Repertoire

The ensemble's repertoire spans choreographic miniatures, folk dances, and staged interpretations that together express the richness of Ukraine’s cultural and theatrical tradition.

Concise miniatures distill emotion, narrative, and character into focused, expressive movement, while folk dances draw on regional styles, seasonal rituals, and spirited courtship from across Ukraine.

Complementing these are thoughtfully adapted stagings of iconic works by master choreographers, honoring original structure and style while emphasizing musical clarity, regional character, and performance integrity—allowing tradition to live vividly on stage.

Repertoire Listing

Narratives and Choreographic Miniatures

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A Storm is Rising

A mother bids farewell to her son as he departs for war. She inspires his courage while weighing the cost of separation, and he promises to return, carrying her hopes into a future of freedom. Choreography: Roman Mykyta

At the Threshold

A young woman stands on the brink of change. The presence of the Fairy Godmother steadies her, not through spectacle, but through awakening — reminding her of the strength she already carries as she steps toward her own becoming. Choreography: Roman Mykyta

Carmen Paraphrase

Carmen’s allure ignites desire and obsession as Don Jose and a Toreador vie for her heart. Bizet’s melodies, reimagined by Bezborodko, guide a passionate ballet of love, rivalry, and longing. Choreography: Roman Mykyta

Cassandra

A woman marked by prophecy bears the burden of seeing clearly and speaking what others refuse to hear. In Cassandra, truth becomes both gift and solitude, revealing the tragic clarity of a voice set apart. Choreography: Roman Mykyta

Dance of the Roma Girl

A Roma girl’s dance unfolds from lyrical grace into wild frenzy, guided by Prokofiev’s stirring score, capturing the dramatic arc and spirit of this late fairytale ballet. Choreography: Roman Mykyta

Forest Song

Mavka, a playful forest spirit, and Lukash, a village youth, share a tender, soul-deep connection. Amid folklore and rivalry, love, innocence, and longing unfold in this lyrical Ukrainian tale. Choreography: Roman Mykyta

Friends

Gogol and Kotliarevsky’s leading ladies leap from page to stage, comforting their heartbroken friend. Friendship, humor, and loyalty unfold in lively, character-driven choreography. Choreography: Roman Mykyta

Hutsulka Ksenia

A brief romance blooms in the Carpathians through a Tango infused with Hutsul dance. Vibrant imagery, playful passion, and cultural heritage intertwine in this spirited, joyful miniature. Choreography: Roman Mykyta

In the Green Meadow

Three maidens gather in a mountain meadow where flirtation, teasing, and longing intertwine. Shaped by the spirited world of Hutsul song, the dance is buoyant yet touched by melancholy, holding humor and heartache closely together. Choreography: Roman Mykyta

Lileya

Alone on stage, Lileya dances through despair and longing for her beloved Stepan. Restrained, emotionally charged movement reveals her inner turmoil after separation. The solo distills Shevchenko’s ballad into an intimate portrait of love and fate. Choreography: Iryna Tkachenko

Oh, There are Three Wells in the Field

Set to a traditional Ukrainian song, this lyrical ballet miniature refines folk material through classical line and gesture. Balletic phrasing explores choice and consequence, blending classical technique with folk-inspired movement. Choreography: Iryna Tkachenko

Old World Landowners

Inspired by Gogol’s Old World Landowners, this lyrical miniature reflects on enduring love, memory, and the quiet romance of a life shared together. Choreography: Roman Mykyta

On St John's Eve

On the eve of Ivana Kupala, young women engage with fire, water, and the elements. Wreaths float, love is hoped for, and ancient folk traditions celebrate nature, fertility, and community. Choreography: Roman Mykyta

Roksolana

Roksolana’s journey from a Ukrainian village to the Ottoman court unfolds. Charm, resilience, and strategic brilliance illuminate her rise as a powerful, historical figure shaping love and legacy. Choreography: Roman Mykyta

Shchedryk

The swallow heralds renewal and prosperity as dancers embody Shchedryk’s timeless melody. A poetic pas de deux evokes hope, continuity, and the joyous spirit of the New Year. Choreography: Roman Mykyta

Spring of Fate

A poignant romance blossoms in springtime, echoing Ivasyuk’s ballad. Red nods to iconic songs, as love and memory intertwine with dance, evoking hope, longing, and the enduring spirit of Ukraine. Choreography: Roman Mykyta

Tales from Dykanka

Gogol’s beloved characters leap from page to stage, sharing joyful encounters with Taras Bulba in Dykanka. Humor, folklore, and spirited dance bring these Ukrainian stories to vivid life. Choreography: Roman Mykyta

Taras Bulba

Scenes from Gogol’s epic unfold with drama and adventure. Heroes, battles, and loyalty are rendered in kinetic choreography, evoking courage, legend, and the enduring spirit of Kozaks. Choreography: Roman Mykyta

Unmasked

An excerpt from 'Cinderella Abstraction', this waltz between Cinderella and the Prince unfolds through Prokofiev’s score as an intimate dialogue of classical, jazz, and Slavic folk–inspired movement, tracing trust, love, and gradual revelation. Choreography: Roman Mykyta

When My Draft Card Arrived / Czardas

A young man faces impending departure with longing and reflection. Classical, folk, and modern styles intertwine in a poignant narrative of love, family, and the heartache of war. Choreography: Roman Mykyta

Folk Dances

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Bukovynian Spring Duet

In the Carpathian foothills of Bukovyna, a young couple greets spring with playful, flirtatious dance. Mimicking birds and animals, their rhythmic, stomping steps weave joy, courtship, and the vibrant life of the region into a spirited folk duet. Choreography: Roman Mykyta

Hopak!

Drawing from one of Ukraine’s most iconic dance traditions, Hopak! bursts with athleticism, spirited camaraderie, and joyful celebration. Choreography: Roman Mykyta

Horseshoes

“Horseshoes” spring to life as a young couple engages in playful courtship. Stamping, prancing, and bounding steps echo the Kozak spirit, blending flirtation, youthful energy, and the vibrant rhythm of Central Ukrainian folk tradition. Choreography: Roman Mykyta

Hutsul Suite

A medley of Hutsul dances bursts with the colors, rhythms, and traditions of Ukraine’s Carpathian highlands. Each movement captures the region’s folk energy, blending spirited steps, lively tempo, and the distinct voice of its musical heritage. Choreography: Roman Mykyta

Katerina - Hovorod

Set to the Ukrainian folk song Katerina, this lyrical hovorod evokes the grace, unity, and quiet poetry of traditional communal dance. Choreography: Roman Mykyta

Kozachok

Central Ukrainian tradition comes alive as the male dancer displays strength and agility while the female embodies delicate lyricism. Expansive horizontal patterns fill the stage, blending power, grace, and the iconic spirit of the Kozak dance form. Choreography: Roman Mykyta

Lyrical Kozachok

Set to a traditional Ukrainian melody, this lyrical kozachok blends buoyant energy with graceful ensemble dancing and playful musicality. Choreography: Roman Mykyta

Polka Dvodentsivka

Set to the lively strains of the dvodentsivka, this spirited duet brings the brightness, playfulness, and rhythmic charm of Carpathian folk tradition to the stage. Choreography: Roman Mykyta

Pryvit

United by the traditional offering of bread and salt, dancers from across Ukraine’s regions gather in a joyful expression of welcome and cultural unity. Choreography: Roman Mykyta

Staged Interpretations

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Lark

The male dancer emerges like a jubilant lark, breaking the restraint of Lent to invite spring’s arrival. Joy, vitality, and virtuosic energy unfold, celebrating renewal, community, and the exuberant spirit of Bukovynian tradition. Choreography: Igor Moiseyev adapted by Roman Mykyta

Pleskach

Village maidens delight in a playful “paddy-cake” game. Virsky’s signature style is preserved with quick, graceful movements, imbuing each gesture with lyricism, charm, and open-hearted joy. Choreography: Pavlo Virsky adapted by Roman Mykyta

Podolyanochka

Adapted from Virsky, this staging captures Ivana Kupala traditions as young women float flowered wreaths, hoping their destined match will find them. Courting, ritual, and anticipation flow through the lyrical choreography. Choreography: Pavlo Virsky adapted by Roman Mykyta

Transcarpathian Duet

A dance from Ukraine’s Zakarpattia region, reimagined as an intimate duet. Finely detailed movement highlights regional character through precise partnering, rhythmic clarity, and expressive folk style. Choreography: Myroslav Vantuch adapted by Roman Mykyta

We Are From Ukraine

Virsky’s iconic multi-regional welcome dance, scaled for a smaller ensemble. Colorful, celebratory, and rich in gesture, it culminates with Bread and Salt, embodying hospitality, goodwill, and Ukrainian pride. Choreography: Pavlo Virsky adapted by Roman Mykyta