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"Antre" - a circus on stage!

Circus! How much joy, happiness, and magic is contained in this word, along with bright childhood memories. Of course, each of us loves the circus in our own way. But performances in this genre are not only a multi-hour program under the dome of a famous building in the very center of the capital, but also, undoubtedly, spectacular performances by creative groups in various corners of the country. Today, we would like to introduce our readers to the wonderful circus performers. Cheerful clowns

17.12.2015, 23:12

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The Russian Drama Theater Celebrates Its 80th Anniversary

On that evening, all performances were canceled. On December 12, all admirers of theatrical art were invited to a unique event dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the State National Russian Drama Theater named after Chinghiz Aitmatov. In the lobby, guests were greeted by an exhibition that showcased the brightest performances of the past decades. From the photographs on the stands, People's Artists smiled down at the audience, and the yellowed posters seemed to invite them back to the

17.12.2015, 22:42

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The City That Is Out of Focus

In the flow of our endless tasks, we rush from home to work, then to visit friends, and back home again. Every day we move through the same streets, paying no attention to our surroundings. Thus, the city itself remains out of our focus. An initiative group decided to engage the citizens and guests of the capital in exploring Bishkek itself.

17.12.2015, 22:12

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To the Mourner by Science

The second half of the outgoing 2015 year, in addition to the elections for a new composition of the Jogorku Kenesh, was marked by heated discussions in scientific and quasi-scientific circles about the state of science in the republic as a whole and the fate of the Academy of Sciences in particular. There were even proposals to abolish the Academy. However, everything ended with a productive compromise. The authorities agreed that the Academy should be preserved as the highest state scientific

17.12.2015, 21:57

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In Kyrgyzstan, the screening of the Kazakh film "Region 13" has been banned.

In Kyrgyzstan, the criminal drama "Region 13," filmed in Kazakhstan and discussing the revolutions in Kyrgyzstan and Ukraine, has been banned from being shown. The decision to prohibit the screening of this film was made by the October District Court of Bishkek.

17.12.2015, 15:03

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In Kyrgyzstan, the best amateur vocalists have been chosen.

In Bishkek, at the "Studio 247" venue, the second amateur vocalist competition "I Can't Keep Quiet" concluded last Saturday, December 12. Participants had the opportunity to showcase their talent to professionals, receive recommendations for talent development, and win pleasant prizes. The final featured fifteen soloists of varying ages and experience levels. From little Alexandra Sannikova, who decided to delight the audience with her singing once again, to already

15.12.2015, 15:51

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In Kyrgyzstan, the second amateur vocalists' contest "I Can't Keep Silent!" will be held.

Kyrgyz singing enthusiasts have the opportunity not only to showcase their talents in karaoke but also on a big stage. On Saturday, December 12, the final of the amateur vocalist contest 'I Can't Keep Silent' will take place. The audience will enjoy performances of modern and classical compositions in various languages, participants will affirm their status and receive memorable prizes, and producers will discover new 'stars'. The founder of 'I Can't Keep

10.12.2015, 12:39

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An Artist from Kyrgyzstan Illustrated a Book by the Renowned Kazakh Poetess Raushan Burkitbaeva-Nukenova

“What’s the use of a book if there are no pictures or conversations in it?” – notes Alice in the cult work of Lewis Carroll. And as practice shows, a well-designed and illustrated artistic publication is favored not only by children but also by adults. As they say, aesthetics in art has not been canceled by anyone. During the London literary festival “Open Eurasia and Central Asia book forum and literature festival,” which took place from November 6 to 9, a collection of poems by Kazakh

07.12.2015, 17:15

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Writer Eva Ally criticized Kyrgyzstanis for not reading her books.

Kyrgyz writer Eva Alli, the author of the novel "Asian Wild Orchid," has removed her books from bookstores in Bishkek. On her Twitter page, she explained her actions by stating that "myrki" (a derogatory term used in Kyrgyzstan for uncultured, marginal people) do not read her books. Eva Alli also reported that she had planned to sell 1 million copies of her adventure-comedy novel "Asian Wild Orchid," but her intention did not materialize. She blamed the

04.12.2015, 14:27

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Music of Victory!

On the eve of the Kyrgyz audience, the Ensemble of Song and Dance of the Central Military District delighted with wonderful concerts. The events took place in Kant and Bishkek. The organizers of the creative meetings were the leadership of the CSTO airbase "Kant" and the military attaché's office for defense issues of the Russian Embassy in the Kyrgyz Republic.

03.12.2015, 20:51

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In a United Family!

The end of the year is a time for summarizing results and holding various festivals. The day before, a grand gala concert took place at the Toktogul Satylganov National Philharmonic of Kyrgyzstan, featuring representatives from various diasporas living in our country. More than 200 artists aged from 5 to 80 took to the stage, proving that one can shine with talent at any age.

03.12.2015, 20:39

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The opera "Eugene Onegin" will be shown in Bishkek.

On December 13, the Kyrgyz State Opera and Ballet Theater will present the opera 'Eugene Onegin', dedicated to the 175th anniversary of the birth of the great Russian composer P. I. Tchaikovsky. 'Eugene Onegin' is one of the most beloved Russian operas among our people. This is not only because this work combines the genius of A.S. Pushkin and P.I. Tchaikovsky, but primarily due to the truthfulness, sincerity, and emotional depth of the music. Tchaikovsky drew from

02.12.2015, 11:15

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The results of the "Blagovest-2015" festival were summarized in Bishkek.

Last weekend, the International Festival of Slavic Art "Blagovest 2015," blessed by Bishop Daniil of Bishkek and Kyrgyzstan, concluded in Bishkek. Approximately 300 groups and performers showcased the art of Slavic peoples to the audience in Kyrgyzstan for free. "Blagovest" was first held in 2005. It began as a talent competition for CIS countries with a Slavic theme, but over time it evolved into a festival of Slavic art due to organizational challenges in maintaining it

24.11.2015, 14:54

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A Prose Writer from Kyrgyzstan Recognized as the Best Young Writer of the CIS

Bishkek writer Artyom Hegai has been awarded the first prize in the "Prose" category of the International Literary Competition "Russian Speech," organized by the Public Chamber of the Russian Federation and the International Public Fund "Russian Peace Fund," timed to coincide with the Year of Literature. The solemn award ceremony for the winners took place on November 10 at the A.S. Pushkin State Museum in Moscow. - Our competition is primarily aimed at preserving

20.11.2015, 13:03

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At the Piano with Schumacher

A grand concert by the German pianist Kai Schumacher took place in the Great Hall of the National Philharmonic. He performed well-known classical pieces as well as rock compositions arranged for piano. The concert was organized by the German Embassy in Kyrgyzstan and became a significant gift for music lovers.

19.11.2015, 21:00

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Kyrgyzstani Alexander Zelichenko won a prize in a literary competition in the United Kingdom.

Writer from Kyrgyzstan, police colonel Alexander Zelichenko took second place in the literary competition "Open Eurasia and Central Asia book forum and literature festival – 2015," which took place from November 6 to 9 in London. Zelichenko received the prize for his work "The Snake Pit." This was reported by the representative of the London festival in Central Asia, Zhibek Beishenalieva. Two other representatives from Kyrgyzstan also received prizes in this competition. In

19.11.2015, 12:09

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The Kyrgyz Epic "Manas" Will Be Translated into the Bashkir Language

The bearers of the Bashkir language will be able to familiarize themselves with the masterpiece of Kyrgyz oral folk art, the epic 'Manas'. This was reported by representatives of the National Academy of Sciences of Kyrgyzstan. According to the Academy of Sciences, during a working trip of a professor from the Ufa Scientific Center to Kyrgyzstan, a long-term cooperation agreement between the two institutes was signed. The scholar noted during the signing of the agreement that a

18.11.2015, 13:48

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Writer from Kyrgyzstan Artem Khegai became the best prose writer of the international competition "Russian Speech"

Bishkek writer Artem Hegai took first place in the 'Prose' nomination at the International Literary Competition 'Russian Speech', which was organized by the Public Chamber of the Russian Federation and the International Public Fund 'Russian Peace Fund' as part of the Year of Literature. – First of all, the competition is aimed at preserving and promoting the Russian language abroad. Because our culture and language will always remain a connecting link between our

16.11.2015, 13:33

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Such "Grooms"!

The State National Russian Drama Theater named after Chinghiz Aitmatov constantly delights art lovers with remarkable performances, and often domestic audiences have the opportunity to see plays by other well-known troupes. The day before, thanks to the Center for Organizing and Conducting Events "ART Face," actors from the Moscow Independent Theater arrived in Bishkek. The artists brought with them the production "Grooms," based on Nikolai Vasilyevich Gogol's play

12.11.2015, 21:12

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"Brides" in Bishkek

On November 10, the premiere of the play "The Suitors" by the Moscow Independent Theater will take place at the Chingiz Aitmatov Russian Drama Theater. The director of the play is People's Artist of Russia Vladimir Steklov. The Russian troupe of actors was invited to Bishkek by the event organization center "Art Face," which allows Kyrgyz theatergoers to see their favorite Russian actors live on our stage.

05.11.2015, 21:57

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What the Sculptor Dreams Of…

Life often brings surprises and dramatically changes its direction. Despite the fact that a person may not have an education in a particular field, they unexpectedly discover a talent within themselves that becomes the focus of their life. A similar case occurred with weightlifting coach Vladimir Merzlyakov, who became a sculptor. Once, not being a member of the Union of Artists of the Kyrgyz Republic, he worked in creative groups on state orders - he was the executor of stone monuments to

05.11.2015, 21:33

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Askar Akayev Received the Gold Medal of Nobel Prize Laureate Simon Kuznets

Former President of Kyrgyzstan Askar Akayev became the recipient of the gold medal of Nobel Prize laureate Simon Kuznets during the international scientific congress "Globalistics - 2015," dedicated to the 70th anniversary of the United Nations. The scientific congress took place from October 26 to 28 at Lomonosov Moscow State University. More than 700 scientists from 50 countries participated in its proceedings. The participants discussed issues of globalization, intergovernmental

04.11.2015, 10:57

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Kurmanbek Bakiev presents his new book about Kyrgyzstan in Minsk.

On October 22, a presentation of the new book by the fugitive president of the Kyrgyz Republic, Kurmanbek Bakiev, titled "Pain, Love, and Hope: My Kyrgyzstan," will take place at the Victoria-Platinum Hotel in Minsk. It is noted that the ex-president of Kyrgyzstan's book is written in the genre of journalism. In addition to the presentation of the literary novelty, there will also be a meeting between Bakiev and journalists followed by a reception.

26.10.2015, 10:54

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The son of the head of the KR, Kadyirbek Atambaev, developed Lev Gumilev's theory of passionarity.

Scholar Kadyrbek Atambaev, the son of Kyrgyz President Almazbek Atambaev, has released a monograph titled "Theory of Nations: Theory of Economic Passionarity," in which he develops the ideas of the renowned cultural scientist Lev Gumilev. The publication was released in Bishkek with a print run of 500 copies. – The author interprets the theory of passionarity by Lev Gumilev, which has gained widespread acceptance among scholars in recent decades, in his own way, projecting it onto

23.10.2015, 15:12

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Dance, dance!

For the first time in Kyrgyzstan, the Indian dance troupe "Natya STEM Dance Kampni" presented their dance program. The concert took place in the Great Hall of the Toktogul Satylganov National Philharmonic, supported by the Embassy of India in the Kyrgyz Republic. The hall was full, which served as further proof that Indian culture is highly valued in our country.

22.10.2015, 22:00

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The Blues of a Lonely Butterfly

Blues is music that tells about freedom, separation, love... But above all, it is about loneliness... It is lyrics bordering on depression... That is why the play is called "The Blues of a Lonely Butterfly." In the role of the "butterfly," the famous actress from Russia, Natalia Varley, appeared before the audience in Bishkek. Thanks to the event organization center "Art Face," the play from the Independent Moscow Theater "The Blues of a Lonely Butterfly"

22.10.2015, 21:33

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The Second International Opera Arts Festival named after Bulat Minzhilkiyev has concluded in Bishkek.

The music festival was dedicated to the 75th anniversary of the birth of the outstanding Kyrgyz opera singer. Over the course of eight days, four opera performances were presented on the stage of the A. Maldybaev Kyrgyz National Opera and Ballet Theater: "Aida," "Rigoletto," "Il Trovatore" by Giuseppe Verdi, as well as Mozart's "Don Giovanni." Guests and residents of the capital were treated to performances not only by the best voices of Kyrgyzstan

19.10.2015, 18:18

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Marina Shipulina: The Most Grateful Audience in Kyrgyzstan!

The appearance of this incredibly beautiful singer on stage always evokes a storm of applause and admiration from the audience. Marina Shipulina captivates her fans at first sight and with the first verse of the songs she performs. Her repertoire includes hundreds of compositions in various languages of the world and dozens of diverse images. The artist simply loves experiments and is ready to surprise every day. Her love for classical music has accompanied Marina throughout her life, and she

15.10.2015, 20:30

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Classics Under the Open Sky

A unique open-air festival "TENGRI music" took place in Bishkek. For European countries, such concerts are a good tradition, while for Kyrgyz art lovers, this event was held for the first time. Despite the rain and chilly wind, a large number of spectators gathered in Victory Park named after D. Asanov. It is worth noting that the guests dressed appropriately, with some even wearing bow ties. Passersby slowed their pace, and the beautiful music drew all park visitors together.

14.10.2015, 23:36

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The Legendary Nikitins

The concert of Tatiana and Sergey Nikitins "To the Music of Vivaldi" took place at the Toktogul Satylganov National Philharmonic of Kyrgyzstan. Tickets were sold out long before the long-awaited day. That evening, there was not a single empty seat in the hall, and the philharmonic administration even had to set up additional chairs so that all fans of the legendary artists could enjoy the concert.

14.10.2015, 22:54

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The Colorful Dreams of Ivan Ledenyov

When meeting this incredibly talented person, one cannot help but recall the well-known song by Konstantin Nikolsky, "My friend the artist and poet...", but Ivan Ledenev is also a composer and the creator of several popular domestic rock bands.

14.10.2015, 22:21

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Former Minister of Culture of Kyrgyzstan Sultan Raev presents his novel in London

The novel by the former Minister of Culture of Kyrgyzstan, Sultan Raev, titled "Kara," will be presented in London during the International Literary Festival and Book Forum "Open Eurasia and Central Asia Book Forum and Literature Festival – 2015." Sultan Raev's novel "Kara," which has already been awarded the "Best Novel of 2014" prize, is currently the author's main work. The former minister worked on this book for about 20 years. According to

09.10.2015, 13:40

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A unique almanac featuring works by authors from Central Asia has been published.

A unique literary almanac "Creative Commonwealth" was presented in Bishkek, which includes works by participants of the Third International Literary Festival and Book Forum "Open Eurasia and Central Asia book forum and literature festival – 2014". The compilers of the collection report that the book presents works of both major and minor genres, embodying the mentality of various ethnic groups, the traditions of national culture, transmitted into the Russian cultural and

08.10.2015, 20:50

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The II International Small Forms Theater Festival "Impulse" will open in Kyrgyzstan.

Preparations are underway in Bishkek for the II International Theater Festival of Small Forms 'Impulse'. From September 9 to 13, artists from Kyrgyzstan, Ukraine, Russia, Sweden, and Lithuania will present their fairy tales and monodramas on the stage of the Arsen Umuraliev Bishkek City Drama Theater. - The main goal of the International Festival 'Impulse' is to integrate Kyrgyz theatrical art into the global space. We want to unite peoples through the means of theatrical

08.10.2015, 20:00

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Kyrgyz Yurt: From Ancient Times to the Present Day

On September 4, the III World Festival of Epic Poetry of the Peoples of the World kicked off in the capital of Kyrgyzstan, with representatives from 15 countries participating. Guests were welcomed with the traditional hospitality of the Kyrgyz people: dozens of yurts were set up in the center of Bishkek, their doors open to everyone. Our correspondent visited the ethnovillage and learned about the ancient customs preserved under the roofs of the traditional Kyrgyz dwelling. For the Kyrgyz

08.10.2015, 19:35

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The first outdoor classical music festival will be held in Bishkek.

The first classical music festival "TENGRI music festival" will take place in Bishkek under the open sky. The event will feature outstanding Kyrgyz and foreign musicians. The festival starts on September 19 at 16:00 in the "Southern Gates" park. Admission is free. Residents of Bishkek and guests of the capital will witness performances by Kazakh tenor and winner of the Delphi Games Sayan Isin, pianist from Kyrgyzstan and laureate of international competitions and festivals

08.10.2015, 18:50

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In Kyrgyzstan, the legendary "Globus" will stage "Hamlet"

On November 7, a performance of Shakespeare's 'Hamlet' will take place in Bishkek, presented by the British theater 'Globe'. This was reported by the British Embassy in Kyrgyzstan. – We are pleased to inform you that on November 7, 2015, the Globe Theatre (London) will come to Bishkek with their production of Hamlet as part of their world tour! The performance will be held at the T. Abdykadyrov Kyrgyz Drama Theatre, and tickets will be free! We will inform you later

08.10.2015, 17:35