Moscow Nights is dedicated to promoting the appreciation and understanding of Russian and Eastern European Culture.
Our programs include theatrical and musical presentations, festivals, and educational programs.

NATASHA'S STORY

Russian and Eastern European Story has occupied a central place in European culture for the last two centuries. Who can imagine modern literature without Alexander Pushkin, Fedor Dostoevsky, Leo Tolstoy, Anton Chekhov, Boris Pasternak, Anna Akhmatova, or Mikhail Bulgakov? Or 20th century art without Marc Chagall, Kazimir Malevich, or Wassily Kandinsky?

And what would modern classical music be without Pyotr Tchaikovsky, Sergei Rachmaninoff, Igor Stravinsky, Sergei Prokofiev, or Dmitri Shostakovich? These and other Eastern European artists have helped to shape our very concept of the humanities. Drawing upon the best examples of Russian and Eastern European Culture, Moscow Nights’ programs seek to inform and inspire their audiences.

With Moscow Nights as cultural curator, there is always more to explore and learn, to inspire and edify.

VISION

For two decades, Moscow Nights has been an IRS 501(c)(3) non-profit organization committed to promoting and celebrating the rich cultural heritage of Russia and Eastern Europe. We achieve our mission through diverse activities including cultural educational programs, festivals, music concerts, theater and multimedia presentations.

At Moscow Nights, we believe that cultural exchange is essential to fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of diverse perspectives. Our efforts showcase the beauty and complexity of Russian and Eastern European cultures that have not only enriched our local community but also contributed to the larger global conversation about the significance of cross-cultural dialogue.

Moscow Nights brings a spirit of internationalism and a commitment to add a unique layer to the mix of our region’s multi-layered international foundations.

Join us in our mission to promote cultural exchange and celebrate our unique contributions of Russian and Eastern European cultures. Together we CAN build a more connected and compassionate world.

NATASHA O. RAMER

Artistic Director

Natasha Ramer was trained as a director and actor at the State Institute of the Performing Arts in Moscow.  Since founding Moscow Nights in 1999, she has directed every production in the company’s repertoire and written scripts for the Russian Festivals.  Most recently she directed and performed with an international cast in Longing For Peace and Home: Russian and Jewish Songs of The Second World War featuring an international cast.  She is currently working on A Tribute to Mikhail Bulgakov, a theatrical production slated for later this year.

 

While her directing is focused on Russian and Eastern European greats and masterpieces, including Alexander Pushkin, Anton Chekhov, Nikolai Gogol, and Evgeny Shvarts, she has also directed Edward Albee, Lope de Vega, and Jean Anouilh in Lithuania.

 

Ms. Ramer has twice been the recipient of Louisiana Division of the Arts Mini Grants (2003, 2005); in 2011 received the City Cultural Life Award from the mayor of Siauliai, Lithuania.

WHO WE ARE

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

BOARD MEMBERS

Dorian Bennett

Ralph Cadow CPA

Masha Chaffee

Andrea J. Fulton

Beverly Slater Gianna

Dr. Olga Kaliebe, MD

Catherine Koppel

Robert Larimer

Elliott Raisen, Ph.D

Sandra Raisen

Arman Sadeghpour, Ph.D

Jacqueline Simon

Olga Guardia de Smoak

ADVISORY BOARD

Benay Leslie Bernstein
Barbara “Babs” Molleré
Alexandre Vassiliev (France)
Elena Zurabova (Russia)
Barbara Hayley

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