Franko Theatre Honored the Memory of Scientists Killed by the Russian Attack a Year Ago

Honoring the Memory of Olesia Sokur and Ihor Zymu

According to Главком: The Ivan Franko National Academic Drama Theatre honored the memory of scientists Olesia Sokur and Ihor Zymu, who died as a result of the Russian attack a year ago. This tragedy occurred on January 1, 2025, when the couple was killed by debris from a drone that struck their home in the Pechersk district of Kyiv.

Olesia Sokur and Ihor Zymu were regular patrons of the Franko Theatre. On the day of their death, they planned to attend the performance 'Natalka Poltavka.' This loss deeply affected not only their close friends and family but also the entire theatrical community.

Sympathy of the Theatre

The Ivan Franko National Academic Drama Theatre expressed its condolences, stating:

“A year ago, Russia killed good friends and regular patrons of our theatre.” - Ivan Franko National Academic Drama Theatre

In the memory of the theatre, Olesia and Ihor will always be remembered, as reflected in the saying: “Eternal memory to Olesia and Ihor.”

Honoring the memory of Olesia Sokur and Ihor Zymu emphasizes the tragedy faced by Ukrainian society during the war. This event also reflects the importance of cultural life in times of conflict, as the theatre remains a space where the community can gather and honor the memory of the fallen. The loss of such individuals, who were active participants in cultural life, serves as a painful reminder of the cost of war for every Ukrainian.