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Marsaudon Composites ORC57

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If you are buying a catamaran, you have one main decision to make. Do you want performance on the water and a boat that will get you from A to B quickly (and out of trouble if you need to), or do you want more living space to maximise comfort levels while at anchor?

On one end of the scale are the Lagoons, the Leopards and the Sunreefs (if you decide to go up the luxury scale in the case of the final brand). And in the speed section are Marsaudon Composites, Dazcats and Gunboat (again if you decide to go the luxury route in the case of the latter). And, of course, there are many other brands that fill in the spaces in between.

Marsaudon Composites is firmly positioned on the speed axis: a performance catamaran manufacturer that wins races. But they also make comfortable boats that sail with a smooth ride, and none more so than their flagship the ORC57 which has been inspired by catamarans such as the Gunboat 60 and the Outremer 5X.

Photos credit: Marsaudon Composites, Sebastien Mainguet (Voiles et Voiliers), Patrick le Lay

As Marsaudon’s marketing says, the Ocean Rider Catamarans range are true sailing machines. This boat will be competing in a white hot market against the likes of the O-Yachts Class 6 and the HH55.

The 57 footer has been designed by Marc Lombard who also designs boats for Nautitech and Privilege, so he’s well known in this corner of France: L’Orient. He has done a great job in expanding the range from the smaller 42 and 50 footers that were designed by Christophe Barreau. You can see that he has taken inspiration from the smaller models’ fluid and sporty lines.

The design inspiration has come from the likes of Lotus and the classic 1967 Ford Mustang: form through function. This is a real “muscle cat”.

At just 11.3 tonnes light weight, this catamaran is a serious mover. She’s just over 18m long and carries a 108 m² mainsail and an 81 m² Genoa (J1)

There’s a choice of double tillers for direct steering like you will see on the smaller boats or twin aft wheels for helms.

The standard mast and boom are aluminium, but they have used carbon on the cross beam and bowsprit. There are options for carbon upgrades everywhere of course.

The ORC57 is a powerful machine, but she’s been set up for a short-handed crew. There are 8 winches to help you manage the sails: 2 dedicated mainsheet winches, plus winches for the genoa and daggerboard lines. There are plenty of handrails on the roof for safety (8) and a crash box in each bow with watertight bulkheads.

Living Space

Down below in the standard version are 2 spacious, light aft cabins (200cm x 200cm beds), 2 heads and 2 queen sized forward cabins (200cm x 160com beds).

The finish is what we would call “industrial chic” with luxury touches. Everything has been optimised for weight reduction. So down below, for example, the floor panels are carbon and the sides in the interior are merely painted with aspects to warm the design up. It’s very effective and pretty cool.

This is one sleek looking catamaran and she is priced very competitively for this market. The ORC 57 is a light, fast sailing catamaran. The design mantra was “Keep it simple and keep it light”. She’s one helluva machine.

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How much is an ORC57? The standard configuration is priced at just under €1.1m, launched and rigged in L’Orient. Of course, there are plenty of extras that you can add onto this, but still, this catamaran is competitively priced in this market against the likes of HH, Dazcat and even Outremer

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Preview: ORC 57 performance cruising catamaran

• Toby Heppell
• June 3, 2021

Marsaudon Composites has announced a new multihull in the ORC 57 alongside which the company has announced a rebranding of their range, now all of which will be known as Ocean Rider Catamarans (or ORC)

Marsaudon Composites has built an enthusiastic following for its TS42 and TS50 catamarans since the smaller boat was launched six years ago. Now they are adding a new design to their range, the ORC 57.

The ORC 57 will follow in the footsteps of her predecessors, offering a tiller steered performance multihull – though this time at c.60ft LOA.

The yard is based at Lorient La Base, at the heart of the French offshore racing scene, so it’s perhaps no surprise these designs are lightweight and have more than a nod towards the performance end of the sailing spectrum.

The direct tiller steering on both previous moles is an example of the thinking that sets these boats apart from other multihulls and makes them sought after models. Yet they also have enough space both on deck and below to offer very comfortable living.

Having seen success with their first two cats, the French marque is now launching the new 57-footer, the ORC 57, which comes from the pen of designer, Marc Lombard. It shares the same hallmarks as the existing models, although a wheel steering option will also be offered.

In suitable conditions this is a cruising yacht that can be expected to hit speeds of well over 20 knots.

The hull shape of the ORC 57 is clearly a progression from the earlier models, while following the same light displacement principles with fine hull shapes. Lombard drew a new shape for the bows to increase efficiency and reduce the tendency for bow-down trim.

The additional size makes the interior spaces of this boat significantly larger than those of the 50-footer, especially in the hulls. Much thought has also gone into ergonomics and weight saving, stripping out and simplifying anything that is not essential. CEO Damien Cailliau likes to draw on a quote from Colin Chapman, founder of Lotus Cars: “Simplify, then add lightness.”

As an example, there are no hull linings, which saves weight and complication, but requires extremely neat moulding.

As a low volume builder – only 28 of the smaller boats have been built in total – Marsaudon Composites offers semi-custom interior arrangements, providing they don’t add unnecessary weight.

At the same time as announcing this design Marsaudon launched a rebranding of the range, which will now be known as Ocean Rider Catamarans (or ORC).

Specifications: 

LOA: 18.4m / 60ft 4in Beam: 9m / 29ft 6in Lightweight: (ISO) 11.3 tonnes Maximum weight: (ISO) 13.9 tonnes Draft: 1.5m – 4.5m / 4ft 11in – 14ft 9in Air draft: 25.7m / 84ft 4in Mainsail Area: 108 m² Genoa: (J1) Area : 87 m² Engines: 2 x Saildrive 57hp

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The result of two years of work with the Marc Lombard’s design bureau, the ORC 57 takes inspiration from our other model’s fluid lines and a sporty structures, guarenteeing pleasurable long cruises and efficient sailing! The ORC57 comes with four large cabins as standard, and as a whole, can accommodate 9 people. Each hull includes a large bathroom and a shower, both with sliding doors, and plenty of storage space.

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Fruit d’un travail de deux ans avec le cabinet de design Marc Lombard, l’ORC 57 reprend les codes des autres modèles avec des lignes fluides, un roof, et une structure sportive pour de longues croisières, et des navigations performantes !

Un nouveau modèle : ORC 57

L’ORC57 sera proposé en standard avec 4 grandes cabines à deux lits, pouvant accueillir 9 personnes.

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Article published on 22/03/2022

By François Trégouët

published in n°182 mar. / apr.

While remaining faithful to the DNA of her smaller sisterships, the ORC 57 is this time designed by Marc Lombard – the two previous models having been designed by Barreau/Neuman. Very light but habitable, the 57 promises exceptional performance – in a good breeze with a relatively slight sea, she should be capable of holding a 20-knot average over many hours. Enough to shorten the longest of passages! This model will fulfill the requirements of crews infatuated by speed, by offshore racing and also by high-end charter.

Full test in Multihulls World #184 (July-August 2022).

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Test / ORC 57 layout : The luxury of a catamaran is really the space !

In this second part of our ORC 57 test, we look at the interior fittings and living spaces on the boat's deck. Space, clarity and comfort while sailing or at anchor are the key words.

Customizable layouts

On the ORC 57, Marsaudon Composites wished to keep the philosophy of purity initiated with the TS or Très Simple. However, the owners of a sailing boat of this level of range expect a certain level of comfort and elegance. They also often want a certain level of customization. The shipyard adapts and gives the client latitude. Lighting, storage and even certain points of the layout remain adaptable.

A huge cockpit

The two side helm stations and their seats offset from the hull, a signature of Marsaudon catamarans, remain in place, as do the two tiller stations. With 2 winches for the sheets and a pod for the instruments, the helmsman , who also has the mainsail traveller adjustment nearby, concentrates all the manoeuvres. The large aft cockpit is thus free for movement. The table almost seems small!

A comfortable square

Enhanced with some colors to compensate for the omnipresent white, the saloon gains in warmth. A beautiful saloon table welcomes the crew in the center, with a 360° visibility.

On the starboard bow, a beautiful chart table allows you to navigate while keeping an eye on the entire water surface.

At the back, a kitchen in L, is equipped with all the material, electric plates, a gas oven... The owner will not be disoriented from the house.

If it seems that the storage space is lacking, light composite boxes easily find their place, wedged on the furniture by wooden fargues.

Cabins with view

The 2 aft cabins offer superb double berths of great width. With portholes on deck, on the wall and on the transom, there is no lack of light. In case of sun, the recycled sail awnings are not too much.

In the standard configuration, each hull offers a second cabin forward of the companionways, with a 195 by 145 cm berth, as well as a shower and toilet. Storage shelves are located in the gangway.

In the owner's version we tried, the port hull is entirely dedicated. The forward cabin is removed in favor of a double sink bathroom with a large separate shower. An office is located in front of the companionway.

Careful details

The quality of the finish is truly qualitative. The touches of color, as well as nice details, such as the leather handles or the black faucets, break the austerity of the omnipresent white glossy paint.

A real turbo charged performance catamaran. Just 13tons of displacement powered with a sail area of 161m 2  upwind and 422m 2  downwind! High performance guaranteed: Square top main, J1, J2, J3, Code0, 2 spinnakers.

Sober but functional amenities with a wide protected cockpit, a spacious saloon, 4 double cabins, two bathrooms plus two exterior crew single cabins.

The ORC 57 will be available for charter from our Lavrio base with a permanent professional crew (skipper + hostess) starting late August 2023. In early November 2023 will leave for a double transatlantic, returning again to Greece in April 2024.

Fastsailing customers can join us for the transfer from Lorient France to Lavrio Greece in August and of course for the transatlantic crossing in November 2023.

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The ORC 57 is a 56.1ft fractional sloop designed by Marc Lombard and built in fiberglass sandwich - infused pvc foam by Marsaudon Composites (FRA) since 2021.

It accomodates 12 people in 6 cabins plus salon..

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A burst of 22 knots on this cruising catamaran.

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Yacht class n°33 (june-july-august 2023), marsaudon composites.

With its Ocean Rider Catamaran range, the French shipyard Marsaudon Composites is entering the fast-cruising niche. Aboard the ORC 57, the flagship designed by Marc Lombard, a crossing from the continent to Corsica gave us the opportunity to appreciate the performance and comfort of this refined and racy catamaran. Let’s head for Calvi!

Written by: Christophe Varène – Photos: DR

Fast. Very fast. With tonic wind conditions, between 20 and 40 true knots, quite favourable, north-west turning south-west, the speedometer delighted us with a maximum of 22,1 knots! And the last two hours, between 110 and 90 degrees of apparent wind, were spent at an average of almost 15 knots. With three people on board, the crossing between the port of Hyères and the bay of Calvi, in Corsica, on board the ORC 57 undeniably demonstrated the performance of this catamaran designed by Marc Lombard for speed. A look back at a great experience. From the Highfield tender that took us on board, we were able to appreciate the taut lines of the ORC 57 with its “racing” profile: inverted bows, very fine hulls, limited freeboard, discreet superstructures, low boom. Once on board, the sporty character becomes clear. Modern sailboats with tiller are rare. This brings back a pleasure that has been somewhat forgotten with the steering wheel: the thrill of direct control of the boat, especially in heavy seas from behind. And the position of the bucket seat – on the bulwark, almost on the outside – gives the helmsman an excellent view right up to the bow of the windward hull. Port manoeuvres may take some getting used to, but the precision is there. The Special Weather Bulletins warning of fresh and moderate gales encouraged Jean-Marc, the skipper of ORC 57, to be cautious and the sails were limited to the mainsail with 3 reefs and the J2, as recommended by the sail reduction chart issued by the architect. As the rigging was inspired by the world of ocean racing, the various operations took place with one crewmember at the helm and two at the mast step. Repeating these operations – releasing the third reef, then the second, replacing the J2 with the J1, and the J2 again – made them easier to understand and perform. There was no opportunity to sail upwind, but with the reclined daggerboards angled outwards to create the elevation, the skipper is confident of achieving up to 32-35 degrees of apparent wind.

PERFORMANCE AND WELL-BEING ON BOARD

Thanks to the expert advice of racers like Francis Joyon, whose trimaran IDEC comes from the same workshops, the deck plan ergonomics have also been worked on and offers a free passage from one hull to the other between the two steering positions, direct access to the winches and, in particular, to those for the mainsheet and its track, safety elements that should not be neglected. So, while the helmsman remained focused on playing with the waves and accelerating, let’s consider the crew’s comfort. Remember, the ORC 57 is a cruising catamaran and speed is not incompatible with a relaxing life on board. Stability is obviously an important asset, as is continuity of circulation between cockpit and saloon. This welcoming area is furnished with sofas and a large table. It leads to the interior through a large sliding door that disappears almost completely at the sides. Everywhere, simplicity is the key word. Indeed, the shipyard’s conscious decision to save weight meant that the construction had to be efficient. Made of vinylester foam sandwich, the boat receives its structures (some of which can be in carbon) directly in its hull moulds, which guarantees the rigidity of the entire structure. In fact, there is never any sensation of independent movement of the hulls, even in heavy seas. This process also ensures that there is no creaking or rattling. As for the design, the absence of a hull lining is a response to the desire to preserve the straightforward sporting spirit: the effect is rather successful, with clear and contemporary interiors. The custom production of about 8 to 10 boats per year allows owners to have all their wishes fulfilled… without compromising the shipyard’s quest for performance.

SIMPLE AND CUSTOMISABLE LAYOUTS

The very bright saloon houses a well-designed galley, even if, as already mentioned, stability under sail guarantees a certain level of comfort for the chef. There is a nice table for six to eight, a long U-shaped settee and stools that double up as storage – take care not to overload them so that they can be moved easily. A nice chart table is located forward, facing the navigation. Two side companionways lead to the cabins. In this configuration, the port hull is dedicated to the owner with an aft double berth, a desk and storage amidships and a shower stall forward. The other hull accommodates two guest cabins sharing a head and an independent shower cabin amidships. The layout seems minimalist – always in the spirit of sport – but not without a few clever ideas, such as the simple roll-up canvas concealing the portholes. As each model is unique, owners can add their own touch and some details can be improved. Beyond the pleasure of speed – the best way to expand one’s playground and discover distant landscapes – the ORC 57 adds an “art de vivre” dimension where the quest for the essential captures the spirit of the times.

Jérôme Cottet – sales manager at Marsaudon Composites “ To support the client in their needs and programme. “

“Founded in 1999, Marsaudon Composites will celebrate its 25th anniversary next year. Initially specializing in the production of composite parts, then in hulls for ocean racing yachts, such as Francis Joyon’s trimaran IDEC that has an impressive track record, we launched in 2015 the TS range (for “Très Simple”, very simple in French), renamed ORC (for Ocean Rider Catamaran). And we are about to launch our fiftieth unit (25 ORC 42, 22 ORC 50 & 3 ORC 57). At the same time, we continue to work on custom yachts and are developing an activity for the aeronautical industry. Located in the Lorient submarine base, our industrial facilities include carrier decks and the largest oven in France for carbon parts. Developed by Sam Marsaudon (who is still technical advisor), then taken over by Damien Cailliau in 2018, the shipyard wanted to move upmarket and adapt as closely as possible to customer expectations by drafting, over a period of two or three months and prior to of construction, a document called Technical Requirements Specification, which is transmitted to the Design department. During the nine months it takes to build an ORC 57, the owner can take advantage of the services of our academy to complete his training. This can be technical or nautical. Our aim is to be at their side during this fantastic period of life that will be sailing on an ORC”.

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MARSAUDON COMPOSITES ORC 57 #3 - RACER-CRUISER CATAMARAN - AVAILABLE FOR CHARTER WITH CREW

We make farther destinations available to our guests. We enjoy the sail as much as the destination.

For this, we have built the most advanced cruiser-racer sailing catamaran and we make it available.

For passionate cruisers, demanding racers or for team building and special events. Or just for the fun of it!

One of the best high-performance catamarans ever built is available for charter with crew for cruising or racing.

Yard: ORC (Lorient - France)

Model (hull): ORC 57 (#3)

Architect: Marc Lombard Yacht Design

Launch: January 2024 - Delivery February 2024

Vessel name: Avel Vaez (Offshore Wind)

Flag: RIF (France commercial sailing vessel)

Avel Vaez is hull #3 of the ORC 57 racer-cruiser sailing catamaran designed by Marc Lombard Yacht Design and built by Marsaudon Composites shipyard in Lorient, Britany, France. This model is the third and largest from the ORC (Ocean Rider Catamaran) series. Extremely light weight with generous sail plan makes the ratio sail area/weight amongst the very best on this market.

ORC 57 #3 "Avel Vaez" sailing with the gennaker

Avel Vaez offers four large confortable double cabins for guests

Photo: Mikhael Brun

With 57ft (18m) in length and 30ft (9m) in breadth, Avel Vaez offers a very spacious platform. The cabins are large, and showers are separate from heads. The salon is very cozy and can seat eight. The cockpit has a large table to seat ten guests. Imagine yourself at anchorage having drinks with friends after a fun day of sail seating in this cozy cockpit. Electric power is provided by solar panels. The potable water is made on board. The boat size also allowed to install a larger dinghy which will be really handy to disembark or explore areas further away from the anchorage. It can as well take a group of divers to the close reefs.

The hull is made of infused foam glass vinilester composite and the main bulkheads are made of carbon fiber for light weight and strength. There are two retractable daggerboards which allows great performances at all wind angles and yet access relatively shallow and protected anchorage for a great and relaxing night.

ORC 57 #3 after launching in Lorient in January 2024

ORC 57 #3 "Avel Vaez" trying the sails in February 2024 in Lorient

The rigging and sail plan retain the spirit of the rest of the vessel, it is simple and very efficient. The fixed carbon mast also has composite rigging. The performances are exceptional, and the boat speed often exceed the wind speed. To help the crew, the three main winches are electric powered. You can also grind if favor the exercise, but the ease and comfort of the electric winch make sail handling really safer, quicker and with less efforts.

Unlike standard chartered catamaran, Avel Vaez simply offers more fun! You can decide to explore destination that are further away. For the same number of days on board, you will discover places that no other sailboat can reach in the same timeframe and without the boring slow speed long tacks or even motor sail. If shorter distances are preferred, you will be the first to arrive at the next anchorage and get the best spots and spend more time enjoying other activities like exploring the island, snorkeling around the nearby reefs, diving to the deeper side of the reefs. You can also decide to depart later and enjoy a tour on the stand-up paddle as the day begins and the sun rises.

ORC 57 #3 "Avel Vaez" under main sail and genoa J1 during sea trials in Lorient in January 2024

Photo: Mikhael Brun 

Avel Vaez offers exceptional experience on board one of the world fastest 57 ft high performance catamaran 

Photo: Manon Le Guen

Onboard Avel Vaez the certified professional skipper and crew are familiar with the vessel operation and the cruising area. Every guest will have a fantastic experience, fast and fun sailing in a really comfortable and safe boat.

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Avel Vaez means Offshore Wind in Breton language

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His optimistic, soothing and sarcastic briefings have made him “the psychotherapist of all Ukraine” and a meme advertising “sedative pills” named after him has been circulating online.

And when Arestovych is not able to deny or confirm something, he uses other ways of getting his message across.

On April 1, an explosion roiled Belgorod, a western Russian city that borders Ukraine and hosts military bases and depots. It destroyed a giant fuel storage – and was widely ascribed to a Ukrainian missile attack.

“Maybe, someone had a cigarette in the wrong place?” Arestovych said and winked.

Another wartime media darling is Vitaliy Kim, a governor of the southern Mykolaiv region.

In his videos, tweets and Facebook posts, Kim, whose father is ethnic Korean, mostly speaks Russian.

But nobody seems to mind, contrary to what the Kremlin says about the “discrimination” against Russian-speakers in “Nazi Ukraine”.

“Good evening, we’re from Ukraine,” is how Kim begins his nightly videos, a phrase already seen on T-shirts and Facebook profile photos.

‘Verbal blasts of anger’

Of course, Zelenskyy, Ukraine’s comedian-turned-president, rules the roost when it comes to being sincere, totally unofficial – and a bit vulgar.

“Stinking bastards! What else can you call them?” he said about Russian forces on April 23, hours after a Russian cruise missile killed three-month-old Kira Glodan, and her mother Valeria, in the Black Sea port of Odesa.

“This is the phrase one couldn’t possibly imagine coming from a nation’s president in public six months ago,” Mykhailo Krigel, a veteran Ukrainian journalist and editor, told Al Jazeera.

The war’s first meme – “Russian warship, go f*** yourself!” – quoted the response by Ukrainian sailors who refused to surrender to a Russian vessel on February 25 and opened the floodgates of reshaping the boring legalese officials use, he said.

The phrase has been repeated endlessly – and was seen on billboards throughout Kyiv in the first weeks of the war.

The use of obscenities against Russian servicemen – as well as their demonisation – has an immediate psychological effect.

“This is the simplest way to get out of stress, to unblock a verbal blast of anger, that hits the target immediately,” Kriger said.

Most importantly, the new language of war helps change the way Ukrainians see themselves – and are perceived worldwide.

“We’re finally getting rid of this image of an eternal victim. These days, the world sees us as winners who can kick Russian ass,” Serhiy Babenko, a 32-year-old tobacconist from the Kyiv suburb of Boryspil, told Al Jazeera.

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Halloween in Moscow

History of Halloween dates back to the ancient traditions of the Celts. For the first time the name of the holyday is mentioned in the 16th century as a Scottish shortening of the English «All-Hallows-Even», which translates as «The evening of All Saints».

Halloween has gained a lot of popularity in Russia for the past years. This year the celebration takes place on holidays, therefore, you have 3 days to party – from October 31 to November 2! We Heart Moscow has chosen the brightest and crowded with ghosts Halloween parties in Moscow.

FUNNY HALLOWEEN PARTY AT THE «16 TONS»

While different places compete with each other to do the holiday as scary as possible, «16 tons» Club will make the audience feel scary funny.

This celebration is for those who are tired of the ubiquitous zombies and witches that fill all the clubs in the night of October 31. This is not necessarily come in scary costumes – just dress up to have as much fun as possible!

A team of DJs: Miloslav Chemodanov, duo Hollo and Vastashin, DJ Emtsev, Sophie Tronza and their friends will spin your favorite hits and create exceptionally friendly atmosphere until the dawn. Those who cannot prepare to a masquerade at home, can to use the services of two make-up artists directly in the club absolutely free.

The party will start at 23.59 on October 31. Entrance will cost from 500 rubles (€10).

Club “16 Tons” – Presnensky Val St., 6, build. 1.

HALLOWEEN PARTY FROM «ARMA 17S»

The founders of the legendary club «Arma 17» have announced first of five global parties, to be held this year. Halloween Party will last 24 hours and will take place at the territory Trekhgornaya manufactory.

The creative team of «Arma» keep their visitors in total ignorance about the new site for the club. However, the first party will take place on November 1 in the space on the fourth floor of the building on the Rochdelskaya street, and apparently, Halloween from «Arma 17» promises to be quite impressive.

Lineup of «Manufacture» is going to very worthy – Rhadoo and Petre Inspirescu, Resident Club der Visionaere Vera, which is known to work with Ricardo Villalobos, DJ Sleeparchive, Tin Man and the Dutchman Orgue Electronique. Three dance floors are promised – two main and one secret.

Celebrate Haloween with «Arma 17» on November 1, at 23:00 Entrance costs from 1000 rub.

Trekhgorny manufactory – Rochdelskaya St., 15.

HALLOWEEN MASQUERADE RAVE

There will perform outstanding legends of the world electronic scene. The event will be held at one of the largest and comfortable event-site of capital «RAY JUST ARENA».

For total immersion in the atmosphere of the sacraments and illusions, organizers have prepared for you 100 kW of clear powerful sound, laser and light show, psychedelic performance to world stars music.

Headliners of the performance are: The long-awaited, retro LIVE set, Skazi, Avalon Live, Sesto Sento Live, Laughing Buddha Live, Gataka Live], TLN DJ’s team.

Visitors are invited to come in mascaraed costumes. The party starts at 23.55 on October 31. Entrance costs from 750 rubles.

Club Ray Just Arena – Leningradsky Prospect 31, build. 4.

TIM BURTON STYLE HALLOWEEN

Edward Scissorhands or dead bride – only you can decide how to look this night! Frightening makeup, lurid stories and best pictures from the most mysterious director of our time await you in art cafe «The Sea Inside» (More Vnutry). The party will be held in an atmosphere of fear, horror and hell fun. It offers a rich program with watching the best films by Tim Burton, a variety of mystical competitions and tricks.

Professional make-up artists will cast over your unique horror make-ap. After the transformation, you can make a photo of yourself in the real coffin.

Participants of the holiday will remember all the horror stories that scared them in childhood, and Playback Theatre «Paraphrase» will turn these stories into the most sinister tale performed on stage! Playback is a custom theater; its foundation is improvisation and diving into the psychology of the narrator. Actors of «Paraphrase» do not show rehearsed performance, but seek to convey the feelings and emotions of the audience – here and now.

The party will be held on October 31, at 19.00. Entrance costs from 3000 RUB.

Cafe «The Sea Inside» – Peschannaya Alley, 7 (Sokolniki park)

BLACK & BLOODY FRIDAY

Lawson’s Bar decided to combine two holidays – Halloween and Night of sales – Black Friday. The original costume party offers not only monsters, but also the crazy prices for the bar menu!

The Scottish Lawson’s Bar is simply obliged to arrange a truly terrible holiday. the most unusual party Black & Bloody Friday in Lawson’s Bar offers guests unprecedented sale on the bar menu – all the drinks (except single malt whiskey) can be purchased at 199 rubles!

In addition, from October 31 to November 1, staff will turn into horrible monsters, charming Go-go girls will show their performance, the best DJs will play music and professional photographers will shoot the Sabbath. All guests are strongly encouraged to come in costumes to remember this night for a long time.

The party starts on October 31, at 22.00. The entrance is free.

Black & Bloody Friday, Lawson’s Bar – Blagoveshchensky lane, 1A.

ROCK OF AGES. HALLOWEEN PARTY

The most rock ‘n’ roll party in Moscow in honor of All Saints’ Day will be held in «China town cafe» club. Each year the place offers a special theme for Halloween. This year’s party is called the «Rock of Ages», as the famous Broadway musical, and later the famous movie with Tom Cruise in the lead role. The festive atmosphere and the sounds of rock will shake you like a hurricane.

The party will be held on October 31, at 23.00.

Club «China Town Cafe» – Lubyanka driveway, 25/12

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