Lesya Ukrainka

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Lesya Ukrainka
Premiering October 2024

A Woman of Strength & Vision
Lesya Ukrainka - a renowned Ukrainian artist, storyteller, poet, and humanitarian - led a troubled life. Suffering from medical ailments that limited her physically, she lived vicariously through her art. She is a legend among the Ukrainian diaspora, and as a woman, is especially inspiring in a patriarchal culture. Shumka's newest production focuses on the "four faces" of Lesia Ukrainka - the dreamer, the traditionalist, the lover, and the leader. Her hope for Ukraine's independence in a series of troubled times is as poignant as ever today.

Don't miss this world premiere by Canada's Ukrainian Shumka Dancers. Full of beautiful projections, film, music, costumes and dance, this production will leave you breathless and inspired.