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Arts & Life
long read
Tamizdat: The New World of Russian Publishing
The history and present of the fine old tradition of publishing Russian books abroad.
weekend kitchen
Feeding Olympic Athletes the Soviet Way
As Paris sets Olympic tables, our Russian culinary historians recall how the Moscow 1980 Olympic chefs fared.
6 Min read
body politics
Fashion Police: Russia Cracks Down on Pop Stars’ Revealing Costumes
Performers are coming under fire for performing in leotards and bodysuits seen as clashing with the state's vision of "traditional values."
3 Min read
'mouse'
How a Novel About a Zombie Apocalypse in Moscow Spooked the Russian Government
In Ivan Filippov's dystopian vision of Moscow during a deadly zombie pandemic, no one — not even Putin himself — is safe.
3 Min read
'vehement objection'
Composer Philip Glass Accuses Theatre in Annexed Crimea of 'Piracy'
The Sevastopol Opera and Ballet Theatre's website says an upcoming performance will feature music by the composer.
2 Min read
Feature
'No One Needs Your English Single': Anti-War Russian Performers Grapple With Staying Relevant in Exile
Exiled acts like Noize MC and Ploho aim to stay connected with their fanbases in Russia while also appealing to Western audiences. It's no easy task.
4 Min read
weekend kitchen
Before the Bagel There Were Baranki and Apple Jelly
The history of a satisfying crunchy bread roll and a topping that is sweet and easy to make.
5 Min read
‘We’ll show them’
Pro-War Singer Shaman to Stage Protest Concert Outside U.S. Embassy in Moscow
YouTube and Spotify in recent weeks blocked the channels of Shaman and other Russian artists who openly support Moscow’s war on Ukraine.
2 Min read
Grushinsky
Moscow Court Shuts Down Popular Music Festival
A federal lawmaker had previously criticized festival organizers for not allowing songs in support of Moscow’s war on Ukraine to be played at the event...
1 Min read
artists against the kremlin
Exiled Russian Artist Philippenzo: ‘I Turned My Cell into a Creative Studio’
The contemporary artist discusses creating art in jail, visiting Ukraine after the Russian invasion, his first solo exhibition and more.
12 Min read
erarta
Art Museum in St. Petersburg Charged With ‘Nazi Propaganda’
Russian authorities claim that the expression “Long Live Belarus!” found under one of the museum’s paintings was a symbol of Nazi collaborators.
1 Min read
'festival of flowers'
In Photos: Ethnic Kryashens Celebrate Pitrau Folk Festival in Tatarstan
Celebrated by the Kryashens, an Orthodox Christian ethnic sub-group of the Volga Tatars, the holiday has a deep folk and religious meaning.
1 Min read
biopic of russia
Director Kirill Serebrennikov on Eduard Limonov, Russia, Fascism and Violence
MT spoke with theater and film director about his film, the real Limonov and Russia.
6 Min read
weekend kitchen
In Ancient Rus the Fig was King
"Wine berries," aka figs, have been a beloved fruit for centuries in Russia. Great fig-topped custard pie recipe at the end.
5 Min read
artists against the kremlin
Artist Artiom Loskutov: ‘The Totalitarian Game Became Reality’
The exiled artist discusses the challenges of addressing war in one’s art, commenting on other countries' conflicts as a Russian and more.
7 Min read
longest day
In Photos: The Ancient Slavic Midsummer Holiday of Kupala Night
Last weekend, people across Russia gathered to celebrate Ivan Kupala Night – an ancient Slavic festival to mark midsummer. Here’s how one Russian village...
1 Min read
Artists jailed
Russia Sentences Director, Writer to 6 Years for ‘Justifying Terrorism’ With Play
The artists were charged over the content of their award-winning play about Russian women who fall in love with Islamist militants.
2 Min read
weekend kitchen
Sacred Slavic Sausage Through the Ages
The happy-sad-happy-sad history of sausage production in Russia and the USSR.
6 Min read
artists against the kremlin
Artist and Writer Linor Goralik: ‘Less Talk, More Work’
The Ukrainian-born artist, who lives in Israel, speaks to The Moscow Times about her tireless work in art, media, literature and jewelry since 2022.
11 Min read
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