Legendary Ukrainian poet Lina Kostenko recently hosted star guests at her home in Kyiv. The meeting took place on the occasion of the capital's premiere of the theatrical adaptation of her famous novel in verse "Marusya Churai". Famous cultural figures, musicians, and actors came to personally chat with the author and discuss the success of the production, which has already caused a wide resonance in society.
Warm atmosphere and creative communication
Among the guests at the writer's home were Okean Elzy frontman Svyatoslav Vakarchuk, writer and musician Serhiy Zhadan, publisher Ivan Malkovych, director Oles Sanin, and the troupe of the Frankivsk Drama Theater. The atmosphere of the meeting turned out to be incredibly warm and soulful: the participants not only discussed the modern reading of the classic work but also sang together, sitting next to the legendary author.
Vibrant image and attention to detail
Special attention from fans and the media was drawn to the appearance of the 96-year-old poet. Lina Kostenko appeared in the photographs wearing a trendy dark blue sweater and a gray blouse, complemented by a stylish scarf around her neck. In addition, the writer surprised the public with elegant makeup focusing on her eyes, highlighted with blue eyeshadow on her eyelids, which sparked many enthusiastic comments on social networks.
Musicians' contribution to theatrical success
Svyatoslav Vakarchuk, who worked on the music and arrangements for the play "Marusya Churai", called this meeting and the opportunity to touch the work of the great author a huge honor for himself. The musician shared his emotions from the joint performance of fragments of the production and noted what a happiness it is to live in the same era as Lina Kostenko. The theater team also added that the discussion touched upon issues of the boldness of interpretation and the sincerity of acting.
