Academic Ukrainian Theater of One Actor «Kryk»

The Academic Ukrainian Theater of One Actor Kryk is a performance venue in Dnipro where a single actor executes all artistic roles in each production. The theater offers a specialized format that focuses entirely on the skills and creativity of one performer.

Mykhaylo Melnyk founded the theater in 1989, initially presenting performances in a technical school auditorium. The company later moved to a permanent location at Zhovtneva Square, where it became an established institution.

The theater stages adaptations of classical Ukrainian literature, particularly works by Taras Shevchenko, alongside contemporary European prose performed in Ukrainian. This selection reflects the importance of Ukrainian culture and language in a venue dedicated to solo performance.

Evening performances require advance booking to secure seating in this smaller venue. The location near Zhovtneva Square makes the theater accessible from various parts of the city.

Mykhaylo Melnyk, the founder, writes the scripts, designs costumes and sets, and applies makeup for every production. This complete creative control allows an unusual unity among all artistic elements of each show.

Location: Dnipro

Inception: 1989

Founders: Mykhaylo Melnyk

Website: http://theater-krik.com

GPS coordinates: 48.46250,35.04667

Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:56