The Ukrainian people have made a spirited effort to preserve their cultural heritage. There are several outdoor museum villages which display buildings, craft, and living conditions of the past century. Folk dancing and music festivals are often held with
traditional, regional music and costumes.
The theater scene in Ukraine is pretty lively. Performances are mostly in Russian or Ukrainian. The Kyiv Opera House is the home to many opera and ballet companies of considerable talent and with extensive repertoires. Government subsidies make opera and theater broadcasts less expensive.
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