A Russian-American community center serving the Capital Region of New York State.Our goal is to introduce, celebrate and promote traditional Russian arts and culture to the community.
A Russian-American community center serving the Capital Region of New York State.Our goal is to introduce, celebrate and promote traditional Russian arts and culture to the community.
Are you ready to start your journey to a comfortable retirement?
The Senior Living Facility Initiative with Russian Bilingual Program is proposed by the New Russia Cultural Center and Church of Nativity of the Most Holy Mother of God of Albany, NY.
Dear Friends!
We are exploring the development of a senior living facility with Russian cultural programming in Albany, NY, and we need your input.
You are invited to our second community planning meeting:
Date: Sunday March 1 2026
Time: 1:15pm - 2:30pm
Location: Public library at 148 Henry Johnson Blvd Albany
Who Should Attend: Russian-speaking community members and families. Seniors interested in future housing options. Anyone interested in supporting this initiative.
What We'll Discuss:
Vision for a senior living facility that honors Russian culture and language. Community needs and gaps in current senior care options.
Programming ideas: activities, services, cultural events. How you can be involved in planning and development.
Why Your Voice Matters: This facility should reflect the true needs of our community. Whether you're a senior considering future housing or someone with expertise to share, your perspective is essential.
We look forward to building this vision together.
New Russia Cultural Center
High-end Adult Homefacility in Albany NY. A private proprietary adult home is operated for compensation and profit. Adult Home with Enriched housing program established and operated for the purpose of providing long-term residential care, room, board (three meals a day), housekeeping, personal care, supervision, and participation in facility and community programs. It’s a non-medical care facility.
Stress Free Senior Living: Maintenance Free Bliss! What is maintenance-free living? It's when someone else takes care of all of the hard work for you. A maintenance-free lifestyle, allowing residents to focus on enjoying their golden years without the burden of household chores and repairs. Embrace luxurious amenities, vibrant social community, and engaging activities!
All-inclusive Amenities and Services. A full-service dining (three meals a day and an evening snack) in a large dining hall, a library, hobby studio, exercise room, indoor pool, chapel, a large outside deck, garden areas and parklike grounds and art/cultural center on premises.
Options for Every Lifestyle. There are a choice of 4-bedroom, 2-bedroom and cozy 1-bedroom apartments. Each floor plan features well-appointed living spaces, kitchen, bathroom, ample storage and modern amenities, such as walk-in tub and a red heat lamp in the bathroom, and washing and dryer machins.
Russian Bilingual Program. Experience a truly unique senior living experience with a touch of Russian charm! Immerse yourself in a vibrant senior living community that celebrates Russian culture. Enjoy a bilingual environment with staff fluent in English and Russian.Indulge in a culinary journey with the Russian cuisine offerings, crafted by the talented chef. Peaceful sanctuary for prayers. The program includes recreational, social, educational and cultural activities
Components of facility design:
Breakfast on a lanai terrace. An exceptionally large outdoor back porch (terrace) with a summertime canvas awning and glass panel railing. Terrace creates a perfect place to enjoy nature and gather with friends. It’s a special outdoor living space that provides full shade with unobstructed views for residents to enjoy a panoramic view of the outdoors while having breakfast or simply lounging on a lanai terrace.
Four seasons porch - Importance of natural light . Four seasons porch is a sunroom enclosed with glass, allowing for breathtaking floor-to-ceiling views of the outdoors for all-year-round usage. Incorporating natural light into the facility's design is important for residents. Let them see the light. Natural light is proven to create a sense of well-being and boost mood. As being a winter garden and conservatory, the four seasons porch will be embellished with conservatory plants and living green walls.
Extending the garden's beauty with layered landscaping. The composition of a garden in the backyard with multiple tiers of ornamental trees, evergreen shrubs, perennial shrubs and plants & flowers gives a lush view from the terrace and creates the feeling of greater space. The blooming flowers and foliage extend garden beauty throughout multiple seasons.
Impact of shade tree alley with ample shade.The presence of shade alley adds visual appeal, creating a warm and inviting ambiance that encourages residents to spend time outdoors to relax and socialize and making shade tree alley a valuble assest in senior living facility.
Standalone recreation center. Variety of cultural activities to celebrate Russian traditions, from art calsses to music and theatrical performances.
Why wouldn't you want to take advantage of the benefits of maintenance-free living? You deserve to retire in comfort surrounded by friendly neighbors and future friends. You don't have to waste your time with mundane tasks like cooking and cleaning in a maintenance-free senior living community. Focus on your hobbies, your social connections, and your overall wellness. It's time to focus on yourself!
If you want to be involved in the work of organizational committee please call Tanya Deptola at 518-382-9438.
Sign Up for REIT Investment Newsletter here
Are you ready to start your journey to a comfortable retirement?
The Senior Living Facility Initiative with Russian Bilingual Program is proposed by the New Russia Cultural Center and Church of Nativity of the Most Holy Mother of God of Albany, NY.
Do you know how much your retirement will cost? Have you considered how you will pay for it?
Do you know how to generate the retirement income you’ll need? For many current and future retirees, these can be stressful questions which are often put off and left unanswered for too long.
Investing in Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT)
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Capital gains: Money made from selling property for more than the REIT paid for it.
Return of capital: This is essentially the REIT giving you some of your own money back.
Senior Housing – Investing in a recession-resistant industry!
MARKET VALIDATION. As America ages, the demand for homes and care for older folks increase, presenting some recession-resilient investment opportunities. Senior housing could be an attractive real estate sector for investors because of the sheer number of people who might soon need it. According to the Population Reference Bureau, there are 76 million Baby Boomers in the United States. The oldest members of the Baby Boomer generation are now entering their mid-70s, and the youngest are approaching their 60s.
HIGH DEMAND. “Silver Tsunami”. The rate at which American Seniors are retiring is truly staggering. The number of Americans 65 and older will increase from 56 million in 2020 to 79.2 million by 2035, due to the emergence of Baby Boomers into the age of retirement. Such a vast increase only creates a greater demand for Senior Living Facilities.
LOW SUPPLY. As the elderly population grows, the rate of senior housing new construction is not keeping pace. Units under construction began a significant decline in 2008 and continued to fall through 2011 with only modest growth through 2014. As new construction regained pace through 2018, declines were experienced again 2019-2021.When these two dynamics are married, the need that is left unaddressed is the growing market for newer and better facilities/communities tailored to emerging retirees.
PROFIT MARGIN. Senior living facilities have a profit margin of around 20% to 40%. A smaller facility with fewer residents may have a higher profit margin than a larger facility with more residents, due to lower overhead costs.
REIT to develop high-end Adult Home facility in Albany NY. A private proprietary adult home is operated for compensation and profit. Adult Home with Enriched housing program established and operated for the purpose of providing long-term residential care, room, board (three meals a day), housekeeping, personal care, supervision, and participation in facility and community programs. It’s a non-medical care facility. The facility will be built in a serene and easily accessible area of Albany on 1,4-acre of land located at 19 Russell Rd Albany, NY. It includes a 30,000 sq ft, 44 beds main building and art/recreational center.
Stress Free Senior Living: Maintenance Free Bliss! What is maintenance-free living? It's when someone else takes care of all of the hard work for you. A maintenance-free lifestyle, allowing residents to focus on enjoying their golden years without the burden of household chores and repairs. Embrace luxurious amenities, vibrant social community, and engaging activities!
All-inclusive Amenities and Services. A full-service dining (three meals a day and an evening snack) in a large dining hall, a library, hobby studio, exercise room, indoor pool, chapel, a large outside deck, garden areas and parklike grounds and art/cultural center on premises.
Options for Every Lifestyle. There are a choice of 4-bedroom, 2-bedroom and cozy 1-bedroom apartments. Each floor plan features well-appointed living spaces, kitchen, bathroom, ample storage and modern amenities, such as walk-in tub and a red heat lamp in the bathroom, and washing and dryer machins.
Russian Bilingual Program. Experience a truly unique senior living experience with a touch of Russian charm! Immerse yourself in a vibrant senior living community that celebrates Russian culture. Enjoy a bilingual environment with staff fluent in English and Russian.Indulge in a culinary journey with the Russian cuisine offerings, crafted by the talented chef. Peaceful sanctuary for prayers. The program includes recreational, social, educational and cultural activities
Components of facility design:
Breakfast on a lanai terrace. An exceptionally large outdoor back porch (terrace) with a summertime canvas awning and glass panel railing. Terrace creates a perfect place to enjoy nature and gather with friends. It’s a special outdoor living space that provides full shade with unobstructed views for residents to enjoy a panoramic view of the outdoors while having breakfast or simply lounging on a lanai terrace.
Four seasons porch - Importance of natural light . Four seasons porch is a sunroom enclosed with glass, allowing for breathtaking floor-to-ceiling views of the outdoors for all-year-round usage. Incorporating natural light into the facility's design is important for residents. Let them see the light. Natural light is proven to create a sense of well-being and boost mood. As being a winter garden and conservatory, the four seasons porch will be embellished with conservatory plants and living green walls.
Extending the garden's beauty with layered landscaping. The composition of a garden in the backyard with multiple tiers of ornamental trees, evergreen shrubs, perennial shrubs and plants & flowers gives a lush view from the terrace and creates the feeling of greater space. The blooming flowers and foliage extend garden beauty throughout multiple seasons.
Impact of shade tree alley with ample shade. The presence of shade alley adds visual appeal, creating a warm and inviting ambiance that encourages residents to spend time outdoors to relax and socialize and making shade tree alley a valuble assest in senior living facility.
Standalone recreation center. Variety of cultural activities to celebrate Russian traditions, from art calsses to music and theatrical performances.
Why wouldn't you want to take advantage of the benefits of maintenance-free living? You deserve to retire in comfort surrounded by friendly neighbors and future friends. You don't have to waste your time with mundane tasks like cooking and cleaning in a maintenance-free senior living community. Focus on your hobbies, your social connections, and your overall wellness. It's time to focus on yourself!
Four reasons to invest in Real Estate Investment Trust:
1. Investing can provide you with another source of income and fund your retirement.
2. Age in place - luxury boutique all inclusive resort style facility.
3. Bilingual staff and community center on the property.
4. Investor's privilege for preferable checking into the facility.
If you want to be involved in the work of organizational committee please call Tanya Deptola at 518-382-9438.
Sign Up for REIT Investment Newsletter here
UPON A TIME IN ANATEVKA
The American Premiere of Grigory Gorin's play "Memorial Prayer” (original title).
This project is made possible with funds from the Decentralization Grant program, a regrant program of the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Governor and the New York State Legislature and administered by The Arts Center of the Capital Region.
The theatrical project "Once Upon a Time in Anatevka" is based on the story "Tevye the Milkman" by Sholom Aleichem, in duo language adaptations for both English and Russian audiences. It is a thought-provoking and emotionally charged theatrical production that aims to raise awareness of antisemitism.
Event Details
| THE SCENE | The events described in the play refer to 1905 - 1906 in Central Ukraine.. |
| PRODUCER | NEW RUSSIA CULTURAL CENTER |
| PRODUCTION TEAM | |
| DIRECTOR | Andrei Kouznetsov |
| Ligting technician | Roman Sharikov |
| Audio technician | Roman Sharikov |
| Set Design | Andrei Kouznetsov |
| Set construction and props | Vyacheslav Milyukov |
| Lighting Assistance | Jared Ovitt |
| Lighting Design | Andrei Kouznetsov |
| Sound Design | Andrei Kouznetsov |
| Stage Managers | Tatiana Stepanets, Elena Silverman |
| Marketing | Tanya Deptola |
| Costume design and execution | Olga Zvezdina, Natalia Savinova |
| Special thanks to | Indiana Nash, Joe Sinatra, Randal Hogue |
| Marina Taborovskaya, Olga Portefield, Irina Shteinvurtsel | |
| Lyuba Ruseva, Peter Rusev, Sevil Breton, Alla & Gregory Slutsky | |
| Sasha Denisova, Fred Decker, Polina Smirnova |
CHARACTERS
Tevie - the Milkman.
Golda, his wife,
Tzeitel, Godle, Hava, their daughters
Motle, tailor
Prechik, student,
Feodor, clerk
Yentl, matchmaker - a relative of Tevye
Lazer Wolf, the butcher
Constable
Prist
Rabbi
Men, women, wedding guests, neighbors.
Meet the Casts
Jack Falon (Tevye) is a graduate of Villanova and holds a Master's in Ed Psych from St. Rose. He has appeared in theatres from the Palace in Albany to the Fox in Detroit to the Merriam in Philly. He has made appearances in several productions of the Saratoga Shakespeare Co. During the 1970s he was one of the pioneers of Off Off Broadway appearing over 35 productions at 6 different theatres. And was one of the founding members of the WPA Theatre. His robust energetic performances prompted the Village Voice to dub him "the jock set's contribution to Off Off Broadway." He has had guest starring roles on Jake and the Fatman and The Guiding Light.
Jackie Amilivia (Golda and Mother) is happy to be working with the Russian Cultural Center for the first time. She is a board member with Classic Theater Guild where she has served in many roles, including most recently, A Shayna Maidel and Picasso at the Lapin Agile. She has worked with Foothills Family Productions, Colonial Little Theater, Foothills Arts Council, Galway Players, Schenectady Civic Players, and is currently stage managing Albany Civic Players production of Driving Miss Daisy.Jackie is a former ESL Teacher and retired New York State employee who always wanted to be involved in theater. She would like to thank Andrei for the opportunity to play such rich characters, Bill Wilday for bringing her into this project, her family, Katt and Tristan for their support, and this very talented cast for their hard work and for this amazing experience. She hopes you enjoy the show!
Alan Angelo (Laser Wolf), MA in theatre, has 150 on-stage credits with companies ranging from Mac- Hayden to Schenectady Light opera Company to Glimmerglass Opera Company to Albany Detective Dinner Mysteries. Favorite roles include: Pseudelous (Forum), Fiorello (Fiorello), and Jean Sheppard (A Christmas Story). He has appeared in many independent films and video productions. Example:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F7Jz8thOCtE and https://video.wmht.org/video/hieronymus-a-musical-fantasy-gkrfmg. Alan appeared with The New Russian Cultural Center’s production of, “The Family That Never Happened.” He dedicates his performance to the memory of Ann and Ed Angelo. Alan plays professionally Bari, Alto, Tenor Sax, and is a vocalist.
Carol Jones (Entl, matchmaker) has been involved in the theater world for over 50 years as an actress, director, stage and house manager, costumr, usher, and loved it all. She performed at the Lake George Dinner Theater, the Palace in Albany, The Egg, Rivervie Productions, Schenectady Light Opera Company, Albany Civic Theater, Schenectady Civic Theater, Capital Repertory Theatre, Columbia Civic Theater. Favorite roles: Fraulein Schneider in "Cabaret", Letectia Primrose in "On the Twentieth Century'', Miss Casewell in "Mousetrap", and many more. In other roles sometimes going from Stripper to Nun.
Jonathan Tarpy (Motl) became interested in acting during the Covid19 pandemic while living in NYC. At the time one of the only places still open during the lock-downs was a little theater off broadway where actress Catherine Russel taught a weekly acting class. Jonathan joined the class to improve his public speaking abilities and soon became intrigued by the work of an actor. Through one of the other students in the class, Jonathan was cast in a short film that has been screened at more than a dozen film festivals, winning several prizes, including the Grand Prix at a festival in France last year.
Bill Wilday (Constable) is pleased to be a part of this production. He has performed as Victor Velasco in Barefoot in the Park at Glove Theater and 13 stage performances with Classic Theater Guild. He would like to thank the director, cast and crew and hopes you enjoy the show.
CarolAnne Manzer (Godl), member of SUNY Oneonta Theatre Department (2021-2022), company member of Blue Horse Repertory Theatre. She serves in roles as Suzanne/Countess in Picasso at the Lapin Agile at Classic Theatre Guild; Marina (Pericles), Fiona (Shameless) at Goodrich Theatre, Tracey (Sweat), Lulu (Between Riverside and Crazy), Josie (A Moon for Misbegotten), First Witch (macbeth) at Blue Horse Theatre. She is alo guitarist and singer.
Ro Dell’Acqua (Hava), BFA Theatre Performance, Niagara University. She serves in roles as Jo (Independence), Woman of Avenger Field (Decision Height) at Niagara University Theatre, Featured Performer (Speak To Us Of…). University at Buffalo, Eileen (Moon Over Buffalo), Mariah (Twelfth Night), Ensemble (Les Miserables) at the Guilderlan Players, Mermaid (Carnival) at Immersive Theatre Artpark Gala.
Dexter Bullard (Rabbi) is no stranger to the theater. He graduated from the UCLA theater department, being a theater major, in Los Angeles. He was seen as an actor in off-Broadway productions, summer stock, some soap operas, and one production in Joseph Papp's Public Theater. He then moved away from the city to Connecticut and was hired to teach acting and direct all school plays in his alma mater high school (prep school), and also hired as an acting instructor at The University of Connecticut in Storrs, CT . He established his own theater and acting school in downtown Austin, Texas. He directed and taught acting at his own theater "The Gaslight Theater" a number of very well received plays over several years.
John Reheuser (Prist) is inspired and thrilled to be in a thought provoking play about hardship in the Pale of long-ago Russia. He has been in 41 plays since 2009, having played a psychiatric patient, an executor, a colonel, a war criminal, a pirate, a prince, as well as judge and priest.
15th Annual Tchaikovsky Piano Competition 2026
Date: Sunday, March 29, 2026
Time: 1pm - 4pm
Where: Guilderland Public Library
2228 Western Ave
Guilderland, NY 12084
We are very pleased to announce the 2026th Annual Tchaikovsky Piano Competition for piano students in the Greater Capital Region. The competition, as a showcase of young performers, recognizes talented young pianists, in their pursuit of musical excellence. The Competition will be held on Sunday, March 29, 2026 starting at 1 PM and judged by a panel of accomplished musicians. Contestants perform one piece composed by any Russian composer. Winners receive award monetary prizes. Click here for registration form 2026. Click here for informational flyer here. The registration deadline is March 15, 2026. After this date, the registration fee increases from $45 to $55.
COMPETITION AWARDS:
$200 Young Age Level (6 - 10)
$300 Junior Age Level (11- 13)
$500 Senior Age Level (14 - 18)
Sponsor of the Tchaikovsky Piano Competition 2026:
Congratulations to the Winners 2026!
Young Level
Ege Yoruk - 1st place, Margarita Khaitov
Nicole Kang - 2nd place, instructor Daisy Jungtzu
Daniel Hundt - 3rd place, instructor Nina Vepritskaya
Junior Level
Max Miracle- 1st place, instructor Nina Vepritskaya
Andrei Mehta - 2nd place, instructor Nina Vepritskaya
Nayana Shankar - 3rd place, instuctor Nina Vepritskaya
Senior Level
Catherine Zhong - 1st place, instructor Mary Moran
Charles Zhang - 2nd place, instructor Akina Yura
Anna Grace Macica - 3rd place, instructor Nina Vepritskaya
Congratulations to the Winners 2025!
Young Level
Leeanne Wang- 1st place, instructor Anny Yin
Larry Zeng - 2nd place, instructor Anny Yin
Aiden Jia - Music Award, instructor Akina Yura
Junior Level
Charles Zhang- 1st place, instructor Akina Yura
Vinay Kondreddy - 2nd place, instructor Mrs. Liberty
Che Bruno - Music Award, instuctor Margarita Khaitov
Senior Level
Kingston Ckajkowski - 1st place, instructor Mary Moran
John Enrique Patrick-Aguilar - 2nd place, instructor Akina Yura
Cile Lee - Music Award, instructor Kristie Chen
We are very grateful for the time and support our judges have so generously given to the Tchaikovsky Piano Competiton 2025 - Nina Vepritskaya, Margarita Khitov, and Anny Yin.
Congratulations to the Winners 2024!
Young Level
Chloe Chen- 1st place, instructor Anny Yin
Ruiqi Hu - 2nd place, instructor Anny Yin
Junior Level
Lucas Denue - 1st place, instructor Daisy Lin
Charles Zhang - 2nd place, instructor Akina Yura
Senior Level
Aki Isobayashi - 1st place, instructor Akina Yura
Catherine Zhong - 2nd place, instructor Mary Moran
We are supremely grateful for the time and support our judges have so generously given to the Tchaikovsky Piano Competiton 2024 - Michael Clement, Margarita Khitov, and Anny Yin.
Congratulations to the Winners 2023! 
Young & Junior Level
Karen Jia - 1st place, piano instructor Anny Yin
Anthony Padula - 2nd place, piano instructor Noel Liberty
Aarav Sriram Sudhaher - 3rd place, piano instructor Noel Liberty
Senior Level
Sean Cooney - 1st place, piano instructo Akina Yura
Thanks to the Tchaikovsky Piano Competiton 2023 Judges - Michael Clement, Margarita Khitov, and Hyunje Baek.
The Piano Division Winners 2020
Young Level
Cindy Hu - 1st place, piano instructor Anny Yin
ZiWei Daniel Liu - 1st place, piano instructor Kirstie Chen
Junior Level
Danae Evans - 2nd place, piano instructor Valentina Shatalova
Weizheng Wang - 2nd place, piano instructor Noel Liberty
Senior Level
Yvyann Shen - 1st place, piano instructor Michael Thomopoulos
Johanna Saint-Vil - 2nd place, piano instructor Noel Liberty
Bradley Rao - 3rd place, piano insructor Joseph Fennimore
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The Piano Division Winners 2019 Young Level
Jiaxi Gao - 1st place
Alexa Tan - 2nd place
Brendan Yan - 3rd place
Junior Level
Justin Mo - 1st place Danae Evans - 1st place Samantha Baker - 2nd place Nathan Yan - Good Sportsmanship Award
Senior Level
Michael Lowry - 1place
Joyce Fang - 1 place
Gregory Marcinik - 2 place
Thomas Cuvillier - 2place
Andres Shusterman - 3place
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The Piano Division Winners 2018 Young Age Level (6 - 10)
David Fu - 1st place
Lerchen Zhong - 2nd place
Julia Zhu - 3rd place
Junior Age Level (11- 13)
William Lauricella - 1st place
Lidia Krylova - 2nd place
Michael Lowry -2nd place
Yochen Zhong;-3rd place
Senior Age Level (14 - 18)
Bryan Guo - 1st place
Nikolas Watson - 1st place
Benjamin Yao - 2nd place
Hong ju Qu - 3rd place
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Join us as we celebrate our 20th Anniversary signature event!
Saturday, December 20, 2025
Where: The Century House
We are delighted to share highlights from our recent 20th Anniversary Gala, held at the Century House in Latham on Saturday, December 20, 2025!
The evening began with a cocktail hour to suit different tastes including red caviar canapés and complimentary drinks. Guests enjoyed viewing memorable photographs from two decades of our programs and events displayed on a large screen and five easels showcasing newspaper articles about our signature events, including the Russian Winter Festival, Fashion Show, and theatrical performances.
During her opening remarks of the awards ceremony, Center President Tatiana Deptola expressed heartfelt gratitude to every volunteer who has given their time, every artist who has shared their talent, every audience member who has embraced new experiences, and every supporter who has believed in our mission of sharing Russian art and culture with the wider community. Twenty-four members of our local community were honored with Certificates of Appreciation.
During her opening remarks of the awards ceremony, Center President Tatiana Deptola expressed heartfelt gratitude to every volunteer who has given their time, every artist who has shared their talent, every audience member who has embraced new experiences, and every supporter who has believed in our mission of sharing Russian art and culture with the wider community. Twenty-four members of our local community were honored with Certificates of Appreciation.
Folowing the awards ceremony, guests were treated to artistic performances by our talented members. Marina Vaysberg performed original songs with guitar accompaniment, Tatiana Stepanets and Ron Miller presented a scene from a short story by Anton Chekhov, and Robert Willard delighted the audience with songs and guitar. One of Robert's performances was a song written by our local member Semen Lam, specially composed to commemorate our center's 20th anniversary. The song was received with great enthusiasm by the audience.
The evening continued with a gourmet dinner and dancing, with a professional live band.
360 photo booth with 30-second clips of guests dancing & celebrating, was engaging addition to the event.
The evening concluded with a group photograph of all award recipients.
It was truly a memorable celebration for everyone in attendance!
Photos by Tatiana Frolova www.facebook.com/HudsonVeiwPhotography