Our work in the arts

The British Council and the Ukrainian Institute have been planning a season of culture in 2022 – originally to mark 30 years of the UK’s diplomatic relationship with Ukraine.

We connect the UK’s visual arts sector with professionals in Ukraine, focusing predominantly on staging and supporting contemporary art projects.

Our film programme works to profile the innovation, diversity, creativity and excellence of British films around the world.

Our creative economy programme works at the intersection between culture, technology and business and focuses on 3 main areas.

In Ukraine, we work to create programmes that help to build those important connections and increase mutual knowledge and understanding.

Our music programme seeks to strengthen the international profile of UK music and creativity, to communicate the diversity of UK society, and to establish long-term partnerships in Ukraine.

The Culture and Creativity website continues to develop the potential of cultural and creative industries of the EaP countries.

Our programmes in theatre and dance promote the best of contemporary UK performance through projects which build the local sector’s capacity.

The British Council is helping introduce emerging Ukrainian talent in fashion and design onto the international scene.

Unlimited is an arts and disability programme arising from a common-sense idea that there are no limits for those who dream big, regardless of background or physical ability.