Ukrainian amateur theatre of Eastern Galicia at the end of XIX – the beginning of XX centuries

Abstract

Purpose of work. The article considers the features of the development of Ukrainian amateur theatre of Eastern Galicia in the context of sociocultural processes of the end of XIX – the beginning of XX centuries. The Ukrainian amateur theatre of Eastern Galicia is investigated as an integral part of Ukrainian theatre culture and bright national historical and cultural phenomenon. Methodology. The author uses the historical-cultural, comparative, sociological and theatre critic methods. This methodological approach allows us to investigate the content and direction of amateur theatre groups and to analyse the specifics of the repertoire. Scientific novelty. Scientific novelty is the expanding notions of activity amateur theater companies in Eastern Galicia and the determination of their ethno-cultural role in the creation of the national culture. Conclusions. Activities of amateur dramatic groups of the Galicians were important factors of the national and cultural revival. They contributed to the consolidation of Ukrainian society, promoted the ethnographic foundations and traditions of the Ukrainian nation, led to the awakening of national consciousness and helped to maintain their own cultural identity.