Troyanda Ukrainian Dance Ensemble - Montreal, Canada

The Troyanda Ukrainian Dance Ensemble was founded in 1989 by two dedicated and enthusiastic Ukrainian dancers, Tanya Harasymowycz-Kutash and Bohdan Klymchuk. Their goal was to develop a local Ukrainian dance ensemble that would strive towards a high level of artistic achievement.

The ensemble devotes its rehearsals to cultural development, exercise and recreation, while promoting excellence and creativity. It encourages both traditional and contemporary choreography. The ensemble consists of 30 dancers. Their repertoire consists of 12 dances which focus mainly on the central and western regions of Ukraine.

The ensemble has thematic (storyline) dances, comedy dances, sword dances, modern Ukrainian dances, a gypsy dance, a lyrical dance,and the famous "Hopak", just to mention a few. Some noted performances where the Troyanda dancers have performed are: Drummondville International folk festival (the largest folk festival in all of Canada); New York State (the Catskills); Man and His World (Montreal); and Place des Arts (Montreal's cultural arts center). Troyanda is a well known and respected dance ensemble in Montreal and Quebec.

Troyanda has a repetoire of dances that is sure to impress the guests. We might even have a few of them try a few moves!

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We have photos of many of our performances from over the years. Festivals, weddings, parades...

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We hold practices for most levels of dancers. We currently teach in the east end of Montreal. West island practices might begin soon if there is adequate interest.

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