Today in Toronto: Shumka at 50

Shumka at 50 Big on leaping lads in baggy pants and gals in flowered headdresses, this Edmonton company takes the dance heritage of the Ukraine and kicks it up a notch. When they break into a hopak—a traditional dance involving acrobatic kicks, spins and squats—it’s easy to imagine dressing rooms full of empty Red Bull cans. Find out more »