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March 16, 2022
Kalyna Festival Attracts Hundreds of Dancers
Ukrainian Dancers, representing eight dance clubs, gathered for a group photo after performances on March 6. (KCPAA/Submitted Photo)
Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Hundreds of dancers came together on stage to participate in the 24th annual Kalyna Festival on March 5 and 6 in Smoky Lake. The annual event, hosted by the Kalyna
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Country Performing Arts Association, (KCPAA) showcased the talents of dancers who represented several communities throughout the northeast region of the province. KCPAA President Angela Semeniuk estimated there were between 250-300 dancers who participated in the festival. “I was really happy with attendance,” stated Semeniuk. The festival is good way to kick-off the dance season, added Semeniuk,
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Below: Smoky Lake School of Dance lyrical performance. (Michelle Pinon/Photo)
who was pleased to have a couple of new dance groups participate in the event. KCPAA is comprised of a six member board who spend the better part of five months preparing for the dance festival. Semeniuk said planning begins in October, with more meetings held in the month of February to allow enough time to work out all of the details and logistics involved in hosting the event. Semeniuk said the festival is entirely volunteer run, and would not be possible without their help. The festival would not be possible without the donations from individuals and businesses, added Semeniuk. She also commended the all of the performers, dance clubs and instructors for their passion and dedication to the arts.
