Theatre

Diana Stein’s theatre work is a universe of its own—where the timeless meets the audacious, and every production is a spellbinding exploration of narrative, emotion, and visual artistry. As a director, performer, and scenographer, Diana crafts theatrical worlds that mesmerize and provoke, inviting audiences into spaces where storytelling transcends the expected.

 

With a repertoire that bridges national theatres and independent ventures, Diana’s productions are marked by their intensity, elegance, and a touch of mischief. From the evocative, intimate setting of Farewell Cabaret—where she also performed onstage—to the sweeping drama of classic and original works such as Hedda Gabler or Partners in Crime, she transforms the stage into a canvas of bold expression and magnetic detail.

 

Her commitment to theatre extends beyond the stage. Diana has led innovative educational projects that explore the intersection of literature, psychology, and performance, and her work with international arts organizations like ETC and IETM has fostered cultural exchange and artistic dialogue. Whether developing site-specific performances or directing national productions, her approach consistently pushes boundaries while embracing the collaborative heart of theatre.

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Directing Stage Works

 

■ Duskhaus — a music-theatre independent project (co-author, performer; 2021– archived till now).  

■ Farewell Cabaret — Ivan Franko National Theatre (director, performer, playwright, scenographer; 2020–2021).  

■ Gelsomino in the Land of Liars — Ivan Franko National Theatre (director, playwright; adapted by Diana Stein from Gianni Rodari, lyrics and play by Diana Stein; 2016–2018).  

■ Talk to Me Like the Rain and Let Me Listen — Aparte Theatre (director; Tennessee Williams; 2016).  

■ Hedda Gabler — Shevchenko National Theatre (director; Henrik Ibsen; 2015).  

■ No Pictures Expected — Les Kurbas Theatre Center (director; adapted by Diana Stein from Daniil Kharms’ The Old Woman; 2015).  

■ Partners in Crime — Shevchenko National Theatre (director; Éric-Emmanuel Schmitt; 2014). 

■ pOST bLOCK — Donkult Cultural Forum (creator, director, playwright; 2014).  

■ No Pictures Expected — Ivan Kozlovsky Art Centre of the National Operetta of Ukraine (director; adapted by Diana Stein from Daniil Kharms’ The Old Woman; 2013).  

■ The Lover — Aparte Theatre (director; Harold Pinter; 2012).  

■ Outer Life — Aparte Theatre (director; Diana Stein; 2011).  

■ The Victory — Aparte Theatre (director; Diana Stein; 2011).  

■ Experimental World — Aparte Theatre (director; adapted by Diana Stein from Pär Lagerkvist; 2010).  

■ Philip Glass Buys a Loaf of Bread — Aparte Theatre (director; David Ives; 2010).  

■ Witches' Loaves — Aparte Theatre (director, dramatization; adapted from O. Henry by Diana Stein; 2010).  

■ Music of Spring Performance — Aparte Theatre in collaboration with A La Ru (director; dramatisation by Diana Stein; 2009).  

■ Anomia — Aparte Theatre (director, dramatization; Diana Stein; 2009).  

■ Play — Aparte Theatre (director; Samuel Beckett; 2008).  

■ Hello, This Is Max Speaking — Aparte Theatre (director, dramatization; adapted from Hanoch Levin by Diana Stein; 2008).  

■ Doll Play — Aparte Theatre (director, dramatization; Diana Stein; 2008).  

■ Paper Street — Aparte Theatre (director, dramatization; adapted from M. Tias by Diana Stein; 2007).  

■ All My Sons — Ivan Franko National Theatre (associate director; Arthur Miller; 2017).  

■ Alice’s Travel to Switzerland — Ivan Franko National Theatre (associate director; Lukas Bärfuss; 2017).  

■ Sanation — Ivan Franko National Theatre (associate director; Václav Havel; 2016).  

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