«Лимерівна»

We invite you to one of the best examples of Ukrainian drama – the play ‘Limerivna’ in a new interpretation by the famous director Ivan Uryvsky. The renowned Ivan Franko National Theatre will present a touching story about the power of true love, which no obstacles can hinder. This performance will leave no one indifferent!

Choosing between fate and free will

The play ‘Limerivna’ is an interesting adaptation of the play of the same name by Ukrainian writer Panas Myrny. According to the plot, a young girl named Natalia falls in love with a poor boy named Vasyl and dreams of marrying him. But the bride's mother, a poor widow and alcoholic, has made her choice and wants her daughter to marry the wealthy Karp. Natalia does not want such a fate, but she is persuaded by cunning and lies. At some point, the girl realises that she has been deceived, and now she has to make a difficult choice.

‘Limerivna’ is an artistic exploration of the protest of the female soul. It is a profound psychological story of a young woman who tries to preserve her dignity and heart in a situation where her future is being decided by others. The viewer witnesses her inner resistance, her struggle for herself in a world where tradition and profit prevail over human feelings. Which will prove stronger – love or circumstances? Is there a path to freedom when you have been betrayed by those closest to you? The play ‘Limerivna’ staged by the Frank Theatre is a cry from the heart that does not fade away in the silence of centuries, and it is worth seeing at least once!

Ukrainian classics from a different angle

The play ‘Limerivna’ was the first theatrical work by the young and ambitious director Ivan Uryvsky at the Frank Theatre. Together with his creative team, he adapted the original source material, creating a unique theatrical performance. And now the story of an unhappy woman's fate, a love triangle, and the eternal confrontation between the rich and the poor has been given a new look. There is a minimalist stage dominated by black and grey, bizarre costumes, atmospheric music, and broken dances with shamanic elements. And what about the central role of straw, whose transformation into various forms gives the scenes deep meaning. But you have to see it all! Come to the performance of ‘Limerivna’ to enjoy this updated classic!