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In tribute to a Russian writer Maxim Gorky (1868-1936), whose name is carried by our centre, we invite you to participate in the events in celebration of Gorky's 154th birth anniversary, held in our premises.

Photographic exhibition on life and works of the Master, presentation of papers, talks and literary discussion on Gorky's influence on contemporary world and Indian literature, recitation of poems and rendition of songs, drama show and film demonstration await you.

Schedule of the participating organisations :

21 March : ISCUF (Indian Society for Cultural Cooperation and Friendship, West Bengal), Progressive Writers' Association, Indian People's Cultural Association.

22 March: Institute of Russian Language.

23 March: Youth Guild for Friendship.

24 March: Writers' World.

25 March: Natakwala Theatre Group

30 March: Progress Literary Club

31 March: Friends of Latin America and Eisenstein Cine Club.

Timings: 5 - 7 p.m.

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A week-long celebration of 154th birth anniversary of a Russian writer Maxim Gorky started off in Kolkata

On 21 March, 2022 Russian House in Kolkata organized a discussion, dedicated to Maxim Gorky as a writer and his contributions to the social ideals of the 20th centur. Members of Indian Society for Cultural Cooperation and Friendship, West Bengal, Progressive Writers' Association Indian People's Cultural Association took part in the gathering.

An exhibition of Gorky's books showcases his popularity in the world, as many of his works have been published in different languages. A special attraction is an exhibition of photographs of Moscow's residence of Maxim Gorky in his later years.

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Students of Russian language courses paid tribute to Maxim Gorky in Kolkata

On 22nd of March 2022, students of the Institute of Russian language, Russian House in Kolkata, celebrated the 154th Birth Anniversary of Maxim Gorky. A literary evening was organised with multi-media and paper presentations and narrations. Students recited Gorky's poems in Russian and in English.

Certificates were given out to students on successful completion of their courses.

The programme included :

Presentation on life and works of Maxim Gorky - by Somoshri Palladhi

Narratives of sacrifice - portrayal of motherhood in Maxim Gorky's "Morher" and Victor Hugo's "Les Miserables" - by Jagari Mukherjee

Maxim Gorky and Rabindranath Tagore - by Saswati Manna

Recitation of the poem "Песня о Буревестнике" (The Song of the Stormy Petrel) in Russian, followed by the English translation - by Natasha Ghose

Recitation of a Bengali poem on Maxim Gorky, composed by the student himself - by Biplab Roy

Narration of Russian House in Kolkata named after Maxim Gorky, popularly known as Gorky Sadan ("Gorky House") - by Gautam Ghosh

Narration of a short story on Maxim Gorky, depicting his compassionate and humane trait " Новая Роль" (The New Role) - by Tanusree Chatterjee.

All the participants received brochures "Russian places in and around Kolkata", published by the Russian House in 2019.

Flowers have been laid to the bust of Maxim Gorky, proudly owned by Russian House in Kolkata. According to the archives, the bronze bust can be accredited to a famous Soviet sculptor Mikhail Baburin. Another monument of Maxim Gorky is a copy of the famous statue, work of Vera Mukhina. On 16 March 1987, the street of Kolkata where the Russian House stands, has been renamed from Victoria Terrace to Gorky Terrace.

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Members of a Russia-India friendship society celebrated 154th birth anniversary of Maxim Gorky in Kolkata

On 23rd of March, 2022 Russian House in Kolkata along with a Russia-India friendship society "Youth Guild for Friendship" held a literary evening, dedicated to the famous Russian writer Maxim Gorky. Program officer of the centre, Gautam Ghosh, gave a speech on the Gorky's contribution to the world literature and the social movements of the 20th century.

Members of the society presented their perceptions of Maxim Gorky as well as their creative performances connected to the writer.

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A play based on Maxim Gorky's short story "Once Upon a Fall" was staged in Kolkata

As part of the week-long celebration of the 154th birth anniversary of a Russian writer, poet, playwright, publicist and public figure Maxim Gorky (1868-1936), a premiere of a play based on Gorky's short story was held at the Russian House in Kolkata. The play in Bengali language was presented by the city's Natakwala Theater Group on March 25th, 2022.

The director of the play, Shyamal Kumar Chakraborty, in his address to the audience pointed at the longevity of his interaction with the Russian House in Kolkata and expressed his respect for the work of Maxim Gorky.

The story "Once Upon a Fall" refers to Gorky's early autobiographical works. The writer recalls himself in a difficult situation in an new city and warmly writes about an unfamiliar girl who came to his aid. The production involved professional actors - Srijita Saha as Natasha and Rohan Bhattacharya as the main character.

The premiere of the performance is also timed to coincide with World Theatre Day, celebrated annually on March 27.

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Спектакль по рассказу Максима Горького "Однажды осенью" поставлен в Калькутте

В рамках недельного празднования 154-летия со дня рождения русского писателя, поэта, драматурга, публициста и общественного деятеля Максима Горького (1868-1936) в Русском доме в Калькутте состоялась премьера спектакля по "Однажды осенью" по мотивам одноимённого рассказа автора. Постановка была представлена калькуттским театром "Натаквала" на бенгальском языке.

Директор и постановщик пьесы, Шаямал Кумар Чакраборти, в обращении к зрителям отметил давние теплые связи с Русским домом в Калькутте и высказал почтение творчеству Максима Горького.

Рассказ "Однажды осенью" относится к ранним автобиографическим произведениям Горького. В нём писатель вспоминает себя в трудной ситуации в незнакомом городе и с теплотой пишет о незнакомой девушке, пришедшей ему на помощь. В постановке были задействованы профессиональные актёры - Сриджита Саха в роли Наташи и Рохан Бхаттачарья в роли главного героя.

Премьера спектакля также приурочена ко Всемирному дню театра, отмечаемому ежегодно 27 марта.

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A premiere of a play based on Maxim Gorky's short story "Once Upon a Fall" staged in Kolkata

Natakwala Kolkata theatre group dedicated their performance to 154th birth anniversary of a Russian writer Maxim Gorky (March 28th) and the World Theater Day (March 27th).

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Maxim Gorky and Calcutta: a retrospection on the day of 154th birth anniversary of the writer

Alexey Maximovich Peshkov, popularly known as Maxim Gorky, was a Russian writer and political activist. Five times nominee for the Nobel Prize in Literature. He was born on March 28, 1868 in Nizhny Novgorod, Russian Empire.

The most read work of the Russian literature, translated in many languages of India is Maxim Gorky's novel "Mother" (1906). It inspires many generations of people, dreaming about better and rightful life.

From the beginning of the 20th century Kolkata was well introduced to Maxim Gorky and his activities. Great interest about the writer-activist was shown by the freedom-loving people of Bengal. One can witness information about the arrest of Maxim Gorky, published in the newspapers like 'The Bengalee', 'The Englishman", etc. Very soon Gorky became a close relative to the oppressed people of colonial India.

At the height of the anti-British movement in 1905, the first biography of Maxim Gorky was published in the January edition of the journal 'Bharat Mahila'. The furst translation of Gorky's story was published in 'Jahnavi' journal in 1913. Since then Gorky inspired freedom fighters in India.

In 1920-22 Gorky's 'Chelkash' was introduced in the syllabus of the British department of the Intermediate course of the University of Calcutta. One can also find Gorky's 'Mother' in the hands of Labanya, the main female character of Rabindranath Tagore's novel 'Shesher Kabita' ('Last Poem'), written in 1928. Much earlier in 1917in his story 'Poila Number 1' Tagore introduced Gorky to the literary circle of India through the discussion on contemporary short stories.

Russian House in Kolkata bears the name of this great Russian writer as Gorky Sadan. Overthrowing the colonial hangover from the street where the Russian House stands, known earlier as Victoria Terrace, on 16 March 1987, the street was renamed as Gorky Terrace on the eve of the 120th birth anniversary of the writer.

Article source: Russian Places In and Around Kolkata. Russian House in Kolkata, 2019.

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Literary circle of Kolkata paid tribute to Maxim Gorky

On March 30, members of the literary circle of Kolkata paid tribute to a famous Russian writer, playwright and social influencer Maxim Gorky on his 154th birth anniversary. Progress Literary Club had its session at the "Gorky House" - the Russian House in Kolkata.

Famous Bengali film writer and novelist, General secretary of the club, Shahzad Fordaus spoke on the occasion, noting the differences between writings of Leo Tolstoy and Maxim Gorky. Prof. Rahul Dasgupta and Prof. Mustaq Ahmed read out their papers on life and works of Gorky.

Members of the club, writers and poets, presented their works and publications.

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Literary evening in honor of Maxim Gorky held in Kolkata

On March 24, Kolkata literary association "Writer's World" held a meeting in celebration of 154th birth anniversary of Maxim Gorky. Writers and poets of West Bengal shared their works and thoughts on Gorky's contribution to the world literature and social movement of the 20th century.

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A week-long celebration of Maxim Gorky's birth anniversary in Kolkata concluded with a film screening

On March 31st, Russian House in Kolkata jointly with Eisenstein Cine Club hosted a film screening in celebration of 154th birth anniversary of a Russian writer and social activist Maxim Gorky.

The screening has been preceeded by a speech by Dr. Susnata Das, Professor of History, Rabindra Bharati University. He outlined the importance of Gorky's contribution to the freedom movement of India as welll as the artistic value of his works.

Members of the Eisenstein Cine Club and visitors of the Russian House went through the exhibition of photographs, showcasing Gorky's residence in Moscow and watched the drama "The Lower Depths" (1957), directed by Akira Kurosawa (Japan) and based on the 1902 play by Maxim Gorky.

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Недельные празднования дня рождения Максима Горького в Калькутте завершились показом фильма

31 марта 2022 г. Русский дом в Калькутте совместно с киноклубом имени Сергея Эйнштейна провели кинопоказ, посвященный 154-летию со дня рождения русского писателя и общественного деятеля Максима Горького.

Показу предшествовала речь доктора Суснаты Дас, профессора истории Университета Рабиндра Бхарати. Он подчеркнул важность вклада Горького в освободительное движение Индии, а также художественное значение его произведений.

Члены киноклуба имени Эйзенштейна и гости Русского дома ознакомились с выставкой фотографий, освещающей резиденцию Горького в Москве, и посмотрели драму «На дне» (1957 г.) японского режиссера Акиры Куросавы по пьесе Максима Горького 1902 года.

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On the occasion of the 155th birth anniversary of the Soviet public and literary figure Maxim Gorky (1868-1936), the Russian House in Kolkata has prepared a video about the Gorky House Museum in the historical center of Moscow, known as the Ryabushinsky mansion. This is one of the best examples of Art Nouveau architectural style and one of the most beautiful mansions in Moscow.

The mansion, known for its fabulous decoration, was designed by one of the greatest Russian architects, Fyodor Schechtel. Here, from 1931 to 1936, Maxim Gorky lived with his family after his return from Italy. In 1965 the mansion turned into a museum.

When you enter the mansion, you feel like diving into the underwater kingdom. The main staircase rises like a curving sea wave with a fantastic jellyfish chandelier. The house is worthy of attention with its fabulous decor.

According to the museum staff, this mansion was also visited by Rabindranath Tagore during his trip to the USSR in 1930. We also invite you to visit this museum and plunge into the atmosphere of the writer.

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К 155-летию со дня рождения советского общественного и литературного деятеля Максима Горького Русский дом в Калькутте подготовил видеоролик о Доме-музее Горького в историческом центре Москвы, известном как особняк Рябушинского. Это один из лучших образцов архитектурного стиля модерн и один из самых красивых особняков Москвы.

Особняк, известный своим сказочным убранством, был спроектирован одним из величайших русских архитекторов Федором Шехтелем. Здесь с 1931 по 1936 год жил с семьей Максим Горький после своего возвращения из Италии. В 1965 году особняк стал музеем.

Вход в особняк напоминает погружение в подводное царство. Главная лестница поднимается вверх, как изгибающаяся морская волна с фантастической люстрой-медузой. Дом достоин внимания своим сказочным декором.

По сообщению сотрудников музея, в особняке бывал Рабиндранат Тагор во время своего визита в СССР в 1930 году. Мы приглашаем Вас также посетить этот музей и окунуться в атмосферу писателя.

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The 155th anniversary of Maxim Gorky is celebrated in Kolkata

Festive events in honor of the 155th anniversary of the Russian and Soviet writer, playwright and public figure Maxim Gorky (March 28, 1868 - June 18, 1936) began in Kolkata. On March 27, the Russian House organized the opening of an exhibition of photographs, books and posters dedicated to the life and work of the writer. Sergey Shushin, head of the Russian House in Kolkata, Ekaterina Lazareva, head of protocol of the Consulate General of the Russian Federation in Kolkata and Prof. Sarasij Sengupta solemnly opened the exhibition and addressed the audience.

The exhibition will continue until March 31 from 4 to 6 p.m. daily.

In honor of Gorky's anniversary, there will also be readings by students of Russian language courses (March 28 at 9.30 am), a literary evening with the assistance of the Progress Literary Club (March 28 at 5.30 p.m.) and screenings of films based on the works of Maxim Gorky:

- film "Mother" (1926, dir. V. Pudovkin), March 29 at 5.30 p.m.;
- film "Lower Depths" (1957, dir. Akira Kurosawa), March 30 at 5.30 p.m.;
- film "Vassa" (1983, dir. Gleb Panfilov), March 31 at 5.30 p.m..

All screenings are free and available without pre-registration.

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155-летие Маскима Горького отмечают в Калькутте

Праздничные мероприятия в честь 155-летия русского и советсткого писателя, драматурга и общественного деятеля Максима Горького (28 марта 1868 - 18 июня 1936) начались в Калькутте. 27 марта Русский дом организовал открытие выставки фотографий, книг и афиш, посвященной жизни и творчеству писателя. Директор Русского дома в Калькутте Сергей Владиславович Шушин, атташе Генерального консульства Российской Федерации в Калькутте Екатерина Владимировна Лазарева и профессор Сарасидж Сенгупта торжественно открыли выставку и выступили перед собравшимися.

Работа выставки продолжится до 31 марта ежедневно с 16 до 18 часов.

В честь юбилея Горького также состоятся чтения студентов курсов русского языка (28 марта в 09.30 утра), литературный вечер при содействии клуба "Прогресс" (28 марта в 17.30) и показы фильмов по произведениям Максима Горького:

- фильм "Мать" (1926 г., реж. В. Пудовкин), 29 марта в 17.30;
- фильм "На дне" (1957 г., реж. Акира Куросава), 30 марта в 17.30;
- фильм "Васса" (1983 г., реж. Глеб Панфилов), 31 марта в 17.30.

Все показы бесплатны и доступны без предварительной регистрации.

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28 March this year marks the 155th birth anniversary of Maxim Gorky, a writer, playwright and prose writer who stood at the origins of the USSR Writers' Union and was its first chairman.

The real name of the writer is Alexei Maksimovich Peshkov. The pseudonym Gorky ("bitter") characterizes not only his fate, but also the direction of creativity. So, Alexei's life was bitter, and he wrote about the bitter fate of the destitute. He took his literary name in honor of his father, whom he loved very much and lost early.

He gained literary fame in the mid-1890s thanks to the colorful image of the writer "from the tramps." In 1892, Gorky first published the story Makar Chudra. Subsequently, he gained fame as the author of works in a revolutionary spirit. The collection "Essays and Stories" and the novel "Mother" had considerable success, and his plays "Petty Bourgeois" and "At the Bottom" were staged at the Moscow Art Theater. Chekhov.

In his works, the writer talked about his dream, about "new people" - free, courageous, purposeful, capable of achieving transcendental goals beyond the bounds of the possible.

Gorky was nominated for the Nobel Prize 5 times, and his works were published during his lifetime in large numbers. The writer's works were written in an accessible language, understandable to everyone. He was also put on a par with Pushkin and Tolstoy.

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28 марта этого года исполнилось 155 лет со дня рождения Максима Горького — писателя, драматурга и прозаика, который стоял у истоков создания Союза писателей СССР и был его первым председателем.

Настоящее имя писателя — Алексей Максимович Пешков. Псевдоним характеризует не только его судьбу, но и направление творчества. Так, жизнь Алексея была горькой, и писал он про горькую участь обездоленных. Свое литературное имя он взял в честь отца, которого очень любил и рано потерял.

Литературную известность он приобрел в середине 1890-х годов благодаря колоритному образу писателя «из босяков». В 1892 году Горький впервые опубликовал рассказ «Макар Чудра». Впоследствии получил известность как автор произведений в революционном духе. Значительный успех имели сборник «Очерки и рассказы» и роман «Мать», а его пьесы «Мещане» и «На дне» были поставлены на сцене МХТ им. Чехова.

В произведениях писатель рассказывал о своей мечте, о «новых людях» — свободных, смелых, целеустремленных, способных добиться запредельных целей за гранью возможного.

Горького 5 раз выдвигали на получение Нобелевской премии, а его труды издавались при жизни большими тиражами. Произведения писателя были написаны доступным языком, понятным каждому. Также его ставили в один ряд с Пушкиным и Толстым.

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