Kyiv Perepichka

Irma Vitovska: an unusual name and the process of finding one's vocation

Irma Vitovska is a well-known Ukrainian theater and film actress, producer and TV presenter, public figure, Honored Artist of Ukraine, two-time laureate of the "Zolota Dzyga" and "Kinokol" film awards (for the role of Grandma Prisy in the film "The Gate" and the role of Halyna Rott in the work "My thoughts are quiet"). Irma Vitovska also received the "Kyiv Pectoral", "Golden Duke" and other awards from the world of culture and art. Today, the actress plays in the performances of the Frankiv Drama Theater, the Golden Gate Theater, and the Young Theater. However, the choice of stage profession was not obvious for little Irina (this is how the name of the actress is documented). The girl was interested in everything ancient, historical stories, facts that could tell about the past. At the same time, Irma's ability to reincarnate, copy, and play complex characters was noticed even in childhood. So, despite the girl's desire to become a historian, fate prepared another destination for her. But the name Irma, according to the actress herself, is a tribute to the Latvian land, where her mother is from.

A fateful role and crazy demand among the public

Irma Vitovska's theatrical career began in 1998 at the Young Theater. But in fact, the role of Lesia in the TV project "Lesia and Roma" brought the actress wide popularity. It was Lesya who became a commercial success and raised the status of Irma Vitovska in the artistic sphere.

Among the most important modern works of Irma Vitovska in the theater:

• Rose ("Oscar and the Pink Lady");
• grandmother Prisya ("Stalkers");
• Lukashev's mother ("Forest song on fields of blood");
• Gertrude (Hamlet) and others.

The public's interest in performances with Irma Vitovska is growing today. This is evidenced by sold-out performances. Meanwhile, the talented actress realizes herself as a volunteer and philanthropist, helping children and the Ukrainian military. In particular, the craftswoman makes self-made dolls, selling them at charity auctions.