Toronto International Ballet Theatre Presents The Nutcracker -The Unforgettable Holiday Classic
Featuring Ukrainian Principal Dancers,
Vladyslav Romashchenko and Olga Posternak
A Couple Who Toured the World to Raise Money for Ukrainian Humanitarian Aid Presented for One Night Only
December 17, 2022 | 7 PM
Meridian Hall
Toronto International Ballet Theatre proudly presents the triumphant return of a production of the holiday classic THE NUTCRACKER, one of Tchaikovsky’s most famous works. Featuring Ukrainian principal dancers Vladyslav Romashchenko and Olga Posternak, THE NUTCRACKER pairs some of Tchaikovsky’s most beloved compositions with world-class choreography by Tatiana Stepanova, laying the foundations for a unique and outstandingly beautiful show. THE NUTCRACKER will be presented on Saturday, December 17, 2022 at 7 PM at Meridian Hall.
This rendition of THE NUTCRACKER is made extra special with the involvement of principal dancers Vladyslav Romashchenko and Olga Posternak. Last April 2022, the married couple left Ukraine for the purpose of raising money for Ukrainian humanitarian aid. Along with other dancers, they took part in multiple charity performances throughout Europe, Japan, and the United States, where they raised over $800,000. They have relocated to Toronto and continue their efforts to support Ukraine.
Experience the beauty and grandeur of a classical version of THE NUTCRACKER performed with original choreography by Ukrainian Artistic Director and former People’s Artist of Ukraine Tatiana Stepanova. This must-see show brings a fresh and fun perspective to the traditional tale about the innocence and purity of young love, transporting children and adults alike to a world of magic and wonder for the holiday season.
About Vladyslav Romashchenko
Vladyslav Romashchenko (Principal Dancer) is a dancer with the National Opera of Ukraine. He has been praised as one of the company’s standout artists. Romashchenko has toured around the world and achieved international accolades: he is a laureate of the international contests Halytska Terpsichora (1st prize, 2010) and Crystal Slipper (3rd prize, 2007). He is also a graduate of the international competition Fuete Arteku (2007).
About Olga Posternak
Olga Posternak (Principal Dancer) is a Ukrainian dancer for the Kyiv Municipal Academy Theatre Opera and Ballet known as Kyivska Opera. Having toured around the world, she was recognized for her performance as Juliette by being voted the Best Juliette of the 2018/19 season.
About Toronto International Ballet Theatre
Toronto International Ballet Theatre (TIBT) is dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in the art of ballet. TIBT brings together young talented dancers and international stars to perform in professional productions with spectacular sets and beautiful choreography by renowned choreographer and former Prima Ballerina Tatiana Stepanova.
Having had her education at the world-renowned Bolshoi Ballet Academy, Tatiana Stepanova (Artistic Director) returned to her hometown of Odessa, Ukraine, to become the Prima Ballerina for the Odessa State Ballet Company. For her excellence in the performing arts, Stepanova was awarded the honourary title of People’s Artist of Ukraine, a decoration awarded to outstanding art performers of Ukraine. Upon her many years of experience teaching in Canada, she noticed a lack of opportunity for young dancers in professional production, which led her to found Toronto International Ballet Theatre in 2008 to promote classical ballet development in Canada.