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Ukraine
Silenced by Soviets, Rediscovered in War: Polovyi Returns to Kyiv Stage
A Kyiv concert revives the long-silenced music of Valerii Polovyi alongside works by his daughter Victoria Poleva, bridging generations of Ukrainian artistic resilience.
April 5, 2026
Ukraine
Ukrainian Director Oleksandr Khomenko: Turning Historical Figures Into Rock Stars
Mur theater’s Khomenko on history, war, and why teenagers are cosplaying Ukrainian poets instead of superheroes.
March 22, 2026
Ukraine
From Kyivan Rus to Modern Ukraine: Princess Olha’s Legacy on Stage
Actress Yulia Nelson brings Princess Olha to life in Odesa, offering audiences a medieval tale that echoes Ukraine’s struggle, grief, and determination today.
Sept. 1, 2025
War in Ukraine
Dnipro Theater Mourns Death of Actor-Turned-Soldier Maksym Kovtun
Ukrainian actor Maksym Kovtun, known for his work at Dnipro’s Youth Theater, was killed in combat after volunteering to serve. He is remembered as a beloved artist and hero.
May 3, 2025
Ukraine
Les Kurbas, the Man Who Formed Ukrainian Theater
The seeds sown by Les Kurbas on the Ukrainian stage sprouted in the following generations of artists, with great works of theatrical art and bold innovations of modern theater.
Dec. 3, 2023
Theater
“My Dream is for the Empire to Disintegrate”: Wartime Theater in Lviv
Theater, like everything in Ukraine, has been transformed as a result of the war. At first, performances… - Dec. 04, 2022. By Milovan Mracevich
Dec. 4, 2022
War in Ukraine
OPINION: “Waiting for Godot” and Recovery in Ukraine
Cultural life is burgeoning in some parts of Ukraine, while in others basic services remain out of… - Nov. 26, 2022. By Andriy Kurkov
Nov. 26, 2022
