GRAND KYIV BALLET OF UKRAINE TO TOUR AUSTRALIA

From the trauma and heartbreak of war in their country, to the major cities of USA and Europe. Now to the stages of New Zealand and Australia…this is the Grand Kyiv Ballet of Ukraine.

The Grand Kyiv Ballet of Ukraine was formed in 2014 by the premier dancer of the National Opera of Ukraine, Oleksandr Stoianov. Oleksandr is not only the principal dancer of the Grand Kyiv Ballet, but also Artistic Director and Producer. He is renowned for his high jumps, energy and is known as the modern Nureyev.

The company perform a diverse range of classical repertoire, including the legendary ballets Forest Song, Don Quixote, Swan Lake, Giselle, and Carmen Suite, as well as other contemporary ballets.

Since the outbreak of war in 2022, at the request of their families, the Grand Kyiv Ballet have remained outside of Ukraine. They now dance all around the world including tours throughout Europe, United States of America, China, and South America.

Oleksandr Stoianov

People’s Artist of Ukraine, 2019

In April, May & June 2023, the Grand Kyiv Ballet of Ukraine will perform their double bill, Forest Song & Don Quixote, throughout New Zealand and Australia

Act One – The Ukrainian showpiece…Forest Song

This legendary ballet has for more than 75 years remained the pride of Ukraine and a reflection of their cultural heritage. Forest Song is a magical love story, full of mysticism, highlighting the conflict between the human world and nature. It tells a tale of love between a man Lukash, and a fantastical forest creature, Mavka. The fearless and brave Mavka longs for peace in her world, just as Ukraine longs for peace in her country today. The ballet is filled with intricate duets, fouettés and complex choreographic pieces. Forest Song will be performed for the first time ever in New Zealand.

Act Two – Don Quixote

Edited into one vibrant act, this flamboyant and festive Spanish ballet is a much-loved romantic comedy. It tells the story of a courageous but troubled man’s quest for love.

Gypsies, bullfighters, lavish costumes, breath-taking dancers, and an inspiring music score ensures that this is a…not-to-be-missed experience.

TICKETS ON SALE MARCH 1ST, 2023

The prestigious GRAND KYIV BALLET of UKRAINE Australian Tour Dates

Wednesday 10th and Thursday 11th May, 2023 – GLASSHOUSE, PORT MACQUARIE NSW – Bookings: (02) 6581 8888

Friday 12th and Saturday 13th May, 2023 – REDLAND PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE, REDLANDS QLD – Bookings: (07) 3829 8131

Sunday 14th May, 2023 – CIVIC CENTRE, IPSWICH QLD – Bookings: (07) 3810 6100

Wednesday 17th May, 2023 – STAR CITY, GOLD COAST QLD – Bookings: www.tixel.com.au

Sunday 21st, Monday 22nd, Tuesday 23rd and Wednesday 24th May, 2023 – PLAYHOUSE THEATRE, CANBERRA ACT  – Bookings: (02) 6275 2700

Saturday 27th May, 2023 – STATE THEATRE, SYDNEY NSW – Bookings: Ticketmaster 1300 139 588 www.ticketmaster.com.au

Tuesday 30th May, 2023 – CIVIC THEATRE, NEWCASTLE NSW – Bookings: (02) 4929 1977 www.ticketek.com.au

Saturday 3rd June, 2023 – BROLGA THEATRE, MARYBOROUGH QLD – Bookings: (07) 4122 6060

Sunday 4th June, 2023 – MONCRIEFF THEATRE, BUNDABERG QLD – Bookings: (07) 4130 4100

Thursday 8th and Friday 9th June, 2023 – CAIRNS PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE QLD – Bookings: (07) 4050 7750 www.ticketlink.com.au 

Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th June, 2023 – MACKAY ENTERTAINMENT & CONVENTION CENTRE QLD – Bookings: (07) 4961 9777

Tuesday 13th June, 2023 – PILBEAM THEATRE, ROCKHAMPTON QLD – Bookings: (07) 4927 4111

Thursday 15th June, 2023 – EMPIRE THEATRE, TOOWOOMBA QLD – Bookings: 1300 655 299

Friday 16th June, 2023 – THE EVENTS CENTRE, CALOUNDRA QLD – Bookings: (07) 5491 4240

Sunday 18th June, 2023 – CIVIC THEATRE, NEWCASTLE NSW – Bookings:

(02) 4929 1977 www.ticketek.com.au

Tuesday 20th and Wednesday 21st June, 2023 – ILLAWARRA PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE, WOLLONGONG NSW – Bookings: (02) 4224 5999

Sunday 25th June, 2023 – PRINCESS THEATRE, LAUNCESTON TAS – Bookings: (03) 6331 0052

Monday 26th and Tuesday 27th June, 2023 – THEATRE ROYAL, HOBART TAS – Bookings: (03) 6146 3300

Thursday 29th June, 2023 – FRANKSTON ARTS CENTRE VIC – Bookings: (03) 9784 1060

Friday 30th June, 2023 – ALBURY ENTERTAINMENT CENTRE VIC – Bookings: (02) 6043 5610

VIKTOR TOMASHEK

Viktor Tomashek was born in Kyiv and attended the Kyiv State Choreographic School, graduating in 2008. He originally danced for the National Opera and Ballet Theatre in Kyiv, before being invited as a soloist to the National Theatre in Donetsk.

Due to war in Donbas in 2014, he was forced to leave Kyiv to dance at the National Theatre in Odessa as the Principal Soloist. He has achieved various accolades, include a prize as Laureate winner of international competitions in both Ukraine and Russia.

Viktor was also a finalist in the TV show “Everybody Dance” in 2015. He is currently a principal soloist for the Grand Kyiv Ballet’s tour of Australia and New Zealand.

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