50th Anniversary Show

We are thrilled to premiere "Dzvinka" in the picturesque Okanagan Valley, with net proceeds from performances in Penticton and Oliver, BC dedicated to supporting Ukrainian families through initiatives led by the Ukraine Nightingale Project (UNP) and Tryzub. Join us for an evening of cultural richness, artistic brilliance, and a heartfelt commitment to making a positive impact on those affected by the ongoing crisis in Ukraine.
In the heart of Ukrainian culture, where tradition dances hand in hand with passion, there exists a legacy that spans half a century. Welcome to the jubilant celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Tryzub Ukrainian Dance Society.
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Custom Made Costumes from Ukraine

As a result of war in Ukraine, two non-profit organizations in Alberta and B.C. were drawn together with the common goal of supporting Ukrainian Newcomer families. Tryzub has had the privilege of bringing its legacy of Ukrainian Arts and Culture experience to work together with the new and vibrant Ukraine Nightingale Project to raise over $150,000 for Ukrainian Newcomers in Western Canada. With little to no overhead or administrative costs, we have made a difference in the lives of families fleeing war in Ukraine seeking safe refuge in Canada.

DZVINKATour Dates

The Tryzub Ukrainian Dance Ensemble is the gold standard of Ukrainian dance in Southern Alberta. Our Ensemble is proud to call Calgary home but enjoys entertaining audiences around Canada and the world. 

Watch for updated tour dates in a city near you!

Cities and Tickets

 

Penticton, BC - May 23, 2024 - Cleland Theatre; click HERE to purchase tickets.

Oliver, BC - May 25, 2024 - Venables Theatre; click HERE to purchase tickets.

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A Walk Through Tryzub's 50th Anniversary Production

We welcome you, our audience, with a dance embracing the ancient Ukrainian ritual of “Pryvitannia”. The importance of wheat, the staff of life, is shared by us here in Western Canada and in Ukraine. This dance is an ethnographical regional representation of various parts of Ukraine, and highlights the regions’ folk costumes and dance steps. We end with the offering of bread and salt, presented on an embroidered cloth (rushnyk). The bread represents the warmth of Ukrainian hospitality and the salt is symbolic of eternal friendship. Together they are presented to the audience as a humble and heartfelt greeting, just as it would have been by a host inviting someone into their home.
Act I
"Dzvinka" unfolds in the picturesque Hutsul landscape, where the legendary Oleksa Dovbush leads a band of Opryshky, embodying the spirit of resistance against the oppressive Polish landowners. The tale intertwines love, treachery, and the enduring fight for justice. "Dzvinka" masterfully weaves a tale of love and defiance against the backdrop of Hutsul folklore, capturing the essence of a community's struggle for freedom in the face of oppression.
Act II
In the "Буковинськa Cюїта (Bukovynian Suite)," experience the vibrant energy of Zalytsiannia as men and women engage in a playful flirtation, uniting for a breathtaking display of togetherness. The "Хлопці Буковини (Boys of Bukovyna)" showcase daring and machismo as young men vie for the attention of women, leading to a powerful demonstration of strength. "Зачарованi (The Enchanted)" captivates with mystical beauty and grace, showcasing bewitching footwork and formations by Bukovynian women. Culminate your journey with the rhythmic explosion of "Буковинський Cпектак (Bukovynian Spectacular)." Pay homage to composers Serhij Kushniruk, Gene Zwozdesky, Ron Cahute, and others in a "Tribute to the Composers," celebrating 50 years of Tryzub's music from the past. In "Дівочий Танець (Divochyi Tanets)," witness a kaleidoscope of excitement as the ladies of Tryzub fuse strength, beauty, and precision in an elegant explosion of color and movement, embodying the energy of Ukrainian women. Feel the spirit of Zaporizhian Kozaky in "Запорожці (Zaporozhtsi)," where Tryzub's men showcase mastery in weaponry and movement derived from the Ukrainian martial art "Boyovyi Kopak," promising to bring you out of your seat. Finally, revel in the cultural fabric of Ukraine with the iconic "Гопак (Hopak)," a visually striking dance rooted in Zaporizhian Kozak culture. This national dance unfolds with fast moving patterns, moments of monumentalism, and displays of athleticism, capturing the essence of a nation.
Act III

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Penticton Herald article link: Premiere performances of a multi-city 50th anniversary tour in the South Okanagan.