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“…In the dark forest hangs a black cloud,
There evil spirits rave and roam.
Go on, walk through that dark forest…
Go on, walk through that dark forest…”
“The Witch of Konotop” is the much-talked-about premiere by MODERN THEATRE, based on the satirical fantasy novella of the same name by Hryhorii Kvitka-Osnovianenko and directed by Dmytro Rachkovskyi. In July 2026, the renowned Ukrainian company sets off on a tour of Polish cities to give audiences an unforgettable show.
ABOUT THE SHOW:
What happens when you combine ancient Ukrainian myths, Konotop’s signature humour and a bold, modern take on a classic? The line between reality and fiction blurs, and the audience is swept into a whirlwind of mystical phantasmagoria. This is not just a comedy – it is a fairy tale for adults with a truly unexpected, hard-hitting finale.
“…And who is he, this Cossack captain Zabriokha? Why, a fool. A Konotop fool? No, a real one… And Pistriak? A devil… A real one too? Who knows… Only the witch, perhaps…”
Why you should get a ticket:
✅ A much-talked-about premiere: A fresh and spectacular reading of a Ukrainian literary classic by director Dmytro Rachkovskyi.
✅ Powerful energy: The incredible chemistry of the Modern Theatre cast keeps you on the edge of your seat from the first minute to the last.
✅ Magical atmosphere: Vivid costumes, mystical lighting and a rich folkloric world.
Good to know:
⏳ Duration: approx. 1 hour 30 minutes (no interval)
🗣️ Language: Ukrainian
Join us and feel the true power of Ukrainian theatre!
🎟️ Choose the best seats now!
“…In the dark forest hangs a black cloud,
There evil spirits rave and roam.
Go on, walk through that dark forest…
Go on, walk through that dark forest…”
“The Witch of Konotop” is the much-talked-about premiere by MODERN THEATRE, based on the satirical fantasy novella of the same name by Hryhorii Kvitka-Osnovianenko and directed by Dmytro Rachkovskyi. In July 2026, the renowned Ukrainian company sets off on a tour of Polish cities to give audiences an unforgettable show.
ABOUT THE SHOW:
What happens when you combine ancient Ukrainian myths, Konotop’s signature humour and a bold, modern take on a classic? The line between reality and fiction blurs, and the audience is swept into a whirlwind of mystical phantasmagoria. This is not just a comedy – it is a fairy tale for adults with a truly unexpected, hard-hitting finale.
“…And who is he, this Cossack captain Zabriokha? Why, a fool. A Konotop fool? No, a real one… And Pistriak? A devil… A real one too? Who knows… Only the witch, perhaps…”
Why you should get a ticket:
✅ A much-talked-about premiere: A fresh and spectacular reading of a Ukrainian literary classic by director Dmytro Rachkovskyi.
✅ Powerful energy: The incredible chemistry of the Modern Theatre cast keeps you on the edge of your seat from the first minute to the last.
✅ Magical atmosphere: Vivid costumes, mystical lighting and a rich folkloric world.
Good to know:
⏳ Duration: approx. 1 hour 30 minutes (no interval)
🗣️ Language: Ukrainian
Join us and feel the true power of Ukrainian theatre!
🎟️ Choose the best seats now!
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