These concerts are a symbol of what Pani Roma intended for Ukrainian dance. Syzokryli Ukrainian Dance Ensemble, renowned for its rich repertoire, versatility and high level of artistry has captivated audiences for over 30 years, perpetuating the legacy and vision of its founder, Roma Pryma Bohachevsky.ĭianna Shmerykowsky, a senior Syzokryli member, commented on what the show means to the group: “These concerts, are not just any show. It has earned a reputation of bringing an amazing entertainment spectacle to the stage with its intricate choreography, skill, colorful costumes and dynamic music. Ukrainians strive to preserve our culture, and we connect with that on a very personal level.”Ĭheremosh Ukrainian Dance Company is a leader of Ukrainian dance in Canada. “We want to expand that sense of unity across Ukrainian communities around the globe. The Ukrainian community in Alberta is tightly woven,” says Graham Currie, President of the Cheremosh Ukrainian Dance Company. This exciting tour, in the Philadelphia area and New York City, highlights the beauty, grace and dynamic nature of the art of Ukrainian dance. “It’s perfect for family members who live out of state because they can watch the stream from the comfort of their own home,” Femino said.įor more information, go to or Kaleidoscope’s Facebook page.NEW YORK – Two premier North American dance companies, Cheremosh from Edmonton, Alberta, and Syzokryli from New York City, will join forces in collaborative concerts on October 9-10, uniting Ukrainian communities from opposite sides of the continent. Instead of one big show, students performed five smaller recitals.įemino also hired a photographer and live streaming company for people who were not able to attend in person. The studio implemented a number of safety protocols including mask-wearing for students and audience members. On June 11, Kaleidoscope’s competition team performed the numbers they competed with for family and friends who were not able to be at the competitions due to covid protocols. Kaleidoscope was able to share the stage with Erica’s Dance Academy on June 13. The show’s theme was “Celebrating Dance.” The recital was also significant because this year is the studio’s 30th anniversary.
Most Kaleidoscope dancers had not performed on a stage since their last in-person recital in 2019.ĭetermined to host a recital, Femino considered booking a venue or hosting the show under a tent before deciding to create a stage inside the studio. With tight restrictions, Kaleidoscope’s dance team was able to perform in four competitions across Massachusetts.Īlthough competitions typically last a weekend, during the pandemic, masked students performed for the judges during short blocks, while parents watched live streams of the performances in their cars. “It was tough over the computer to try and keep the kids engaged and to keep things exciting,” said dance teacher Janine Hart.īut there was a light at the end of the tunnel for the competition dancers. Those two weeks turned into a long six months. All students transitioned to taking classes over zoom, and competitions were put on hold. In March 2020, the studio at 378 Marion Road closed its doors for two weeks. But dance studio owner Michelle Femino was able to keep teaching throughout the pandemic. The pandemic was difficult for many small businesses and some dance studios had to permanently close their doors. Lights, Camera, Action! Kaleidoscope’s dance students were finally able to perform on June 12 for the first time since the beginning of the pandemic.
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