- Full name – Iryna Grigorivna Vitovska-Vantsa
- Date of birth – December 30, 1974
- City – Ivano-Frankivsk (Ukraine)
- Activity – theater and film actress, producer, public figure
Becoming an artist
Irma Vitovska is a Ukrainian theater and film actress, producer and TV presenter, public figure, Honored Artist of Ukraine. Irma Vitovska, whose real name is Iryna, was born in Ivano-Frankivsk in a young family. When her parents were only 18 and 20 years old, a significant part of her upbringing fell on the shoulders of her grandparents, who laid the foundation for the character of the future star of the stage.
At the same time, the parents also actively supported the development of their daughter - they taught her to read at the age of four, took her to clubs and encouraged her creative curiosity. The family had no doubt since childhood: they had an artist with bright charisma in front of them. At school, Irma easily transformed, copied people, played roles and instantly captivated the audience's attention.
Despite her obvious talent, in her youth Vitovska was seriously interested in history and archeology. The girl tried three times to enter the history department of the Vasyl Stefanyk Precarpathian National University, until she heard a phrase that changed her life vector - they say, with such temperament and inner fire, her place is not among the archives, but on the stage. It was then that acting became her own choice. Irma moved to Lviv and entered the Lviv State Music Institute, where she received education as a drama theater actress, forming her own style and professional endurance.
Creative path
In her fourth year, the actress decided to take a decisive step - she went to Kyiv to the Berezil festival. There, Vitovska was noticed by the creative team of the Kyiv National Academic Young Theater, who offered cooperation. This theater became a permanent stage and a living space for creativity for Irma, where she grew together with the team, discovered new genres and built deep contact with the audience.
Irma Vitovska's film debut took place in 2000 with the main role in Oles Yanchuk's film "Unconquered". But real popularity came after the comedy series "Lesya + Roma", which turned the actress into a recognizable star and significantly expanded her audience. Later, Vitovskaya organically integrated into the television industry - she worked as a presenter, trainer, participated in vocal and entertainment shows, demonstrating versatility, lively energy and the ability to keep the audience's attention outside the theater stage. Her presence in the media only strengthened her recognition and popularity, without devaluing the depth of her acting work.
Roles in the theater
Irma Vitovskaya, in collaboration with the troupes of the Young Theater, the Golden Gate Theater, and the Frankivsk Drama Theater, played many bright roles:
- “Baby” (Lulu / Christine);
- “Kaydashi” (Melashka);
- “The Wizard of the Emerald City” (Ellie);
- “Cunning and Love” (Miller’s Wife);
- “Stalkers” (Grandmother Prisya);
- “How to Raise a Man at Home”;
- “Kyivskaya Perepicka” and others.
Filmography of the actress:
- “Unconquered”;
- “Lesya + Roma”;
- “Dad for Rent”;
- “The Crooked Mirror of the Soul”;
- “The Sniffer”;
- “Two Mothers”;
- “The Gate”;
- “My Thoughts Are Quiet”;
- “The Crazy Free”;
- “The Taste of Freedom” and others.
Social Activity and Civic Position
A separate and extremely important layer of Irma Vitovska’s life is charity. The actress is an active participant in pro-Ukrainian initiatives, participated in the events of the Revolution of Dignity, publicly supported Ukrainian political prisoners and systematically participated in social programs.
The actress has been working for many years with projects aimed at helping children and people experiencing pain and loss, and also supports the army. In this context, Irma Vitovska's creativity goes beyond the stage and turns into a tool for real action - through performances, art projects, charity collections and personal initiatives.
Awards and distinctions
The recognition of Irma Vitovska's professional level is confirmed by numerous awards. The role of Baba Prisi in the play "Stalkers" brought her the theater award "Kyiv Pectoral". And the image of the same name in the film "The Gate" - the highest cinematic awards. In particular - "Kinokolo" and "Golden Spinning Top". This is a unique case when the same character received awards in theater and cinema.
The actress also received strong recognition from the audience and critics for her role in the film "My Thoughts Are Quiet", which brought Vitovska the "Golden Duke" of the Odessa International Film Festival and established Irma as one of the strongest actresses of her generation.
