Chorus Director

The Witch of Konotop — Ukrainian Theatrical Phenomenon Comes to Chicago

Themes
Female strength and independence
Fear, superstition, and persecution
The eternal struggle between light and darkness
Ecological crisis as a metaphor for spiritual collapse

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The Witch Of Konotop

Copernicus Center

Join us for the play that interweaves folklore, mysticism, and socio-political themes, exploring power, women's strength and independence, and superstition, while masterfully combining elements of comedy and drama.
Directed by Ivan Uryvskyi, the play adapts Hryhorii Kvitka-Osnovianenko’s satirical comedy, blending folklore with contemporary themes of power, honesty, and women’s struggle for equality. The minimalist set design by Tetiana Ovsiichuk, the expressive choreography by Olha Semioshkina and folk-inspired songs are presented in Susanna Karpenko’s authorial interpretation, and they add depth and authenticity to the performance.

Chorus Director

Susanna Karpenko

Events

Upcoming events

Feb 10, 2027

The Witch of Konotop · Hackney Empire

Past events

Jun 20, 2025

The Witch Of Konotop · Copernicus Center

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