Voloshky Dance Ensemble to perform in McKeesport park

MCKEESPORT, Pa. - The Mon-Yough Riverfront Entertainment and Cultural Council, known as MYREC, will present the Voloshky Ukrainian Dance Ensemble on Saturday, July 24, at 7:30 p.m. at McKeesport Riverfront Park in a rousing show of art and energy characteristic of the vitality of the Ukrainian people.

The Voloshky style is bold and powerful, featuring dazzling athleticism. Under the guidance of artistic director Taras Lewyckyj, the Voloshky troupe turns the folk tradition into a phenomenon. Voloshky combines the highest level of techniques and presentation with the national character of Ukraine to create a spellbinding show of art and energy.

Admission and parking are free. Food is available for purchase. In case of rain, the concert will be held at the McKeesport High School Auditorium.

The event is sponsored by the Pennsylvania Humanities Council, Ford Motor Co. Fund, The Pittsburgh Foundation, Weisbrod Foundation, and MYREC. Additional information is available by calling (412) 678-1727, by e-mailing [email protected], or by logging on to www.myrec.org.

Copyright © The Ukrainian Weekly, June 20, 2004, No. 25, Vol. LXXII

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