Culture
The following is Part One of a four-part excerpt from the previously unpublished novel Ashen Glory: War Within, set during the four climactic days of Ukraine’s Revolution of Dignity in February 2014.
Feb. 18
Ukraine
Kyiv Post Chief Editor Bohdan Nahaylo talks with singer and representative of Ukraine's new generation of cultural artists, who combine patriotic and civic activity with universal values - Mari Cheba.
Feb. 10
Ukraine
The Ukrainian Cossacks’ victories under Petro Sahaidachny’s leadership inspire the present-day defenders of Ukraine to outfight the Russians with skill and courage rather than numerical strength.
Dec. 31, 2023
Books
Russia’s War against Ukraine has focused interest on Ukraine and resulted in a splurge of books about this hitherto largely ignored country. So, what is our Chief Editor’s choice from among them?
Dec. 30, 2023
Religion
In Ukraine, because of the official switch this year from Old to New Calendar, St. Nicholas Day is celebrated on Dec. 6 instead of Dec. 19. And Christmas will fall on Dec. 25 rather than Jan. 7.
Dec. 6, 2023
Ukraine
The seeds sown by Les Kurbas on the Ukrainian stage sprouted in the following generations of artists, with great works of theatrical art and bold innovations of modern theater.
Dec. 3, 2023
Refugee artist Andrey Kezzyn discusses his escape from Russia, his life in Berlin, and how he is continuing his support for Ukraine through his artwork.
Nov. 26, 2023
Ukraine
Art could very well be the best vehicle for reshaping Polish-Ukrainian relations. By promoting the art we have in common, the turbulence of centuries settles into the spirit of friendship.
Oct. 29, 2023
War in Ukraine
An exhibition of 150 paintings by Ukrainian artists, depicting their various experiences of war, has just opened in Chicago. Proceeds will go to help the war effort.
Oct. 28, 2023
Art
Maria Bashkirtseva, author of the first painting by a female artist to be exhibited in the Louvre, was a patriot of her native Ukraine, yet Russia stole her name and fame.
Oct. 1, 2023
Ukraine
The Kyiv Symphony Orchestra and Chorus (KSOC) has begun its 13th US tour, this time with one difference – only female members are taking part while male performers are not allowed to leave Ukraine.
Sep. 19, 2023
War in Ukraine
A new film created by some of the youngest victims of Russia’s war in Ukraine shows the power of catharsis and is helping to bring people together through their shared trauma.
Sep. 17, 2023
An Orthodox Baroque masterpiece by Francesco Bartolomeo situated on the hills of the Dnipro River.
Sep. 10, 2023
Art
Ukrainian Artist Oleksiy Say tells Kyiv Post in an exclusive interview about the moment at the iconic Burning Man Festival in Nevada.
Sep. 8, 2023
War in Ukraine
The first trailer for “Superpower,” Sean Penn’s documentary about Russia’s war on Ukraine, has been released along with an announcement of its premiere on the Paramount+ streaming service.
Aug. 25, 2023