In the words of critics

“The one bright spot was the suave, cheerful performing of Andrei Kisselev, a former member of the Moiseyev State Ensemble and a “Riverdance” veteran.”

“A significant stretch of its running time is devoted to a series of dances, vigorously performed here by Andrei Kisselev and Yana Volkova.”

“Scene-setting dance interludes — choreographed in authoritative quasi-folk Moiseyev Dance Company style by Andrei Kisselev — were perhaps the best part.”

“Choreographed by Andrei Kisselev for himself and Yana Volkova, who intertwined beautifully.”

“The dancers, Andrei Kisselev and Yana Volkova, gave the occasion its liveliest and most authentic-seeming moments.”

“The duo’s handsome costumes were the most explicitly exciting work of designer Ildikó Debreczeni.”

“The only bright spots were Kevin Thompson’s sonorous Old Gypsy and a flashy turn by Andrei Kisselev as a flamboyant gypsy dancer.”

“NYCO, back in business and boasting first-rate dancing along with the singing.”