinner. «More»

The New Review, 70 years in New York

April 26, 2014 @ 2:30 PM
Mid-Manhattan Library, NYC
Free
Look back at the power of poetry as expressed by world class Russian poets over the years in the pages of the "New Review," oldest Russian literary magazine in the US.«More»

Learn about Russian Orthodox Easter!

April 24, 2014 @ 7:00 PM
St. Nicholas Cathedral Orthodox Cathedral, NYC
Free
Fr. Alexander Golubov speaks about how Easter is celebrated in the Russian Orthodox tradition. This Lecture will be in English, all are welcome! «More»

Attend our annual Russian Orthodox Easter Picnic!

April 27, 2014
All Saints of Russia Church, Pine Bush, NY
Free
Join us as we go on a picnic to celebrate Russian Orthodox Easter at the Church of All Saints of Russia in Pine Bush, New York! Transportation bus available ($20). «More»

Music of Grigory Smirnov

April 7, 2014 @ 8:00 PM
Merkin Concert Hall, NYC
Orchestra: $30 / Balcony: $20 / Senior (Orchestra): $25 / Student: $10
The concert presents new works by Grigory Smirnov featuring stellar New York performers of the new generation. «More»

Scriabin: The Russian Prometheus

April 13, 2014 @ 3:00 pm
Zenkel Hall, NYC
Students/Seniors: $20 | General: $35
Pianist Dmitry Rachmanov offers an all-Scriabin program at Carnegie Hall to celebrate the composer's 100th memorial anniversary. «More»

Chto? Gde? Kogda? (What? Where? When?)

April 5, 2014 @ 1:00 PM
Hamilton Hall, NYC
Free
A traditional intellectual game extremely popular in the Russian-speaking world, and will be held completely in Russian at Columbia University. «More»

Systema – Russian Martial Art

April 12, 2014 @ 2:30 PM
Hamilton Hall, NYC
Free
Sergei Maslikhov, instructor from Systema school in Midtown will come to Columbia University to demonstrate basic elements of ancient Russian Martial art «More»

Michael Bulychev-Okser, Piano Solo Recital

April 6, 2014 @ 2:00 PM
Queens Central Library
Free
A top prizewinner of many international competitions, pianist Michael Bulychev-Okser will perform music by Tchaikovsky, Rachmaninov, Scriabin, Glinka, among others «More»