Maiia Harbuziuk (1965–2023) in Memoriam

Abstract

This text celebrates the legacy of Maiia Harbuziuk, a distinguished Ukrainian theater critic and scholar who recently passed away before her time. The article highlights her significant contributions to theater studies and her unwavering commitment to promoting Ukrainian theater on the global stage. The author reflects on Maiia Harbuziuk’s academic achievements in the field of Shakespeare studies, including her work on the Ukrainian reception of Hamlet. She discusses the scope of Harbuziuk’s work—academic research, cultural exchange, and the organization of a Ukrainian Shakespeare Festival among many others—in all of which Maiia Harbuziuk excelled, leaving an indelible mark on Ukrainian culture and the world of theater.

Keywords

• Maiia Harbuziuk
• Shakespeare
• «Hamlet»
• Ukrainian theater studies