Cultural programme

On 29 June 2022 an exhibition entitled ‘Russian Epics in Stone’ will open at the Faberge Museum. The exhibition will showcase the works of contemporary gem-cutters from the Urals. The exhibition is organized by the Svyaz Vremen Foundation, Faberge Museum in St. Petersburg, and Shmotyev Family Foundation (Yekaterinburg).

The exhibition includes the artworks created at Yekaterinburg’s two leading gem-cutting workshops: Alexey Antonov’s Lapidary and Svyatogor studio.

Contemporary gem-cutters find their inspiration in both Russian history and oral tradition, that together paved the way for epics and fairy tales. The protagonists include Russian princes and heroes, mythological creatures, and folklore types. Collected, they tell a tale of Russian culture, its simple and underlying values of compassion, courage, and love.

Russian Epic in Stone demonstrates how the artists reimagine protagonists of Russian history and folklore. The art show illustrates both the development and the legacy of the centuries-old gem-cutting tradition.

SPILF participants are eligible for a discount to visit the exhibition with a special promocode. You can find the promocode in the Roscongress personal account.

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This exhibition is dedicated to the most important political, economic, and social changes to take place in the Russian Empire in the 19th – early 20th centuries, and looks at the way they influenced people's lives. It also examines the various internal and external factors that pushed the authorities to enact reforms.

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The Mikhailovsky Castle exhibits a series of genuine decorative park sculpture of the beginning of the 18th century from the Summer Garden, purchased at the direction of Peter I in Venice and Rome. Made of Carrara marble, these works of Italian masters had been decorating the Summer Garden for almost three centuries, until in 2009 they were moved from the open air to the halls of the Mikhailovsky Castle in order to be preserved. In the alleys of the Summer Garden exact copies made of modern materials were placed instead.

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This exhibition is dedicated to the year of intangible cultural heritage in Russia (2022). It will explore the role of the political chastushka (a type of Russian folk song) as a means of state propaganda.

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This biographical exhibition has been organized to mark the 150th anniversary of the birth of the revolutionary, politician and diplomat Alexandra Kollontai, and will cover the most significant periods of her life. Visitors will have the chance to view unique archive documents, photographs, and Alexandra Kollontai’s personal belongings from the collection of the State Museum of the Political History of Russia.

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This exhibition is dedicated to the 350th anniversary of Peter the Great’s birth. The Russian Museum’s rich collection provides a unique opportunity to tell the story of the great emperor’s exploits, as captured in works of art in different genres throughout the 18th and 19th centuries.

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This exhibition is dedicated to the centenary of the Russian Museum’s restoration department. It will feature a large number of archive materials, the department’s work logs, reports on major restorations, and more.

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This exhibition will feature a range of items from various collections. It will tell the story of the first St. Isaac’s Church, built and consecrated in honour of the heavenly patron of Peter the Great.

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Dedicated to the 30th anniversary of Manege collection. Painting, graphics, and sculpture.

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Staring into Faces’ is dedicated to the 90th anniversary of Zaven Arshakuni, member of the legendary Group of 11 from Leningrad. The art show captivates the incredible colour energy of the artist, where portraits and genre scenes create fantasy motifs filled with joy, love of life, light, and hope. Evgeny Orlov’s show is dubbed ‘The Geometry of Space’. It aims to persuade the audience that an image is not seen or made-up by the artist, but rather is an intuitive reflection of space touched by divine geometry. Famous local photographer Dmitry Shneerson will reveal his genius in the applied art field.


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ART-cocktail for the Forum participants will take place at the Mariinsky Theatre’s New Stage.
Drinks and hors d'oeuvres will be served before the show.
Programme will feature celebrated operatic and ballet pieces.

Ticket is required to access the theatre.
Forum participants need to register for the event in the Roscongress personal account. Once participation is confirmed tickets can be picked up at the cultural programme stands in the ExpoForum 28 June 08:00–20:00 and 29 June 08:00–16:45.

If you confirmed your participation but have not had a chance to pick up your ticket at the ExpoForum you can do so at the cultural programme mobile stand in the foyer of the theatre on 29 June between 18:00 and 20:00. Participant’s badge or passport is required.

The concert will present original interpretations of beloved jazz standards from Broadway shows and Hollywood films. The programme is presented by Elvira Trafova and Kornev’s Ensemble


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