OGNISKO POLSKIE
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Presents

PRZECHADZKI - O KRAKOWIE
Walking in Krakow


Przechadzki - O Krakowie, March 27th, 2004 at the University of St. Thomas Jones Hall

March 27, 2004 Saturday 6:00pm
University of St. Thomas - Jones Hall
3800 Yoakum, Houston, Texas

By Maria Theresa


Przechadzki - O Krakowie, March 27th, 2004 at the University of St. Thomas Jones Hall

March 27, 2004 Houston, Texas - At 6:00pm, the evening started with a greeting from the Director Mrs. Malgorzata Mucha. The audience was entertained with poetry and beautiful songs rich in Polish culture and tradition. Mrs. Mucha, who organized the whole event, describes the most enchanting theatrical presentation:

"Here, the finest foods and brewed ales will nourish him, and worthy music will bring joy to his ears…"

This is how Krakow welcomed its guests according to old Polish tradition. And this is how, our dear guests, we welcome you tonight. In Houston, but within the city walls of Krakow, among the colorful bunches of flowers, amidst beautiful architecture, you will discover legends, traditions, poetry and music.


(L-R) Kasia Lindhorst, Natalia Ksiezyk, Edyta Borowiecka in Przechadzki - O Krakowie, March 27th, 2004 at the University of St. Thomas Jones Hall. Picture by Stan Aponiuk.


The beauty of Krakow will cast its unique spell on you tonight. An enchanted carriage will take you, dear viewer, with us through the streets of the city. The horse, which "had real ears", will pause quietly by Florian Street to remember the creative irony of "Words" by Krakow doctor, Boy-Zelenski, connoisseur of human souls rather than human bodies. Later, on a cold and foggy November night, we will continue our journey to reminisce about difficult times. The straw man in Wyspianski's "Wedding" will offer us a glimpse into the souls of those who strove to change the course of Polish history.


(L-R) Rafal Szoltysiuk as The man with the hat and Lukasz Hankus as the waiter and Kasia Kimmel in Przechadzki - O Krakowie, March 27th, 2004 at the University of St. Thomas Jones Hall. Picture by Stan Aponiuk.


We'll arrive on the Main Square, always full of people, song and dance; we'll listen to the hejnal (hey-now) from St. Mary's Church, and to Zygmunt's bell. The most beautiful poetry will fill our ears. We'll descend into one famous cellar bar, to pause in place and time. Boundaries between the heaven and the earth will disappear. The good ghost of master Skrzynecki will recall the warmth of his words and his music.


Dancing children in traditional Polish costumes in Przechadzki - O Krakowie, March 27th, 2004 at the University of St. Thomas Jones Hall. Picture by Stan Aponiuk.


The whole spectacle was created out of love - love for the literature, poetry, and history of My City. It was created in the memory of those who feel the same way, and for those who want to remember and listen with me. For the past several months, our wonderful 20-person cast worked hard to prepare for tonight's event, so that you, dear guests, might join us for the journey. Let's dive into the enchanting ambiance of Krakow, recalling the words of contemporary poet Krzysztof Koehler…


(L-R) Ewa Kelly as Isia and Mr. Rysiek Sienko as Chochol in the scene "Wesele" in Przechadzki - O Krakowie, March 27th, 2004 at the University of St. Thomas Jones Hall. Picture by Stan Aponiuk.


"…and the chatter began at the hour of dusk, of the towers of all the churches which are here…I lifted my eyes and slowly (it) tore through space…"



Rysiek Sienko, Rafal Szoltysik and Monika Wojtanowicz in the scene "Zielony Balonik" The Green Balloon in Przechadzki - O Krakowie, March 27th, 2004 at the University of St. Thomas Jones Hall. Picture by Stan Aponiuk.

PRZECHADZKI - O KRAKOWIE
Walking in Krakow

Rezyseria…………………….Director…………Malgorzata Mucha
Kierownik Produkcji……….Chief Producer…...Beata Manek
Dekoracje…………………..Decoration………..Paulina Gawlowska, Adam I Marek Matusz
Muzyka…………………….Music……………..Jasiu Kimmel, Dariusz Pawlas, Alex Tittel, Jan Zurawski


Rysiek Sienko sings the traditional polish song in Przechadzki - O Krakowie, March 27th, 2004 at the University of St. Thomas Jones Hall. Picture by Stan Aponiuk.

GRAJA……CAST

Malgorzata Mucha
Beata Manek
Ania Baranowska
Edyta Borowiecka
Lukasz Hankus
Eva Kelly
Olivia Kielkowski
Jan Kimmel
Kasia Kimmel
Ewa Konopka-Tittel
Natalia Ksiezyk
Eva Kulesza
Kasia Lindhorst
Wacek Mucha
Kasia McNeilly
Marysia McNeilly
Rysiek Sienko
Joasia Siwek
Piotr Skrzypek
Emilia Stepinska
Rafal Szoltysik
Andrzej Wedrychowicz
Monika Wojtanowicz

Also: A team of Catholic school dancers under the supervision of Maryli Lech


Polish Pride in Przechadzki - O Krakowie, March 27th, 2004 at the University of St. Thomas Jones Hall. Picture by Stan Aponiuk.


Rysiek Sienko sings the traditional polish song in Przechadzki - O Krakowie, March 27th, 2004 at the University of St. Thomas Jones Hall. Picture by Stan Aponiuk.

Kochasz mnie? Do you love me?

Kocham cie. I love you.

 

If you would like to be a part of The Polish Society of Houston, Inc. - Ognisko Polskie, here's an invitation from the director:

"If you like to be on stage, if you sing, dance, or if you only want to try - come join us! This is our seventh season of great theatrical adventures. It's a great course of Polish language, self-discipline and friendship. If you are interested, contact Ognisko, or call the director - Malgorzata Mucha - at (713)790-1979."


The whole cast onstage in Przechadzki - O Krakowie, March 27th, 2004 at the University of St. Thomas Jones Hall. Picture by Stan Aponiuk.

It was an enchanted evening filled with tradition, poetry and music as the audience was taken to a charming experience of a different European place and time. After the whole show, it was evident that Mrs. Malgorzata Mucha had the intense passion to preserve and display the Polish cultural tradition, of which she and the whole theatrical organization is very proud.



The director Mrs. Malgorzata Mucha greets the audience in Przechadzki - O Krakowie, March 27th, 2004 at the University of St. Thomas Jones Hall. Picture by Stan Aponiuk.


(L-R) Jasio Kimmel, Ryszard Sienko, Monika Wojtanowicz, and Emilia Stepinska and (bottom) Rafal Szoltysik during rehearsals of Przechadzki - O Krakowie.


Rehearsals of Przechadzki - O Krakowie.


Rehearsals of Przechadzki - O Krakowie.