Kozak (Êîçàê) - Ukrainian dancers, musicians and singers in USA. New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Florida, other states. Dances, songs, music of Ukraine. www.cossack.us
Kozak (Êîçàê) is a dynamic ensemble of Ukrainian dancers, musicians, and singers led by Ukrainian-born choreographer Nadiya Lemega from Highlands, New Jersey, and Serhiy Tsyganok from Brooklyn, New York. Based in New York and New Jersey, USA, the company presents captivating performances featuring traditional and contemporary Ukrainian dances, music, and songs.The Kozak Ukrainian dancers deliver high-quality entertainment across a variety of venues and events, including performing arts centers, weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, resorts, festivals, TV commercials, libraries, country clubs, colleges, restaurants, multicultural events, fundraisers, and boat parties. They perform in New York City, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, The Bronx, Long Island, as well as in states such as Florida, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Virginia.Founded in 2007 in Brooklyn, New York, Kozak continues to share the rich cultural heritage of Ukraine. The company's Artistic Director is Nadiya Lemega, with Lina Karokhina serving as Musical Director.
October 25, 2024, Wedding at Antrim 1844, Taneytown, Maryland
Four dancers "crashed" the wedding reception at the Antrim 1844 in Taneytown, Maryland. Performance included Surprise Grand Entrance, Hopak, Kolomyika, Pidmanula, up-beat dance with guests, short photo session with Newlyweds and guests.
12-16-2023, The Brooklyn Nutcracker, Kings Theatre, Brooklyn, NY
Two dancers (Vladimir and Arsentii), and accordion player/singer Mikhail were a part of Brooklyn Ballet two performances of The Brooklyn Nutcracker at the majestic Kings Theatre in Flatbush, Brooklyn, on Saturday, December 16th, 2023.
07-29-2023, Backyard Park, Jeffersonville, New York
120 min concert (with intermission) at the Backyard Park in Jeffersonville, NY 12748. Jeffersonville is a charming older village nestled in the Western part of the Sullivan County Catskills located near Bethel Woods Center for the Arts, the Woodstock Museum and the beautiful, scenic and recreational Delaware River.
01-20-2023, Penn State University, Abington Student Center, Abington, Pennsylvania
Eleven dancers, two musicians, and two singers performed 90 min public concert at the Sutherland Auditorium of the Penn State University, Abington Campus Student Center in Abington, Pennsylvania on Friday, January 20th, 2023.
11-22-2022, Sheepshead Bay Branch of the Brooklyn Public Library
Dear Friends, Please post this attached flyer at your location and share it with family and friends. An Evening of Ukranian Folk Music and Dance event will take place on Tuesday, November 22 at 6pm at the Sheepshead Bay Branch of the Brooklyn Public Library.
11-17-22, 7pm, Penn State Behrend College, Erie, Pennsylvania
On Thursday, November 17th, 2022 starting at 6:30pm three dancers and two musicians performed one hour show at the Penn State Behrend College in Erie, Pennsylvania. Exact address of the venue: McGarvey Commons for International Student Organization at the Penn State Behrend, 4701 College Dr., Erie, PA 16563-4117.
On Thursday, November 17th, 2022 starting at 11am three dancers and two musicians performed one hour show at the Thiel College in Greenville, Pennsylvania. Exact address of the venue: Thiel College, 75 College Ave, Greenville, Pennsylvania 16125.
11-16-2022, Penn State Worthington/Scranton, Dunmore, Pennsylvania
On Wednesday, November 16th, 2022 three dancers and two musicians performed one hour show at the Penn State Worthington/Scranton in Dunmore, Pennsylvania. Exact address of the venue: View Cafe / Study Learning Center, Penn State Worthington/Scranton, 120 Ridge View Drive, Dunmore, PA 18512.
11-05-2022, Ukraine Benefit at 3BR Distillery in Keyport, New Jersey
On Saturday, November 5th, 2022 two musicians performed one hour concert during benefit gig for Ukraine Mutual Aid at the 3BR Distillery in Keyport, New Jersey (3BR Distillery, 7 Main St, Keyport, NJ 07735). Concert of Ukrainian musicians followed by three bands: Gypsy Tears, Dog In A Man Suit, and Yawn Mower.
October 21, 2022. Long Island, Suffolk County PTA Showcase, Melville, New York
4 dancers and 1 musician performed during Suffolk County PTA Showcase at the West Hallow Middle School in Melville, New York on Friday, October 21, 2022, (7pm).
10-15-2022. Grand opening of the Magnolia Inn & Wellness Center in Mt Pocono, PA
Two musicians played for about two hours (from 5:30pm to 7:30pm) during Grand opening at the Magnolia Inn & Wellness Center in Mt Pocono, Pennsylvania on Saturday, October 15th, 2022. Over a hundred guests attended the Ribbon Cutting Celebration. Exact address of the venue: 11 Knob Rd, Mt Pocono, PA 18344-1403, Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania, United States. Performers cast: Elina Karokhina ( domra), Mikhail Smirnov (garmoshka, guitar, vocals).
October 8, 2022. Annual Slavic Heritage Festival at the St. Mary's Assumption Church in Joppa, Maryland
Five dancers and one musician provided three 1 hour shows during Annual Slavic Heritage Festival at the St. Mary's Assumption Eastern Rite Church in Joppa, Maryland on Saturday, October 8th, 2022. Exact name and address of the venue: St. Mary's Assumption Eastern Rite Church, 2807 Mountain Road, Joppa, Maryland 21085.
October 6, 2022. Uniting with Ukraine concert at the Siena College in Loudonville, New York
Six dancers, two musicians and singer provided 1 hour 15 min show at the Siena College in Loudonville, New York on Thursday, October 6, 2022. The show was titled "Uniting with Ukraine". Performers cast: singer Galina Ivannikova, dancer Sergey Tsyganok, dancer Konstantin Tulinov, dancer Arsentii Oskin, dancer Alisa Egorova, dancer Olga Yeliseyeva, dancer Maria Klychnikov, Elina Karokhina (musician, domra), Mikhail Smirnov (musician, garmoshka, guitar, vocals). Exact address of the venue: Sarazen Student Union, Siena College, 515 Loudon Road, Loudonville, NY 12211.
October 2, 2022. Medieval Festival at the Fort Tryon Park, Washington Heights, Manhattan, New York
The Medieval Festival in Fort Tryon Park was back after a 2-year hiatus. On Sunday, October 2, 2022 Washington Heights' Fort Tryon Park was transformed into a medieval market town decorated with bright banners and processional flags. Performers and guests were dressed in medieval costumes. Visitors were greeted by authentic period music, dance, magic, and minstrels, as well as jugglers and jesters. The festival included thrilling jousts between four knights on horseback. This free for public event was produced by NYC Parks and the Washington Heights and Inwood Development Corporation with support from the Fort Tryon Park Trust. Cast of the company included twelve dancers, musicians and singers. Exact address of the venue: Fort Tryon Park, Riverside, Dr To Broadway, New York, NY 10040.
October 1, 2022. World Of Colors Concert at the Edmond Town Hall Theater in Newtown, Connecticut
On Saturday, October 1st, 2022 dancers Valentina Kvasova, Alisa Egorova, Maria Klyuchnikov, and Arsentii Oskin represented Ukraine during World Of Colors Concert at the Edmond Town Hall Theater in Newtown, Connecticut, zip code 06470, United States (Black Tie & Red Carpet Event). 3-5PM Red Carpet, 5-8:30 PM Concert, 8:30 - 10:30PM Gala Reception.
September 24th, 2022. Wedding at the Duportail House in Chesterbrook, Pennsylvania
On Saturday, September 24th, 2022 six dancers "crashed" Ukrainian wedding with their surprise appearance. 30 min show included national Ukrainian dance Hopak, Kolomyika dance, Pidmanula. In the end of the show dancers invited all guests to try Ukrainian folk dancing. During couple's first dance one of the dancers dressed into traditional Ukrainian outfit interrupted the wedding by showing up in the middle of the dance floor looking for "Mykola Cybyk" and his 80th Jubilee party. When he realizes that it's a wrong event he "suddenly" "recognized" one of the guests: - "Hey, John, how's your new Honda? What are you doing here?!" After he "got the information that it is a wedding" he congratulated the Groom and Bride on their good choice and invited other dancers to come out and do the performance: "Come here, boys and girls, we are going to perform here! It's a bunch of good people, and beautiful couple Bride and Groom". After the show dancers took photos with the Newlyweds and their guests. Dancers showed up on the location fully dressed and brought their own powerful wireless speaker. Exact address of the venue: Duportail House - Chesterbrook, 297 Adams Dr, Chesterbrook, PA 19087.
August 20, 2022. Mystic Seaport Museum, Mystic, Connecticut
Saturday, August 20th, 2022 from 6:30pm to 8pm dancers, musicians, and singers performed 90 min program at the Mystic Seaport Museum in Connecticut. The show was the final performance of summer series titled "Arts on the Quad". Exact address of the venue: Mystic Seaport Museum, 75 Greenmanville Avenue, Mystic, CT 06355, United States. Cast of performers: musician/singer Mikhail Smirnov, musician Elina Karokhina, dancer Olga Chpitalnaia, dancer Olga Yeliseeva, dancer Konstantin Tulinov, dancer Sergei Tsyganok, singer Oleg Kolomyets.
August 18, 2022. Public concert at YRosen Performing Arts Center in Wayne, New Jersey
On Thursday, August 18th, 2022 from 7pm- to 8:30pm dancers, musicians, and singers performed 90 min concert at the YRosen Performing Arts Center in Wayne, New Jersey. All tickets for the show were sold out. The performers have received a standing ovation from the audience in the end of the show. Cast included: musician/singer Sergey Pobedinskiy, singer Ludmila Fesenko, dancer Olga Chpitalnaia, dancer Alisa Egorova, dancer Konstantin Tulinov, dancer Sergey Tsyganok. Exact address of the venue: One Pike Drive, Wayne, New Jersey 07470 (located at the branch of the Metro YMCA of the Oranges).
August 4, 2022. Dancers "crashing" wedding in Avalon, New Jersey
On Thursday, August 4th, 2022 around 9:30pm six dancers "crashed" a wedding reception at the Icona Avalon, 7849 Dune Drive, Avalon, New Jersey 08202. "Surprise" performance for guests and family included Hopak, Pidmanula, Kolomiyka and round dance with all guests at the party. In the beginning two dancers showed up to the grand Ball Room of the Icona Avalon dressed into traditional Ukrainian outfits. They stopped all activities asking everyone (in Ukrainian and English) for directions to Mykola Tarasovich Shevchenko's 50th Wedding Anniversary. After a few moments of confusion dancers “recognized” Bride and Groom, congratulated them, and invite the rest of the dance company to the stage by telling them in Ukrainian and English that "This is good people's wedding and we will need to dance for them". In the end of the choreographed performance dancers asked all guests if they want to try a few Ukrainian dance moves themselves. Everyone were invited to the dance floor.
July 21, 2022. Bare Feet Downtown Brooklyn concert series, Plaza at 300 Ashland, Brooklyn, New York
On Thursday, July 21st, 2022 from 6:30pm-8:30pm dancers, musicians, and singers performed two hours program during "Bare Feet Downtown Brooklyn" concert series at the Plaza at 300 Ashland (right by BAM in Brooklyn). Local CBS News reporter Hannah Kliger was covering this event. Cast of performers: musician/singer Sergey Pobedinskiy, singer Ludmila Fesenko, dancer Maija Rutkovsky, dancer Olga Yeliseeva, dancer Arsentii Oskin, singer/musician Mikhail Smirnov, musician Elina Karokhina, dancer Alisa Egorova, dancer Vladimir Nikitin, dancer Sergey Tsyganok.
On Wednesday, July 13, 2022 at 6pm program "Boogie Woogie" started at the Staten Island Children’s Museum located in Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden. Exact address: off, 1000 Richmond Terrace Building M Enter via the Fillmore St. Gate, Tysen St, 10301. Program performed by dancer Alisa Egorova, musician and singer Zhenya Rock and dancer Nataly Rock run for about 50 minutes to an hour with the dance workshop and questions and answers in the end.
June 29, 2022. Gorton High School, Yonkers, New York
On Wednesday, June 29, 2022 singers, musicians and dancers of the company provided 30 min show during international festival at the Gorton High School in Yonkers, New York. Cast of performers: musician Leonid Bruk, dancer Maija Rutkovsky, dancer Arsentii Oskin, singer Vera Bergman, musician Mikhail Smirnov, musician Elina Karokhina, dancer Alisa Egorova, dancer Alexey Klyuchnikov, dancer Maria Klyuchnikova.
June 26, 2022. The Seaside Park Community Arts Center, Coney Island Boardwalk, Brooklyn, New York
On Sunday, June 26th, 2022 singers, musicians and dancers provided 30 minutes show at the The Seaside Park Community Arts Center located on Coney Island Boardwalk in Brooklyn, New York. Exact address of the venue: Amphitheater At Coney Island Boardwalk 3052 West 21 Street Brooklyn NY 11224. The event was titled the "Cultural Celebration in Coney Island".
On Saturday, June 25, 2022 musicians and dancers of the company provided 90 min show Salute to Ukraine at the Untermyer Park and Gardens, 945 N Broadway, Yonkers, NY 10701.
On Thursday, June 23rd, 2022 dancers Alisa and Arsentii performed during Ukraine Happy Hour Fundraiser in SoHo Neighborhood in New York City. The event took place at the SoHo Works, 875 Washington Street, New York, NY 10014, www.sohoworks.com. Dancers provided short performance, traditional dance workshop, and posed for photos. There was no stage at the venue.
On Saturday, June 18, 2022 musicians and dancers of the company provided 60 min show during "Immigration Now" event at The College Point Cultural Center and Museum at the Poppenhusen Institute, 114-04 14th Road, College Point, Queens New York 11356. The program was titled "Tribute to Ukraine" - Dance and music from Eastern Europe. As per client's request dancers included audience participation at the end.
June 18, 2022. UNE 18TH NYC Multicultural Festival in Harlem
On Saturday, June 18th, 2022 two members of the company performed during the largest cultural diversity event in New York City - UNE 18TH NYC Multicultural Festival Harlem New York City. Mikhail and Elina performance started at 4:15pm on Stage I located on St. Nicholas Avenue near 141st Street. Sat, June 18, 2022 Nicholas Ave & 141st Street. Cast: singer, garmoshka and guitar player Mikhail Smirnov, balalaika player Elina Karokhina.
June 18, 2022. IndoRican Multicultural Dance Project
Virtual performance during Under One Sky Dance Festival (via Zoom) presented by IndoRican Multicultural Dance Project on Saturday, June 18, 2022, 2pm. Please follow our Facebook and Instagram for updates.
June 16, 2022. Abe Lebewohl Park Summer Concert Series in New York City
Musicians and dancers provided one hour show during Abe Lebewohl Park Summer Concert Series on Thursday, June 16, 2022 in New York City. Performance took place in front of St. Mark’s Church (corner of 10th St and 2nd Ave) in East Village neighborhood in Manhattan. Cast: dancer Alisa Egorova, singer and guitar player Sergey Pobedinskiy, balalaika player Elina Karokhina, singer Lyudmila Fesenko.
June 5, 2022. Astoria’s Multicultural Celebration Festival Dutch Kills Playground Long Island City, Queens, New York
Musicians and dancers provided exiting show during International Festival in Astoria, Queens on Saturday, June 5th, 2022. Exact address: Dutch Kills Playground 36th Avenue & Crescent Street, Long Island City, NY 11106. Performance started at 4pm. Cast: dancer Vladimir Nikitin, dancer Alisa Egorova, singer and accordion player Mikhail Smirnov, musician Elina Karokhina, dancer Masha Klyuchnikova, dancer Valentina Kvasova, dancer Arsentiy Oskin, dancer Konstantin Tulinov.
June 3rd, 2022. Kings Highway Academy (Public School 197) in Brooklyn, NY
Dancers and musicians performed several shows during multicultural festival at the Public School 197 in Brooklyn on Friday, June 3rd, 2022. Event took place at The Kings Highway Academy located at 1599 East 22nd Street, Brooklyn, New York 11210. Cast: dancer Vladimir Nikitin, dancer Alisa Egorova, dancer Masha Klyuchnikova, dancer Olga Yeliseeva, dancer Arsentiy Oskin, dancer Sergey Tsyganok, dancer Veronika Gunko, musician Leonid Bruk, musician Elina Karokhina.
May 20, 2022. Fundraising Event in Rock Tavern, New York
Three dancers, two singers, and musician performed during Ukrainian Fundraiser event at private house located at 347 Bull Road, Rock Tavern, NY 12575 on Friday, May 20, 2022. Rock Tavern is located in NY Orange County (Southeastern part of New York State).
May 8, 2022. East Brunswick Public Library, East Brunswick, New Jersey
Sunday, May 8, 2022, 2:00pm. 90 min performance at the East Brunswick Public Library, 2 Jean Walling Civic Center, East Brunswick NJ 08816. Cast: singer Ludmila Fesenko, singer/musician Sergey Pobedinski, dancer Olga Chpitalnaia, dancer Vladimir Nikitin, dancer Alisa Egorova, musician Elina Karokhina.
April 23, 2022. Velykden Fundraiser in New York City
Musicians and dancers provided entertainment during The Velykden Fundraiser in New York City on Saturday, April 23, 2022. Showtime started at 2pm. Cast: dancer Alisa Egorova, singer Oleg Kolomyits, musician Igal Balaban, dancer Sergiy Tsiganok, musician Elina Karokhina.
Thursday, April 14th, 2022, Festival of Nations at the Chattanooga State Community College, Chattanooga, Tennessee
Dancers and musicians of Ukrainian Dancers USA team provided one hour performance of Ukrainian traditional and popular dancing and music during International Festival Of All Nations at the Chattanooga State Community College in Chattanooga, Tennessee on Thursday, April 14th, 2022 from 10am to 1:30pm. Exact address of the venue: Chattanooga State Community College, 4501 Amnicola Highway, Chattanooga, TN 37406. Dancers and musicians explained to the students about Ukraine and its culture and provided Ukrainian folk dance workshop in the end of the formal performance.
04-14-2022, International Festival at the New Jersey Institute of Technology, Newark, New Jersey
Dancers and singers Alexander Rudoy, Vladimir Nikitin, Nika Hunko, Olga Chpitalnaia, Valentina Kvasova performed Ukrainian folk dances and songs during Multicultural International Festival on Thursday, April 14th, 2022 at the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) CTR Campus Center Atrium, 150 Bleeker Street, Newark, New Jersey 07102. The title of performance was "Ukrainian Dancers USA – Tribute To Ukraine".
04-14-2022, Chattanooga State Community College, Chattanooga, Tennessee
Dancers and musicians of Ukrainian Dancers USA team provided one hour performance of Ukrainian traditional and popular dancing and music during International Festival Of All Nations at the Chattanooga State Community College in Chattanooga, Tennessee on Thursday, April 14th, 2022.
April 13th, 2022, Northeast State Community College, Blountville, Tennessee
Two separate performances during Fun Around the World international event at the Northeast State Community College in Blountville, Tennessee on Wednesday, April 13th, 2022 (12pm and 7pm). The company of four performers presented program of Ukrainian dancing and music. Both performances took place in the same location - the Auditorium on the Blountville Campus (2nd Floor Student Services Building). During both programs the auditorium was packed with students and adults. Students participated in Ukrainian dance workshop in the the end of both performances.
Saturday, April 9th, 2022, Norfolk Public Library, Norfolk Historic District, Connecticut
One hour show titled "CELEBRATING UKRAINE" of traditional Ukrainian dancing and music was presented by Ukrainian Dancers USA (www.cossack.us) and Nadiya Ukrainian Dancers of New Jersey. The show took place at a beautiful Great Hall with wooden floors and a cathedral ceiling of the Norfolk Library located at 9 Greenwoods Rd E., Norfolk Historic District, CT 06058. Twelwe dancers performed the show.
Wednesday, April 6th, 2022, Clarion University in Clarion, Pennsylvania
3 dancers and 1 musician performed one hour show on the campus of the Clarion University in Clarion, Pennsylvania on Wednesday, April 6th, 2022 during Celebration of Nations Cultural Night 2022 event. Exact address of the venue: Clarion University, 840 Wood Street, Clarion, PA 16214.
March 3, 2022. World Gala in Naples, Florida (Club at Mediterra)
Six dancers and two musicians of the company performed one hour concert on Thursday, March 3, 2022 during World Piece Gala in Naples, Florida at the Club at Mediterra. Performance was dedicated to the World Piece.
Four male dancers (Konstantin Tulinov, Serhiy Tsyganok, Vladimir Nikitin and Alexander Rudoy) performed during Ukrainian wedding in Washington, D.C. Company provided surprise performance for the Groom (born in Ukraine) from his friends.
10-13-2018, Freeport Concert Association, Freeport, Long Island, New York
06-30-2018, Hyatt Regency Hotel, Cleveland, Ohio
Two dancers and two musicians performed Pidmanula, Hopak and dance with guests during wedding reception at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in downtown Cleveland, Ohio on Saturday, June 30th, 2018.
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