• 1h 14m

The Shadows of Forgotten Ancestors

Oděské divadlo V. Vasylka

At the core of this theatrical narrative lies the love story of Ivan and Marichka, set in the Ukrainian mountainous region. Poignantly tragic and fateful, yet equally captivating, it intertwines the forces of love and the conflicts of the human race. In this musical and choreographic masterpiece, filled with countless metaphorical scenes and symbolic imagery, the authenticity and heritage of generations take center stage, exploring the historical roots of the people. The play "Shadows of Forgotten Ancestors" unveils the beauty of the Ukrainian mountainous region—a marvellous and incomprehensible world. The Hutsuls, a unique people and tribe, governed by their laws, distinctively perceive the surrounding world. The spirit of their ancestors resides within them, deep in their souls. One needs only to feel this timeless unity, for we are all the continuation of our forebears, atoning for their sins.