Actors who sheltered in Ukraine's Mariupol theatre bring story of bombing to the stage

Actors who sheltered in Ukraine's Mariupol theatre bring story of bombing to the stage

The Donetsk theatre in the city of Mariupol was supposed to be a place of safety for hundreds of civilians sheltering during the first few weeks of Russia's invasion in Ukraine. A sign bearing the word "children" was marked on the ground outside, visible from the air.

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Now, the stories of the survivors are being told in a play presented for the first time in the United Kingdom, according to Sky News.

Actors Who Sheltered In Ukraine's Mariupol Theatre Bring Story Of Bombing To The Stage - Great Yorkshire Radio

On 16 March 2022, the building was bombed. Authorities at the time said about 300 people had died, although some estimates were higher. The stories of survivors are now being recounted by actors who were among those sheltering in the theatre at the time. Mariupol Drama, a play which opens in the UK this week, features real video footage captured on their phones, and personal items saved from the rubble. Olena Bila and her partner Ihor Kytrysh, w…