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SUMMARY:Festive film weekend: «Сирота Казанская»
DESCRIPTION:Vladimir Mashkov’s 1997 comedy has become a modern Christmas classic. It tells the story of Nastya\, a young teacher\, who places a newspaper advert seeking the identity of her true father – and of the three men who respond. \nGet into the festive spirit with our weekend course based on the modern Russian festive classic\, Sirota Kazanskaya. With two lessons on consecutive days\, you’ll watch excerpts from the film\, examine its background and context\, as well learn. You’ll watch excerpts from the film\, examine its background and context\, while improving your comprehension skills and building your vocabulary. \nThe first lesson will look at excerpts from the film\, examine the background and context\, and introduce key themes and vocabulary. \nBetween lessons\, your task will be to watch the film. The second lesson will then give you the chance to discuss what you’ve seen and test how well you have understood it. \nYou’ll learn new vocabulary\, practise your listening comprehension\, improve your discussion and analysis skills – and you’ll pick up a wealth of fascinating historical and cultural information. \n-Suitable for anyone interested in improving their listening skills and learning more about Russian culture. If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re really ready to watch a film in the original Russian\, now is the time to find out! \nThis film weekend is for B1 and higher level students. If you’re unsure about your level\, please email lucy@russiancentre.co.uk
URL:https://www.russiancentre.co.uk/event/festive-film/
LOCATION:online
CATEGORIES:B1,B2,festive film weekend,russian through film-B1,russian through film-B2
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SUMMARY:Russian Book Club: Teffi. Memories & Short stories
DESCRIPTION:Our book club is for anyone who is interested in Russian literature but is daunted by the prospect of reading a complete work in the original! \nEach month we select a classic or contemporary Russian literary work to read in translation. While our discussions are held in English\, we incorporate excerpts and quotes in Russian into the sessions to provide an authentic experience. The club is hosted by an experienced teacher\, who will tailor the language element to the levels of the participants. So whether you’re an elementary or advanced learner of Russian\, our book club welcomes all levels of proficiency. \n“In the years before the Revolution\, Teffi was a literary star. People quoted lines from her work in conversation. Strangers recognized her on the streets of St Petersburg. So broad was her appeal that her fans included such disparate figures as Vladimir Lenin and Tsar Nicholas II.” Robert Chandler \nIn 1918\, a year after the revolution\, she leaves a hungry Petrograd where the words “arrested” and “killed” had become far too common . Her Memories are a description of her long journey across the country which was torn apart during the civil war. \n“I never imagined such a memoir could be possible\, especially about the Russian Civil War. Teffi wears her wisdom lightly\, observing farce and foible amid the looming tragedy\, in this enthralling book.” Anthony Beever \nTeffi’s short stories are light\, witty and relatable\, and also a reflection of her time. \nWe will discuss Duty and Honor (Долг и Честь)\, Subtly worded (Тонкие письма)\, Rasputin (Распутин)\, “And time was no more” (И времени не стало) and other stories. \nMemories – From Moscow to the Black Sea: Amazon.co.uk: Teffi\, Robert & Elizabeth Chandler\, Anne Marie Jackson\, Irina Steinberg: 9781782272991: Books \nSubtly Worded and Other Stories (Pushkin Collection) eBook : Teffi\, Jackson\, Anne Marie\, Kitson\, Clare\, Chandler\, Robert\, Wase\, Natalia: Amazon.co.uk: Kindle Store
URL:https://www.russiancentre.co.uk/event/russian-book-club-december-25/
LOCATION:online
CATEGORIES:A1,A2,B1,B2,C1,C2,Discussion Clubs
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251212T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251212T193000
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SUMMARY:Online Beginners' Taster Class
DESCRIPTION:A great introduction to Russian for anyone thinking of dipping their toe in the waters! Each group is limited to 8 students so you’ll get lots of teacher interaction. These classes are held on Zoom.
URL:https://www.russiancentre.co.uk/event/online-beginners-taster-class-dec-12/
LOCATION:online
CATEGORIES:beginners
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251213T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251213T130000
DTSTAMP:20260604T100400
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SUMMARY:Virtual tourist: Murmansk A1 and A2
DESCRIPTION:With Russia out of reach for most of our students\, we are delighted to continue our series of one-off lessons entitled Virtual Tourist. Join us for our trip to Murmansk\, the largest city in the Arctic Circle. \nBased around short videos and group discussion\, the course will introduce you to Murmansk while improving your listening skills and building your vocabulary. Discover the fascinating history of a unique Russian city. \nThis session is for A1 and A2 level students.  If you’re unsure of your level please email lucy@russiancentre.co.uk
URL:https://www.russiancentre.co.uk/event/virtual-tourist-murmansk-a1-and-a2-december/
LOCATION:online
CATEGORIES:A1,A2,virtual tourist,virtual tourist - A2
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251214
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SUMMARY:Autumn term ends
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.russiancentre.co.uk/event/autumn-term-ends-2025/
LOCATION:online & in-person\, Pushkin House\, 5A Bloomsbury Square\, London\, WC1A 2TA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:No-Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251214T110000
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SUMMARY:Sunday Conversation Club December
DESCRIPTION:Our friendly conversation session will be held on 14th December instead of the last Sunday in November.
URL:https://www.russiancentre.co.uk/event/sunday-conversation-club-december/
LOCATION:online
CATEGORIES:B1,conversation practice - B1
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