In 2024, the Cultured Bridge Foundation, in collaboration with the Ukrainian Drama Theater of New York, presented a special theatrical performance honoring the 210th anniversary of Taras Shevchenko. The performance, Woman. Mother. Eternity., based on Shevchenko’s works Vidma and Naimychka,…
On December 18, a special reception titled “Ukrainian Christmas. Kolyada” was held at the United Nations Headquarters, organized by the Permanent Mission of Ukraine to the UN. The Cultured Bridge Foundation contributed to the event by presenting an authentic Ukrainian…
Two traditional Ukrainian costumes from our collection were presented at the Permanent Mission of Ukraine to the United Nations during the 79th Session of the UN General Assembly. Displayed on a global diplomatic stage, the garments symbolized Ukraine’s cultural heritage,…
The theatrical production Sons, based on the powerful novella by Vasyl Stefanyk, is directed by Ivan Bernatsky, People’s Artist of Ukraine and founder of the Ukrainian Drama Theater in NY. Starring Volodymyr Kurylo in the leading role, the performance reveals…
In celebration of Ukraine’s Independence Day 2024, the Cultured Bridge Foundation presented an exhibition of historic embroidered Ukrainian national costumes at the Ukrainian Institute of America in New York. Curated from Galyna Bahan’s private collection, the display highlighted the craftsmanship,…
Under the artistic direction of People’s Artist of Ukraine Ivan Bernatsky, the Ukrainian Drama Theater in New York presented a special performance honoring the 210th anniversary of Taras Shevchenko—a defining voice of freedom, dignity, and national identity. Hosted at the…
It was honoured to participate in the Ukraine Action Summit in Washington, D.C., organized by Razom for Ukraine. As part of the panel “Sound Alarm for Ukrainians,” we contributed to discussions focused on advocacy, awareness, and protecting the rights and…
The latest Ukrainian film Shchedryk was screened at St. George Ukrainian Church, followed by a discussion with the director. The conversation explored the historical events portrayed in the film and offered deeper insight into Ukraine’s cultural heritage and resilience.
This panel featured commanders of the Azov Battalion, including Ilya Samoilenko, who shared firsthand accounts of Russian captivity, the invasion of Ukraine, and their experiences advocating for Ukraine at the 57th UN session. The discussion offered an important perspective on…
Panel discussion with Anna Olson and Ludmyla Guseynova, former prisoners of war from Mariupol. Drawing on their personal experiences in Russian captivity, they spoke about resilience, human rights advocacy, and the urgent humanitarian needs of those affected by war.