Zhanin Theatre to Embark on a Tour Across Several Cities in Kazakhstan
The Zhanin Shymkent City Academic Kazakh Drama Theatre will embark on a tour of several cities across Kazakhstan in October. The tour will begin in Karaganda, followed by performances in Astana, Aktau, Zhanaozen and Atyrau. The main purpose of the tour is to introduce audiences in different regions to the theatre’s repertoire, promote the cultural and spiritual heritage of Shymkent, and strengthen creative ties between theatres. With a history spanning almost a century, the Zhanin Theatre has made a significant contribution to the development of professional Kazakh theatre. As part of the tour, audiences will have an opportunity to see several productions from the theatre’s repertoire. The tour will begin on October 7 in Karaganda. The drama “Tastamashy, Ana!” will be staged at the S. Seifullin Karaganda Regional Academic Kazakh Drama Theatre. Through the stories of children who have found themselves in difficult circumstances, the production explores family values, compassion and responsibility. The lives of children brought together in an orphanage intertwine into a single story. The play is based on real events. Following Karaganda, the theatre troupe will travel to Astana. On October 8, 9 and 10, the artists of the Zhanin Theatre will perform at the A. Mambetov State Theatre of Drama and Comedy. The capital’s programme will feature two productions — the drama “Tastamashy, Ana!” and the musical drama “O, Qala.” The latter is dedicated to the life and creative work of singer and composer Erzhan Serikbayev. Through music, the production tells the story of the artist’s life and creative journey, while exploring themes of love and longing. On October 14, the tour will continue in Aktau at the N. Zhanturin Mangystau Regional Musical Drama Theatre. On October 15, “Tastamashy, Ana!” will be presented at the Palace of Culture of Oil Workers in Zhanaozen. On October 17 and 18, the Zhanin Theatre will perform in Atyrau at the Makhambet Utemisov Academic Kazakh Drama Theatre. Tickets for the performances are available through Ticketon.kz. The tour will contribute to cultural exchange between the regions and give audiences in different cities an opportunity to discover the Zhanin Theatre’s repertoire.
Residents of the city
On April 25, 2026, the Republican campaign “tree planting and cleaning” will be held in Shymkent within the framework of the environmental program “Taza Kazakhstan”. The purpose of this event is to protect the environment, improve the ecological and environmental situation of settlements, create a culture of compassion for nature and ecology among the population, as well as develop a comfortable environment of the city. The campaign will be organized on the territory of Arboretum, Park named after A. Askarov. During the event: – planting trees, – cleaning the territory, – cutting down dead branches of trees and restoration work is carried out. We invite residents of Shymkent, entrepreneurs, teams of institutions and organizations, as well as AK and active youth to participate actively in this action! Let’s form a green, clean and picturesque city together! “I’m sorry,” I said.
The University of Culture and Arts will be established in Shymkent, and the opera and Ballet Theater will be built.
Deputy prime minister-minister of Culture and information of the Republic of Kazakhstan Aida Balayeva held a meeting on the establishment of the University of Culture and Arts in Shymkent. This project will be implemented within the framework of the instructions of the head of state Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to the Ministry of Culture and information and the akimat of Shymkent during his working visit to the metropolis. The meeting was attended by akim of Shymkent Gabit Syzdykbekov, representatives of the Ministry of Culture and information of the Republic of Kazakhstan, local executive bodies, contractors, as well as AK, M. The leadership of the Euezov Ontustik Kazakh research university took part. During the meeting, Aida Balayeva heard the reports of the participants on the implementation of a large-scale project. The place of Higher Education will be established on the basis of the Faculty of Culture and art of the Ontustik Kazakh research university named after M. Euezov. According to the plan, 6 faculties, 17 departments and 46 educational programs for Bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral studies will operate at the University. The main priority is given to the training of technical personnel in film and television, animation, media management, digital, design, scenography and other areas. More details, shymkala.kz you can get Oki from the site.
The premiere of the new play “191” took place at the Shymkent city Theater of humor-Syktyvkar.
Koyym, which at first seemed to give a light smile, was distinguished by its mazmun, which gradually led the viewer to thought. The title of the performance is based on Article 191 of the Criminal Code. This is a robbery, that is, a hungry seizure of someone else’s property. Director Berik Yerbatsha was able to bring this topic to the stage and show what the consequences of a momentary decision in a person’s life can be. The story unfolds inside a simple apartment. At first, everything was familiar: a funny story, a household situation, a light joke. The viewer is also Fifty, sitting freely on it. But over time, it is felt that there is a different meaning behind that smile. Er the action of the hero, the weight of each word begins to Baikal. The cast was close to the viewer, imbued with images from life. Kaisar Akhmetov showed a confident, conscientious character. “Taxi driver”, played by kazybek Euelbek, is a familiar image of a person who is used to justifying his actions under various pretexts. Galymzhan Kapparov told the owner of the apartment that at some point everything can change. The female characters, played by Leila Kenzhehan and Akmaral Suleimenova, are sincere and sincere in the story. And the cat named Monsika, played by Umsynai Bazarbayeva, had the impression that she was watching the situation on stage without hesitation. Coy makes in one breath. The back of his head was empty. “”I’m not sure, “said the man,” but I’m not sure.” The idea that erkim is responsible for his actions is palpable. The name “191” is not just a Zan article, but it makes it clear that every action in a person’s life does not remain unanswered. This work, presented by the director of the theater, gives the viewer a touching thought, conveying in simple language the current problems of society.
Kazakh writer Mukhtar Shakhanov died
The outstanding poet, playwright, public figure, hero of Labor of Kazakhstan Mukhtar Shakhanov was ahead of Dunie at the age of 84. Mukhtar Shakhanov-Kazakh, who added immeasurable ules to the literature of Zangar Tul. He devoted his humyr to creativity, the spirituality of the nation, and left a rich Mura, which was an example for later urpakka. His works have been published in more than 50 languages of the world.