The Witch of Konotop

About the show

"The Konotop Witch" in Łódź

"The Konotop Witch" is not just a performance but a cultural phenomenon that leaves no one indifferent. Based on Hryhorii Kvitka-Osnovianenko's classic story, the production shook the Ukrainian theater scene, gained international resonance, and now sounds in Łódź as a vivid, contemporary tale.

Director Ivan Uryvskyi boldly combines Ukrainian folklore, mysticism, and sharp social conflicts to create a multi-layered stage language. Grotesque and drama, ritual and modernity, beauty and tension work as one, and every scene deepens the sense of being part of a grand, almost mythical story.

First presented in Kyiv in 2023 at the Ivan Franko National Theater, the performance touches on faith, the strength of women, superstition, social pressure, and the choice between Light and Darkness. That is why it resonates with modern audiences regardless of country or experience.

What to expect

• An atmosphere of deep Ukrainian mysticism and symbolism.
• Innovative stage design with authentic sound and lighting projections.
• Social subtexts that echo today's realities.
• Artistic magic that holds you until the final minute.

Why you should not miss it

This is more than a theater performance — it is a mirror of the changes modern Ukraine is living through. Folklore, politics, ecology, women's voices, and national identity intertwine here. The production speaks to anyone seeking honest answers, powerful emotions, and true theater.

Ukrainian theater in Łódź

The event will be of interest to the Ukrainian community in Poland, fans of contemporary stage art, and everyone who values meaningful culture. This is the kind of show that does not end with applause — it stays with you.

Venue

Łódź, the Grand Theatre in Łódź is located at: General Henryk Dąbrowski Square, 90-249 Łódź

The Grand Theatre has operated since 1967 and is one of the city's key cultural venues. The building stands on Dąbrowski Square, and the main hall seats 1,070 guests. Over the decades, the theater has staged more than three hundred premieres, from classic operas and ballets to musicals, operettas, and productions by Polish authors.

Tickets for "The Konotop Witch" in Łódź are available on our website or at city box offices. Find more theater events in Łódź on our site.