NEWBERRY – The Newberry Opera House curtain will rise Wednesday, Oct. 21, at 8 p.m. to present the Virsky Ukrainian National Dance Company. This renowned folk dance ensemble is famous for its brightly colored costumes, the unity of content and form, and the vivid embodiment of its stage concept.

The magnificent artistic group has embraced the beauty of the Ukraine, the wisdom of its people as well as the folk tradition of humor and optimism. Each and every performance is a romantic elevated, passionate and exciting show. Audiences all over the world have warmly received the ensembles‚ diverse concert programs presenting the exquisite charm of Ukrainian folk dancing and the wealth of its traditions.

The history of the ensemble goes back to 1937 when two well-known ballet masters brought together a group of folk dancers. Pavlo Virsky headed the ensemble for the next two decades. It was under his guidance that the ensemble matured into a highly professional dance company whose art has won the hearts of countless reviewers and the general public around the world. Audiences have embraced this vibrant company that merges talent, spirit and energy. These dancers are skilled and delightful and so eager, so ready to captivate, they can’t fail.

Reservations can be made at the Newberry Opera House box office. Call 803- 276-6264 or visit www.newberryoperahouse. com.