Our Pavilion's Varied Cultural Entertainment- for 2024

Experience Colombian rhythms and Ukrainian soul as Los Jankovers take you on a mesmerizing adventure through their rich tapestry of melodies & rhythms
Bogdan Penfort Yanko, the lead singer of the band, was born in Colombia. His father is Colombian, and his mother is Ukrainian.

Other band members include Daniel, a flutist, Daniel, a guitarist from Colombia, and Isamar, a cellist from Venezuela - none of whom have Ukrainian heritage.

The band has reinterpreted more than 50 Ukrainian songs, incorporating Latin American instruments and rhythms; in some songs, they add lines or verses in Spanish.
Most of the band's repertoire consists of traditional Ukrainian folk songs and Ukrainian insurgent songs. For several years, Yanko and his band have been spreading Ukrainian music and their mixes in Colombia and across European countries, including Spain, France, Austria, Poland, Czech Republic, Bulgaria, Romania, Switzerland, Croatia, Bulgaria, North Macedonia, and France. Videos of their performances of Ukrainian songs in various corners of Europe and Latin America have garnered millions of views on social media. 

What Awaits You:
-Traditional Ukrainian songs with a Latin American flair
-Live performances of folk and contemporary Ukrainian songs
-An unforgettable atmosphere filled with energy, emotions, and cultural exchange.

For over 60 years, the Rusalka Ukrainian Dance Ensemble has been capturing the imagination of audiences around the world with its often fiery, always colourful presentation of Ukrainian dance. Built on a foundation of discipline, devotion, and camaraderie, Rusalka has become an integral part of the Canadian arts community. Rusalka’s rich choreographic repertoire features dances from Ukraine’s diverse regions, styles, and moods to captivate any audience.

From its Canadian roots, Rusalka has expanded its horizon to reach out to an ever-widening audience. Major tours throughout Asia, Europe, North America, and Ukraine, along with performances for heads of state and royalty, have placed Rusalka among the most widely recognized Ukrainian dance groups in the world. Rusalka returns to the Folklorama stage following their 60th anniversary tour to Croatia this past July and their headliner performance at Canada’s National Ukrainian Festival last weekend. 

Discover the excitement that is, Rusalka! 

 Melos Folk Ensemble brings together some of Winnipeg’s finest singers, dancers, and musicians. Founded in 2006, it was the vision of a few to start a group that was self-contained, encompassed all of the elements of music, song, and dance, and one that was willing to embrace all areas of artistic creativity. 

Established in 1971, Rozmai consistently reflects Ukrainian culture and tradition in the beauty of the performing art of dance. The company’s uniqueness is derived from the marriage of the Canadian experience and traditional Ukrainian roots.

Rozmai’s commitment to the beauty of dance and preservation of the Ukrainian culture is reflected in their compelling and electric performances which are accentuated by breath-taking leaps, high velocity footwork and brilliant costuming. This young group of energetic dancers always leaves audiences wanting more.

 The Druzhba Ukrainian

Dance Ensemble started in 2021 as a group comprised of families and friends. Since then, the group has expanded to over 20 dancers aged 16 and up, who are all passionate about sharing Ukrainian culture though dance.

Under the instruction of Daria Tkaczyk and Taras Zaporozan, and with choreography by Taras Zaporozan, Druzhba displays dances and costumes from many regions of Ukraine, including Polissia, Hutsul, and Bukovyna.

  The TODASCHUK SISTERS love sharing and celebrating Ukrainian culture as they entertain audiences throughout North America and in Ukraine.  Their performances have taken them from celebrations in Los Angeles to the PNE in Vancouver, from Canada’s National Ukrainian Festival in Dauphin to festivals in Montreal, Ottawa, Toronto, Winnipeg, New York as well as two tours in Ukraine.  

Fronting their own Jazz Trios, they enjoy performing at many prestigious events, and Rosemarie, who released a Jazz CD to much acclaim, sings at the annual Winnipeg Jazz Festival and Assiniboine Park’s Leo Mol Gardens. Charlene, a visual artist living in Montreal, had her debut Art Exhibit at Ukraine-Kyiv Pavilion during Winnipeg’s Folklorama with many exhibits since, including the Pysanka Festival in Vegreville and the Entropy Exhibit in Montreal. 

The TODASCHUK SISTERS have four recordings to their credit. The first two include traditional, contemporary and original Ukrainian songs, and their third is a treasured Christmas album. The TODASCHUK SISTERS released their fourth CD featuring popular Ukrainian songs arranged and performed by Montreal’s Andrij Czerny! 

 Almost six years ago, these girls met at the same school and discovered that there is one trait that unites all five: a love for music and a desire to sing. This is how the DALI group was created. They are restless, they are loud, at times pensive, at times mischievous, sometimes they quarrel (but quickly reconcile)) but they are always ready to provide you with positive emotions through their music! 

 We are community group that has provided entertainment to the community for the last 25 years. We teach children from the ages of 4-18 with some adults too.

 Rozmai’s School of Dance is held Tuesday and Wednesday Evenings at the Holy Trinity Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral at 1175 Main Street. The spacious auditorium is the perfect size for our dance practices. The school dance season starts in early September, and runs through to the end of April. Our annual concert is usually held during the first week of May at Jubilee Place Concert Hall in Winnipeg. 

 The aim of our organization is to promote the appreciation and preservation of Ukrainian cultural traditions as a contributor to the development of Canada's mosaic culture. We pride ourselves in pursuing and maintaining our Ukrainian heritage in our dances, music and costumes. 

Sopilka Ukrainian Dance School was founded in 1971 initially as the South Winnipeg School of Dance, under the direction of Vicky Adams,. It was a part of a Ukrainian language program at Holy Family Ukrainian Catholic Parish.  Several years later the name was changed to Sopilka Ukrainian Dance School- A SOPILKA is a Ukrainian woodwind instrument.

Over the years Sopilka has continued to flourish, by proudly preserving Ukrainian culture through dance.

 Tarantism Dance Company (TDC) was founded in 2018. Currently in our seventh season we offer over a dozen styles of dance to all ages in Beausejour, MB. Our professional, qualified and nurturing instructors provide the highest quality dance education to all of our students helping them find and achieve their full potential. 

 The Ukrainian word Zavirukha means “an intense snowstorm or blizzard,” which (unfortunately) is not uncommon on the Canadian prairies.

Zavirukha Ukrainian Dance School, established in 1970, salutes Ukrainian culture and heritage through vibrant dances and passionate performances. The faculty, led by artistic director Jennifer Doroniuk, is excellent. Classes always have an atmosphere of fun and are meant to foster a love and appreciation of Ukrainian dance. Students are encouraged to reach their full potential in a caring and safe environment.