The New Year in the theater starts brightly: in January, Kyiv stages offer emotional, deep and exciting productions. From dramatic stories to light comedies — WomanEL offers 5 theater premieres that are worth adding to your cultural calendar.
Content“The Night Before Christmas” “The Golden Girls” “Son” “A Streetcar Named Desire” “Falstaff”
“The night before Merry Christmas”
“Night before Christmas” – spend the evening in the world of Ukrainian magic and traditions. Photo: concert.ua
On January 8, the legendary work of Nikolai Gogol – “The Night Before Christmas” will come to life on the stage of the Kyiv Academic Theater “Actor”. A fabulous theatrical performance awaits you: more than 30 actors will create an incredible national flavor, and luxurious scenery, costumes and scenography will transport you to the magical atmosphere of a winter holiday.
This is a story about touching love, complemented by bright mass scenes, national carols, a nativity scene and sparkling humor. You will be enchanted by the dances, songs and surprises that this grandiose production offers.
“Golden Girls”
5 theater premieres in January: “Golden Girls” – a light comedy in dark tones. Photo: concert.ua
The comedy “Golden Girls” awaits the audience on January 17, 18, 19 at the Kyiv Academic Drama Theater in Podil. This is the story of three women who lost their husbands, but did not lose the ability to enjoy life.
Igor Matiyev's production allows us to reveal deep life themes with a smile. This play tells the story of how a trio of heroines rethink love, friendship, and their own independence, adding humor even to the most serious moments.
«Son»
«Son» is a family drama from Florian Zeller's trilogy. Photo: concert.ua
After the success of “Father,” the Kyiv Academic Drama and Comedy Theater on the Left Bank of the Dnieper presents the second part, “Son.” The production immerses the audience in a difficult story about family relationships, misunderstandings, and the struggle with oneself, when inner chaos prevents one from seeing anything else. The premiere will take place on January 21.
“A Streetcar Named Desire”
“A Streetcar Named Desire” is a classic in a modern interpretation. Photo: concert.ua
Tennessee Williams's play about existential confrontation and the search for oneself in a cruel world is touching with its depth and psychologism. This performance explores whether vulnerability can become a force capable of changing reality. Visit the National Academic Drama Theater named after Lesya Ukrainka on January 24 and 25 and see Tram “Desire”.
“Falstaff”
“Falstaff” is a significant step in popularizing the classics and enriching national culture. Photo: concert.ua
On January 24 and 25, the Kyiv Municipal Academic Opera and Ballet Theater will present Giuseppe Verdi's twenty-sixth opera, based on the works of William Shakespeare, which has received a new sound in Ukraine. The composer called this work a lyrical comedy, and its plot is based on the plays “Henry IV” and “The Wives of Windsor”.
The Ukrainian translation of the libretto, brilliantly performed by Maksym Strikha, allowed an even wider audience to appreciate Verdi's mastery of combining drama and comedy. This translation opens up new facets of the famous opera and makes it accessible to the Ukrainian stage.
January performances offer variety: emotional depth, cultural heritage, and modern themes. They inspire you to think, support Ukrainian art in these difficult times, and will give you unforgettable emotions.
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