We present the pages of the regular 22nd issue of "Kyiv Diplomatic Magazine"

 

The art of living and creating: the National Opera during the war

The language of art does not lose its relevance even during the war, moreover, it even strengthens its influence. A vivid example of this is the National Opera of Ukraine.

Already in May 2022, it resumed its activities and since then has been constantly delighting visitors with exquisite music. Despite the martial law, the hall is packed to the brim - especially when there is a premiere or a benefit on the program. In May 2024, there was just such an event - a benefit performance of "La Traviata" by the director and artistic director of the National Opera Anatoly Solovyanenko in honor of the anniversary of the leading soloist Lilia Grevtsova.