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Stolen happiness

The play "Stolen Happiness" in Kyiv will take place at the Lesya Ukrainka National Academic Drama Theater.

Why is it worth going to the theater to see the play "Stolen Happiness" in Kyiv?

  1. Dramatic production based on the famous play by Ivan Franko.
  2. Masterful acting embodiment of complex characters.
  3. Trying to find answers to difficult life questions.

The performance "Stolen Happiness" in Kyiv

"Stolen Happiness" is a play based on the work of the classic of Ukrainian literature Ivan Franko. Director - Yevhen Khramtsov. Scenography - Liza Skurska. Roles are performed by: Oleksandr Kryuchkov, Vyacheslav Nikolenko, Taisiya Boyko, Oleksandra Yena, Maria Goncharova, Viktor Semirozumenko, Volodymyr Mishukov and others.

The search for harmony and God within oneself in the performance of the Lesya Ukrainka Theater

Franko's "Stolen Happiness" is an extraordinary work. Its phenomenon lies in the fact that for over 100 years the viewer has not been able to identify the hero and the antihero and find out who is to blame in the love triangle. And this time we offer you a special director's vision of a complex play, dramatic and intellectual. It is a search for answers to eternal questions: how to find God within oneself and master the same precarious balance in one's own soul. And all this is through the prism of the relationship between Mikhail, Anna and Nikolay. "Stolen Happiness" for the viewer is an opportunity to go your own way from an exciting, intense search to the discovery of the long-awaited truth. We are waiting for you!

Where to buy tickets for the play "Stolen Happiness" in Kyiv?

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ℹ️ Useful information:

🧸 Children under 5 years old are free of charge exclusively for children's daytime performances.
✅ Spectators from 14 years of age are allowed to attend performances without adult accompaniment.
🛡️ In case of an air raid: if an air raid alarm sounds before the start, visitors must vacate the theater premises, administrators direct the audience to the nearest shelter (Teatralna metro station). If the alarm did not last long, then after its end, the performance will begin in 20 minutes. If the alarm is in the middle of the event - the show stops, theater employees take the audience out of the theater building - the "Teatralna" metro station is located next to the theater, if the alarm is short (up to 40 minutes) the show can be continued after the alarm ends.

Talents

Viktor Semirozumenko

A master of brilliantly embodying different characters on stage

Viktor Semirozumenko is a Ukrainian theater and film actor who graduated from the Karpenko-Kary Kyiv Institute of Theater Arts in 1994 and has been a member of the Lesya Ukrainka Theater troupe since 1996. During his 20 years of service to Melpomene, the actor has played many diverse roles. Characters of different ages and with different personalities “obeyed” Viktor Alexandrovich, which emphasized the versatility and performing plasticity of the talented actor. In addition to working in the theater, Viktor Semirozumenko starred in films and TV series (both short and full-length), including “The Return of Mukhtar”, “Noble Tramps”, “Forgiven Sunday” and others. There were also shootings in advertising, when, according to the actor himself, there was a coincidence in “type”.

Viktor Semirozumenenko's professional approach to work is manifested primarily in the creation of an image. Here, the master attaches great importance to the form of the role. And the actor considers sincerity to be the most important features of modern theater, which should impress the viewer. He calls Bohdan Stupka, Stepan Oleksenko, and Volodymyr Nechyporenko his role models. Among the performances in which Viktor Semirozumenenko plays today are the following:
  • "Ukraine on Fire" (Captain);
  • "Stolen Happiness" (Babich);
  • "Stefanik. Novels" (Prots);
  • "The Holy Family" (Alfonso Carrucho);
  • "No. 13" (Manager) and others.
В’ячеслав Ніколенко
Honored Artist of Ukraine. In the theater of Lesia Ukrainka since 1999.
Oleksandr Kryuchkov
Oleksandr Kryuchkov

Oleksandr Evgeniyovych Kryuchkov

Date of birth – August 24, 1992

Language – Ukrainian

Activity – theater and film actor

Creative path

Oleksandr Kryuchkov is a Ukrainian theater and film actor. He began his journey in the world of creativity by becoming a student at the Kyiv National University of Theater, Film and Television named after Karpenko-Kary. The future star of the stage received his diploma in 2015. However, already in 2014 he began working with the team of the creative group that filmed the series "Personal Affair". This was the artist's debut in cinema. He had his first experience of working together with directors, producers, and actors. In general, the filmography of Oleksandr Kryuchkov includes more than a dozen series in such genres as drama, detective, and melodrama. The actor has performed roles in the following works:
  • "A Place in the Sun";
  • "Happy despite everything";
  • "The Long Road to Happiness";
  • "Sunny November";
  • "My daughter's mother";
  • "I will love forever";
  • "Lace of Fate";
  • "Window of Life" and others.
Oleksandr Kryuchkov has also gained wide popularity and love from theater fans. In particular, the actor's style and charisma have been captivating the audience of the Lesya Ukrainka National Drama Theater for many years. The following performances and roles have brought the artist recognition:
  • "For the home hearth" (Officer);
  • "Blazing in the Dark" (Pedro);
  • "Brothers" (Friend Simone);
  • "Stolen Happiness" (Mykhailo);
  • "Ferryman" (Shane Corcoran);
  • "The Wave" (Deutsch);
  • "The Wizard" (Ruby, Saber-Toothed Tiger, Flying Monkey, Beast);
  • “We need a liar!” (Guard);
  • "Juliet and Romeo" (Participant of the ball, Benvolio, nephew of Montague and friend of Romeo);
  • "The Ladies' Tailor" (Etienne).
Oleksandr Kryuchkov continues to expand his own popularity thanks to his natural charisma and acting skills. Kryuchkov's theatrical works attract attention due to the depth of transformation and emotional reproduction of characters. The actor amazes the audience with his ability to get used to various roles and creates extremely realistic, vivid images that find a response in the hearts of the audience. Thus, the artist actively works on the development and enrichment of Ukrainian culture and theatrical art. Oleksandr Kryuchkov participates in various theatrical projects and, without a doubt, is worthy of representing the Lesya Theater together with other artists at prestigious art festivals.
Oleksandra Yen

A talented and charming actress of the Lesya Ukrainka Theater

Oleksandra Yena is a Ukrainian theater actress whose creative path began in 1992 and was marked by a large number of roles in popular performances based on the works of classics and modern playwrights. The future star of the Lesya Ukrainka National Academic Theater of Russian Drama received a professional education at the Ivan Karpenko-Kary Kyiv National University of Theater, Cinema and Television. After completing her studies, Oleksandra Yena began her career in one of the most famous theaters in the country - the Lesya Ukrainka Theater.

The high level of acting skills of Oleksandra Volodymyrivna was marked by sincere recognition and love of the audience, as well as high titles. In 2011, the actress became an Honored Artist of Ukraine, and in 2020 - a People's Artist of Ukraine.

Performances and roles of Alexandra Yena:
  • "For the home hearth" (Shimonova);
  • "Othello" (Emilia);
  • "Stolen Happiness" (Nastya, neighbor);
  • "The Holy Family" (Margarita);
  • "The Mysterious Nighttime Murder of a Dog" (Mrs. Shears);
  • "The Cripple from Inishmaan" (Mother O'Dougal);
  • "Family Dinner" (Suzette, the cook);
  • "Nude with a Violin" (Cherry-May Waterton) and others.
Taisia Boyko

A charming and talented actress of the Lesya Ukrainka Theater

Taisia Boyko is a Ukrainian theater and film actress. She played many roles in television series, including "Investigator Gorchakova", "Looking for you", "Passion for Zinaida" and others.

In 1997, Taisia Boyko received a diploma from the Kyiv Institute of Theater Arts named after Karpenka-Karyo. Today, the beautiful actress is a member of the troupe of the Kyiv National Academic Drama Theater named after Lesya Ukrainka.

Performances and roles of Taisia Boyko:
  • "Stolen happiness" (Nastya, neighbor);
  • "Burning in the Dark" (Doña Pepita);
  • "Colonel and birds" (Likarka);
  • "Jacaranda flower" (Elena, secretary);
  • "The Magician" (Bastinda);
  • "Juliet and Romeo" (Signora Montecchi, Montecchi's wife) and others.

Other events for the artists participation

Stefanyk. Short stories 27.04, 29.05, 17.06 Kyiv, Lesia Ukrainka National Academic Theater of Drama Othello 28.04, 29.04, 10.06 Kyiv, Lesia Ukrainka National Academic Theater of Drama Burning in the dark 02.05, 02.06 Kyiv, Lesia Ukrainka National Academic Theater of Drama Treasure Island 03.05, 04.05, 31.05 ... 28.06 Kyiv, Lesia Ukrainka National Academic Theater of Drama Colonel and birds 4 May, Sun Kyiv, Lesia Ukrainka National Academic Theater of Drama Ferryman 10.05, 11.05, 07.06 ... 08.06 Kyiv, Lesia Ukrainka National Academic Theater of Drama I'm Not Afraid of Virginia Woolf 11.05, 07.06 Kyiv, Lesia Ukrainka National Academic Theater of Drama A strange incident with a dog at night 16 May, Fri Kyiv, Lesia Ukrainka National Academic Theater of Drama Tango 16.05, 15.06, 23.06 Kyiv, Lesia Ukrainka National Academic Theater of Drama For the home hearth 17.05, 20.06 Kyiv, Lesia Ukrainka National Academic Theater of Drama Holy Family 20.05, 16.06, 27.06 Kyiv, Lesia Ukrainka National Academic Theater of Drama Ladies' tailor 21.05, 26.06 Kyiv, Lesia Ukrainka National Academic Theater of Drama Name 21.05, 03.06 Kyiv, Lesia Ukrainka National Academic Theater of Drama Need a liar! 26.05, 21.06 Kyiv, Lesia Ukrainka National Academic Theater of Drama Svoi 26 May, Mon Kyiv, Lesia Ukrainka National Academic Theater of Drama Three loves 27.05, 06.06 Kyiv, Lesia Ukrainka National Academic Theater of Drama Too married taxi driver 28.05, 30.06 Kyiv, Lesia Ukrainka National Academic Theater of Drama Ukraine in fire 28 May, Wed Kyiv, Lesia Ukrainka National Academic Theater of Drama Jacaranda flower 19 June, Thu Kyiv, Lesia Ukrainka National Academic Theater of Drama