Chicago welcomes Arabesky troupe

CHICAGO - The Chicago Ukrainian community here had the privilege on April 1 and 2 to view a fantastic drama ensemble Arabesky from Kharkiv. This group, consisting of only four young actors, did a magnificent job in presenting its interpretation of Ivan Kotliarevsky's "Eneyida."

The dynamic and often aerobatic presentation included 18 Ukrainian folk songs in a special arrangement. The four actors who appeared in various roles were: Natalia Tsymbal, Ruslan Nykonenko, Vadym Korobka and Armen Kaloyan. The play was directed by the young playwright Svitlana Oleshko.

Arabesky were able to present "Eneyida" to various Ukrainian communities in the United States due to the sponsorship of the Ukrainian National Association.

After their return to Ukraine, Arabesky plans to present "Eneyida" in 30 cities throughout Ukraine, but the troupe needs financial help to realize this project. The Ukrainian Language Society (TUM) Chicago supports this very worthwhile project; donations may be sent to: Ukrainian Language Society 425 Ridge Ave., Clarendon Hills, IL 60514.

Copyright © The Ukrainian Weekly, April 30, 2000, No. 18, Vol. LXVIII

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