Konotop Witch — a Ukrainian theatrical event in Berlin
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On September 22, 2025, a remarkable event will take place at Urania Berlin — Konotop Witch. This performance blends Ukrainian mysticism, folklore, and modern drama.
About the Performance
Director Ivan Uryvskyi reimagines the classic novella by Hryhorii Kvitka-Osnovianenko through a contemporary lens.
Premiered in 2023 during wartime Kyiv, it became an artistic manifesto of the new Ukrainian theater. Now the production takes the stage in Berlin and beyond.
Cast
Starring leading Ukrainian stage actors:
Khrystyna Korchynska, Andrii Saminin, Oleksandr Yarema, Viacheslav Khostikrev, Mariia Rudynska, Malvina Khachatrian, Maryna Dadaleva, Kateryna Artemenko.
Key Themes
- Women’s strength and independence
- Superstition, fear, and persecution
- The choice between light and darkness
- Ecological crisis as spiritual decay
Directorial Vision
Ivan Uryvskyi blends stage minimalism with profound depth. Symbolic scenery, lighting, and sound create a hypnotic atmosphere that immerses the audience in the world of the performance.
“For me, the core theme is the choice between Light and Darkness,” — Ivan Uryvskyi
Why You Should See It in Berlin
It’s more than a show — it’s the voice of modern Ukraine. One night. One chance.
For anyone searching Berlin’s cultural listings, Ukrainian events in Europe, or simply something unforgettable — this is it.
Buy Tickets
Konotop Witch
Urania Berlin, Berlin
September 22, 2025 | 19:00
Tickets available online. Seating is limited.
