Сonference on the problems and prospects for the development of choreographic art was held

On May 22, 2026, the Department of Culture and Arts of Kherson State University hosted the All-Ukrainian Scientific and Practical Conference “Problems and Prospects for the Development of Choreographic Art,” which brought together scholars, lecturers, choreographers, artists, postgraduate students, and students from different regions of Ukraine.

The conference addressed актуal issues related to the development of contemporary choreographic art and arts education. Participants discussed:
▫️ professional training of future choreographers;
▫️ the combination of traditions and innovations in choreographic education;
▫️ the significance of Ukrainian folk dance in preserving national identity;
▫️ current trends in ballet and stage art development;
▫️ the festival industry and its influence on choreographic education;
▫️ interpretation and creative approaches in the work of choreographers and ballet masters;
▫️ the role of dance in emotional recovery and art therapy practices;
▫️ the development of contemporary choreography, hip-hop culture, and the formation of the new-generation dancer’s personality;
▫️ the creation of a creative and immersive environment in the training of future artists.

During the plenary session, leading experts in choreography, culture, and the arts presented insightful and engaging reports.

We sincerely thank all participants for their active involvement, professional dialogue, exchange of experience, and valuable contribution to the development of choreographic art in Ukraine.

✨ The conference became an important platform for creative interaction, academic research, and the formation of new perspectives for the development of contemporary choreography.