Kyiv Modern Ballet Company Arrives in Riga

The Kyiv Modern Ballet company from the Ukrainian capital, led by the internationally recognised choreographer Radu Poklitaru, has arrived in Riga. The troupe is visiting Latvia as part of a ballet festival, where the dancers will perform choreography set to music by Pēteris Vasks, one of the best-known Latvian composers in the world. The visit also brings Ukrainian and Latvian artists together on the same stage.

A long friendship

Poklitaru and Vasks have been friends for many years. That bond was visible on the troupe's arrival: the composer himself met his friends from Kyiv at Riga airport after they landed in the Latvian capital.

What to expect at the festival

During the festival, the Kyiv company will dance to music written by Vasks. His work is known internationally, while Poklitaru's name as a choreographer is recognised around the world. The source does not specify which piece the troupe will present, or where and on which dates the performances will take place, so those details should be checked with the festival organisers.

The company's arrival in Riga took place on 18 October.