DESNA places importance in character and playful numbers. It’s not just dancing, but also acting. It’s important to depict the characters in the dance. —Yuri Grekov, Artistic Director.

The DESNA Ukrainian Dance Company of Toronto is dedicated to the advancement of learning and perpetuating the spirit of Ukrainian dance and culture.

DESNA nurtures potential with its wide repertoire of folk, classical and character dances from various regions of Ukraine and other cultural backgrounds.