Witness an Amazing Display of Culture, Song and Dance - bergenPAC
By Mel Fabrikant Monday, October 12, 2009, 08:11 PM EDT
When The Virsky Ukrainian National Dance Company Delivers a Taste of History to the Stage at bergenPAC
The renowned folk dance ensemble, named after Pavlo Virsky, is famous for its bright colors, the unity of content and form and the vivid embodiment of its stage concept. Witness the magic on Thursday, November 12th when the one-of-a-kind group embraces the beauty of its native Ukraine, and the wisdom of its people as well as the folk tradition of humor and optimism at bergenPAC. Dating back to 1937 when choreographic master Pavlo Virsky brought together a group of folk dancers, the ensemble’s diverse programs present the exquisite charm of the Ukraine and the wealth of its traditions. Though originally a classical ballet aficionado, Virsky became fascinated by folk dancing, which he believed more vividly explored the culture and soul of a people
Thursday November 12th- 8:00 PM - $55, $40, $35, $25
From rich folk traditions, Virsky created such artistic compositions as “We’re from Ukraine,” “The Sailors,” and “The Dolls.” Full of soft humor are his well-known works such as “The Stepp Wagoner’s Delight” and “Under the Cherry Tree,” whilst “A Girl from Podillya” is soft and romantic.
Pairing a vibrant imagination with innovative choreography, Virsky strove for the preservation and development of his folk art - still valued today. First-class performance and expressiveness of the dancers, exquisite moves and a bright palette of costumes are among characteristic features of traditional pieces such as “The Carapathians,” “The Tambourine Dance,” “The Young Years,” “In Peace and Harmony,” and “The Russian Suite.”
Now internationally recognized, the dancers are welcomed by viewers across the globe in more than 20 countries including Austria, England, Argentina, Bulgaria, Brazil, Belgium, Venezuela, Greece, Ecuador, Italy, India, Spain, Canada, Columbia, China, and even Cuba.
bergenPAC - 30 North Van Brunt Street - Englewood, NJ 07631
About Bergen Performing Arts Center: Known as The John Harms Center for 27 years, this cultural hub in Englewood, has been reborn as Bergen Performing Arts Center or bergenPAC. This 1367- seat theater is a landmark, and in its sixth season as bergenPAC it remains one of the finest acoustic halls in the United States. The legendary Tony Bennett and Canadian crooner k.d. lang recorded their 2003 Grammy award-winning CD live on bergenPAC’s own stage through a broadband fiber-optic connection with Bennett Studios. bergenPAC is the home of a media production system that is unparalleled, upholding its reputation as a venue for outstanding music, dance and theater. As a non-profit corporation, bergenPAC has thrived thanks to the aid and generosity of sponsors, donors and patrons.
The renowned folk dance ensemble, named after Pavlo Virsky, is famous for its bright colors, the unity of content and form and the vivid embodiment of its stage concept. Witness the magic on Thursday, November 12th when the one-of-a-kind group embraces the beauty of its native Ukraine, and the wisdom of its people as well as the folk tradition of humor and optimism at bergenPAC. Dating back to 1937 when choreographic master Pavlo Virsky brought together a group of folk dancers, the ensemble’s diverse programs present the exquisite charm of the Ukraine and the wealth of its traditions. Though originally a classical ballet aficionado, Virsky became fascinated by folk dancing, which he believed more vividly explored the culture and soul of a people
Thursday November 12th- 8:00 PM - $55, $40, $35, $25
From rich folk traditions, Virsky created such artistic compositions as “We’re from Ukraine,” “The Sailors,” and “The Dolls.” Full of soft humor are his well-known works such as “The Stepp Wagoner’s Delight” and “Under the Cherry Tree,” whilst “A Girl from Podillya” is soft and romantic.
Pairing a vibrant imagination with innovative choreography, Virsky strove for the preservation and development of his folk art - still valued today. First-class performance and expressiveness of the dancers, exquisite moves and a bright palette of costumes are among characteristic features of traditional pieces such as “The Carapathians,” “The Tambourine Dance,” “The Young Years,” “In Peace and Harmony,” and “The Russian Suite.”
Now internationally recognized, the dancers are welcomed by viewers across the globe in more than 20 countries including Austria, England, Argentina, Bulgaria, Brazil, Belgium, Venezuela, Greece, Ecuador, Italy, India, Spain, Canada, Columbia, China, and even Cuba.
bergenPAC - 30 North Van Brunt Street - Englewood, NJ 07631
About Bergen Performing Arts Center: Known as The John Harms Center for 27 years, this cultural hub in Englewood, has been reborn as Bergen Performing Arts Center or bergenPAC. This 1367- seat theater is a landmark, and in its sixth season as bergenPAC it remains one of the finest acoustic halls in the United States. The legendary Tony Bennett and Canadian crooner k.d. lang recorded their 2003 Grammy award-winning CD live on bergenPAC’s own stage through a broadband fiber-optic connection with Bennett Studios. bergenPAC is the home of a media production system that is unparalleled, upholding its reputation as a venue for outstanding music, dance and theater. As a non-profit corporation, bergenPAC has thrived thanks to the aid and generosity of sponsors, donors and patrons.
