What is the best thing that I love about my work?

For 14 years now I have been living, dancing, in the literal sense of the word…I often have breakfast and lunch on the floor in the lotus position, practice stretching and dancing individually, or with a group in the dance hall. Or—even like this—close my eyes, turn on the music, and dance in my mind. My dancing almost every day protects me from a bad mood, helps me solve problems, and teaches me to be strong. But, unfortunately, this is not a panacea. In situations of acute crisis, for example. But I’m still searching. And this fills me up a lot.

What is my idea of happiness?

I don’t think there is a perfect recipe for happiness. But passion for a certain activity can be a key. A key that unlocks your value and self-sufficiency, gives you a positive attitude, and gives you a somewhat fabulous lifestyle.

What is my greatest fear?

Throughout my life, I carry my main fear—the fear of being alone…without the man I love. But it was in dance that I found the answer to this question.And I have already shared this discovery with my friends. They are delighted.It would take a long time to explain. If you are interested, please write to me.

What is the trait that I most deplore in myself?

Lack of self-confidence.This has been going on since childhood. But thanks to dancing, I have almost overcome it.

Which living persons in my profession do I most admire?

Most of all I admire my first choreographer from Kyiv (Ukraine)—Petro Naku. He gave me the world of contemporary dance, my favorite dance style.His amazing talent as a performer, choreographer, and teacher is comparable for me to the dance legends of our time.

What is my greatest extravagance?

I started dancing at 33 and decided to make it my profession at 46.

On what occasion would I lie?

In the name of salvation or spiritual support of a person.

What is the thing that I dislike the most in my work?

Money. I hate money. I hate money in general. I know it’s an exchange of energy between people. But I really hate it. I would like to dance for free for people. That’s my dream. But the question arises—where to get money for life? Now I’m looking for an answer to this question…

When and where was I the happiest in my work?

I danced a few dances with my little daughter as a duet. She was 6, then 10, then 12, and so on. We created choreography together, and it was amazing.

If I could, what would I change about myself?

Self-confidence, even if it borders on overconfidence.

What is my greatest achievement in work?

It is very touching for me that I have worked and work with children as a choreographer. And I also lead a group of adults. I really want to share my knowledge now.

Where would I most like to live?

For me, this is a very painful question, a question without an answer. Because of the war in my beloved country and because I am now in Europe to ensure the safety of my children.

What is my most treasured possession?

My children and my family. Children will always come first for me.

What is my most marked characteristic?

A dancing maniac))), very romantic and very down-to-earth at the same time, in love with the world, with people, with children, with dance…

What is my most inspirational location, in my city?

In my native Kyiv—the embankment of the Dnieper River and the Podil district.

In my city now – Zierikzee (Netherlands)- central square and old port.

What books influenced my life, and how?

Nicholas Sparks “Notebook.”. I created a dance inspired by the book and the film of the same name for a dance festival.

And now I am living a story in my personal life, similar to the story of the actress, Ellie…

You Only Die Once. What music would I listen to on my last day?

Music of the wind, sea, cries of birds, sounds of animals. Music of the evening in the park in the center of Kyiv (Shevchenko Park)

Who is my hero or heroine in fiction?

Girl from children’s movie “Ballerina(Leap!”) A girl who desperately fulfilled her dream. Selflessly and passionately, making mistakes, admitting mistakes, falling, and getting up again.

Which movie would I recommend to see once in a lifetime?

“Pina. Dance of Passion”

What role do stories play in my life and work?

Stories from my own life and the lives of people around me are the main source of inspiration for my dancing.

There is nothing better than the endless variety of love options on Earth.Love and its diversity are always the main themes of my choreographies. Love gives birth to dance. Dance heals love. It is complex; it is deep, at the level of the universe of the soul.

What do the words ‘You are the storyteller of your own life’ to me?

Dancing is the only thing in my life that I chose myself. The rest of my activities and priorities were created by my parents.But thanks to dance, I feel support both literally (when I move barefoot on the floor in dance) and figuratively (psychological support in the crazy pace of life today).

Who is my greatest fan, sponsor, partner in crime?

This is my lovely biggest friend, Denis. For now, the only man in my whole life who can talk to me, listen to me, and understand me and my dancing.

Which people or companies would I like to work with?

I would like to get an education, work, and communicate with the faculty of Dance Move Therapy at Codarts University (Rotterdam, Netherlands). And I would really like to study with the wonderful teacher Petro Naku (Kyiv).

What project am I looking forward to work on?

I’m going to do a dance where I’m going to dance like a man. In men’s clothes and a wig.

Where can you see me or my work?

On my YouTube channel, on social media: Instagram, Facebook, TikTok.

What do the words “Passion Never Retires” mean to me?

I want and will dance until my last breath…

Which creative heroines should Peter invite to tell their story?

Famous ukrainian dancers and choreographers: Svetlana Vechirka, Petro Naku, and dancer, choreographer Praveen Sahoo. Dancer, choreographer Tatyana Tovkach.

How can you contact me?

You can reach me on my Instagram account @nadyagalagan.

Here is a link to my latest work.