Photos by Evgeny Kraws

A grand premiere marking the 125th anniversary of the Lviv National Opera — Solaris was brought to life on its historic stage as a visionary fusion of dance, music, and scenography.

In this contemporary ballet adaptation of Stanisław Lem’s Solaris, I was responsible for both the scenographic concept and costume design. My work focused on translating the psychological and philosophical depth of the story into visual language — exploring themes of memory, forbidden knowledge, and the blurred boundary between reality and illusion.

Creative Team:

• Composer: Oleksandr Rodin
• Libretto: Vasyl Vovkun
• Conductor / Music Director: Ivan Cherednichenko
• Choreographer & Director: Kateryna Kurman
• Scenography & Costume Design: Svitlana Reinish
• Lighting Designer: Oleksandr Mezentsev
• Costume Designer’s Assistant: Zhanna Maletska
• Assistant Scenographer: Yaroslav Bryn