Kyiv Theatre of Classic Ballet: historical and artistic aspects (1981-1998)

Abstract

The purpose of the article is to learn the pattern of the artistic activities of the troupe "Theatre of Classic Ballet" in the context of the historical development of Ukrainian choreographic art of 1980th and 1990th. The methodology of the work contains using such research methods as general-historical, comparative-historical, analytical, etc. The scientific novelty of the publication lies in the exploration of the work of the troupe of "Theatre of Classic Ballet" its historical and artistic aspects for the first time in history. Conclusions. The activity of the artistic group has been connected with the work of famous Ukrainian ballet masters of the second half of the 20th century, such as V. Vronsky (1981-1986), V. Rybiy (1986-1988), and V. Kovtun (1989-1998). V. Vronsky has formed the principal cast of the troupe, create a basic repertoire, which included masterpieces of the world and Ukrainian classics. Also, the team has been popularized because of the cooperation with the leading theatres of the USSR. V. Rybiy has extended the concert programs of theatre with the help of the works of Soviet and European ballet masters. He has gained an ability to show those works in any theatrical conditions, using a minimum of stage designs. However, V. Kovtun has introduced in the repertoire big choreographic forms and, in order to implement them - he has expanded the troupe to 45 people. He has also invited famous Kyiv performers to take part in the program and has developed abilities for young artists to enter the troupe.

Keywords: Theatre of Classic Ballet, V. Vronsky, V. Rybiy, V. Kovtun, choreographic art.