The Ukrainian Viktor Ishchuk (1983) says that practically all his memories, including childhood ones, are tied to classical dance. For years, Ishchuk was a soloist with the National Opera of Kyiv Ballet and, since 2011, has served as director of the Kyiv Ballet. "In 35 years, every day of my life has revolved around dance and, especially, Swan Lake. It is the most famous work in the world of classical ballet, and it is inexhaustible," says the choreographer and dancer from the foyer of the Tivoli Theatre. It is Monday, August 17th in the afternoon and the hall on Casp street has just reopened after the holiday break. Technicians and hall staff are preparing for the first show of the season, Swan Lake by the Kyiv Ballet, which will be shown from this Tuesday until August 30th.

"This concert has a big surprise in store for us. The official and definitive presentation of a new star, a favorite disciple of Joan Magriñà, Filo Feliu. A revelation not just as a promise but as a resounding reality. At fifteen years old and with only four years of study, she has placed herself in the spotlight. No precocious child. Her career is advancing steadily. She has the skills, expressiveness, figure, poise, and a technique close to matching the world's great stars. This is what dance and opera historian Alfonso Puig writes in his book Ballet and Spanish dance, Published in 1944 by Montaner y Simón. The clear and direct prose is impressive, forceful in its analysis and adjectives from one of the world's greatest experts in classical dance. He was clear: Filo Feliu was a star. A star of the Liceu Ballets, created by Joan Magriñà. A leading dancer, a leading figure.