Artist Residency Showcase

For Imagine 2025, we are proud to welcome two exceptional artists as our festival residents.

Ksenia Parkhatskaya is an internationally acclaimed dancer, choreographer, singer and actress, best known for her distinctive solo jazz and Charleston style, which has garnered over 200 million views online. Trained in ballroom, modern jazz and theatre, she has toured the world teaching and performing her original work in more than 35 countries.

David Duffy is a celebrated musician and composer, renowned for his versatility across genres. A gifted multi-instrumentalist, he brings a spirit of collaboration and innovation to his work, whether performing, leading workshops, or composing new music.

Together, their residency will bring music and movement into dialogue, exploring improvisation, rhythm and storytelling through workshops and performances. Their time in Waterford culminates in a special Residency