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PLESKACH
(Плескач)
Ukrainian Folk Dance
Choreography: R. Mykyta after P. Virsky * Composer: Traditional
Premiere: September 21, 2025
Performed by The Ballet Theatre of Maryland at the
Historic Hammond Harwood House, Annapolis, MD
SUMMARY:
Originally choreographed by Pavlo Virsky, the title of this dance, “Pleskach,” is derived from the verb “pleskaty” which means “to clap.” This dance depicts a group of village maidens who enjoy a delightful game of “paddy-cake.” True to Virsky’s unique choreographic style, he imbues his female dancers’ movement with quickness and lyricism, always emanating an impression of graciousness and open heartedness.
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