Abay . National Academic Opera and Ballet Theater

The theater started construction in 1934 and officially opened its first operation in 1941.Located in the city center of Almaty, the theater is like a bright star in the sky of Kazakh culture and art. The first impression of visitors is a massive building with unique Italian architectural features, especially the interior of the theater is decorated with traditional handicrafts imbued with nomadic culture. Eastern.

Named after Abay, a famous composer of Kazakhstan with a capacity of nearly 800 spectators, the theater is a place to promote the art of Kazakh opera and ballet to international friends. The theater is a pride of the country music scene. Having undergone several renovations, today the theater is considered a typical example of Almaty's architecture.

The performances at the theater are extremely unique, a delicate combination between traditional art and the trend of the times. The theater used to be the venue for more than 40 classical Opera and Ballet productions from Kazakhstan and European countries, including Romeo & Juliet, Giselle and Swan, Turandot, La Traviata and Aida. With a team of talented artists and ballet dancers, the theater also organizes tours in Asia, Europe and America, contributing to promoting the arts of Kazakhstan in particular and of Central Asia in particular. shared.

If you are a real lover of Opera and Ballet art or simply want to try the feeling of enjoying this subject in a cozy art space, then Abay National Academic Opera and Ballet Theater is an option. your pick at Almaty. You can check out the performances as well as the theater's updated schedule at the website www.gatob.kz