– In 2025, the theater presented six premiere productions to audiences: “Mahabbatym Sen” (written by Zh. Aliken, directed by B. Sultangazy), “The Circle” based on Bertolt Brecht’s work (directed by U. Kabyl), “Küy” based on the work of A. Kekilbayev (directed by N. Zhumaniyazov and T. Meiramov), “Qumqala” (production supervisor — Zh. Chaikina), “Romeo and Juliet” (directed by U. Bayaliyev), and “Anna Karenina” (directed by R. Makhatayev).
– In honor of the 180th anniversary of Abai Kunanbayuly, special poetry video projects featuring theater actors were produced in collaboration with the “Abai.tv” channel, along with the documentary film “The Working Person” dedicated to backstage staff members.
– A special performance of the poetic drama “Mukagali” was staged in celebration of the birthday of Mukagali Makatayev.
– During the “Breath of Kalleki” theater parade organized for International Theatre Day, the expert jury awarded the following honors: Merited Worker of Kazakhstan Nurken Oteuil received the “Theater Veteran” award, actor Anuar Bektas — “Best Actor,” Merited Artist of Kazakhstan Zhanat Chaikina — “Best Actress,” actor Margulan Namenov — “Rising Star,” actor Bazil Sultangazy — “Best Supporting Actor,” actress Ayauzhan Malgazhdarova — “Best Supporting Actress,” and actress Mayra Omar, holder of the “Qurmet” Order, received the Special Jury Prize. According to audience voting, Nurken Oteuil won the “Best Actor” award, State Youth Prize “Daryn” laureate Akmaral Tanabayeva received “Best Actress,” and the play “Karagoz” was recognized as “Best Performance.”
– Merited Worker of Kazakhstan Asylbek Kapaev and State Youth Prize “Daryn” laureate Akmaral Tanabayeva successfully passed an international casting selection and performed in the international production “Two Women in Paris” in Seoul, South Korea. The production was directed by Ra Jin-Hwan and aimed at strengthening cultural ties among Kazakhstan, South Korea, and Russia.
– Young theater employees were provided with housing.
– As part of the Days of Culture of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the Russian Federation, the play “Parasat Maidany” was staged at the Maly Theatre in Moscow.
– On the occasion of the Day of Culture and Arts Workers, theater employees were awarded the “Excellent Worker of Culture” badge, the “Qurmet” Order, and certificates of honor. On Republic Day, several artists and staff members received the “For Distinguished Labor” medal, the title “Merited Worker of Kazakhstan,” the Order of “Barys” III degree, and the title “People’s Artist of Kazakhstan.”
– As part of collaborative creative projects, the theater carried out large-scale partnerships with the national clothing brand “Tarbie” and the “Zhado” fashion house.
– Theater actress Abenova participated in the II Educational Session of the International Acoustic School.
– The theater toured the cities of Pavlodar, Kokshetau, and Almaty, presenting performances such as “Melody of a Fairytale Night,” “At 7 PM,” “Shamshi,” “Karagoz,” “Woyzeck,” “The Marriage of Figaro,” and “Parasat Maidany.”
– In September, the theater participated in the II Republican Festival of Young Directors in Almaty with the performance “Shenber” (“The Circle”), where director Ulan Kabyl received a special festival award. In addition, the performance “Parasat Maidany” was presented as a special guest production at the III International TURKSOY Theater Festival in Aktau.
– The theater’s symphony orchestra and folk instruments ensemble presented concert programs including “Melody of the Universe,” “Spring Harmony,” “Spirit of Victory,” “The Nation’s Dignity — The Constitution,” “Songs of Memory,” a concert dedicated to Tchaikovsky, and “Jas Time – A New Direction.” The symphony orchestra also performed a high-level concert together with Chinese soloist and Grand Prix winner of Europe and Asia, Wang Qiqian.
– In 2025, the theater staged 251 performances as part of its repertoire and welcomed a total of 65,464 spectators.
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