Abstract
The paper examines the foundations and specifics of how modern Ukrainian composers introduced and applied folklore and ritual elements in opera librettos. In the researchers’ focus are the texts of the librettos Kateryna, Terrible Revenge, Embrodiered King of Ukraine and Night, on the basis of which which composers O. Rodin, Ye. Stankovych, A. Zahaikevych, and M. Kolomiets created original musical and theatrical works. The librettos and the stage versions of opera performances under review give sufficient grounds to clarify and outline the main principles used in introducing folklore and ritual elements into performances, and provide an opportunity to determine how these principles impacted the contents, imagery and poetics of stage works. In conclusion, it is noted that national folklore is an important factor in the creation of modern Ukrainian opera, tapping into which not only testifies adherence to traditions but also opens up new horizons for innovation in musical and theatrical creativity.
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