Episode 15 | Canada's Ukrainian Shumka Dancers Tour Canada

After a break in performances because of the pandemic, Ukrainian dance groups are back on stage. One of those groups is Canada’s Ukrainian Shumka Dancers from Edmonton. The company is touring Canada and made a stop in Winnipeg, where we had a chance to attend a dance workshop, see the elaborate sets and costumes up close backstage, and talk with Shumka dancer Caitlin Kaminsky and Shumka Senior Creative Director Les Sereda.

What Else You’ll Hear

What it’s like dancing with Shumka
The importance of celebrating Ukrainian culture during times of war
What to expect in the show: Mosquito’s Wedding (All You Need is Love), Promised Land, My Yeh (We Are), Echoes of Hopak
What goes into putting on such an impressive production
The things that stood out most to us about the show
Some tips to stay motivated as a Ukrainian dancer or instructor
When Shumka will be coming to a city near you