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The Bishkek Drama Theater will present a New Year’s performance "Doctor Aibolit"

From December 23 to 28, the A. Umuraliev Bishkek City Drama Theater will host a New Year's performance "Doctor Aibolit." According to the theater's information, after the performance, there will be a show for the audience, including parents and children, near the New Year tree featuring characters such as Grandfather Frost, the Snow Maiden, and other fairy-tale heroes.

29.11.2025, 10:11
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At the IZO Museum, a lecture titled "Curatorial Experiments in Contemporary Art of the 2000s" will take place.

The National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev has announced a lecture titled "Curatorial Experiences in Contemporary Art of the 2000s," according to information provided by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. As part of the initiative "Mobile Library: Kyrgyzstan," artists Gulnara Kasmalieva and Muratbek Jumaliev will share their curatorial projects implemented in the 2000s, as well as discuss international contemporary art exhibitions that took place in

29.11.2025, 04:42
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In honor of the 100th anniversary of the M.V. Frunze Memorial House-Museum, the first chess tournament will be held.

On December 6, the Memorial House-Museum of M.V. Frunze will host the first chess tournament dedicated to the 100th anniversary of this institution. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. According to the press service, chess played a significant role in the life of Vasily Frunze's family, contributing to both the intellectual and physical development of his children. Mikhail Frunze was devoted to this game throughout his life, and chess became an

29.11.2025, 04:10
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The Historical Museum will host the exhibition "Valley of Winds" by Danil Usmanov

On December 4, the National Museum of History will open the exhibition "Valley of Winds," organized by Danila Usmanov, as reported in the press release from the French Embassy. This photo exhibition highlights the fates of families from the Batken region, where children are under the care of relatives because their parents have gone abroad for work. The project involves local kids who were trained by a photographer and took their own photographs.

28.11.2025, 21:22
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On the 20th Anniversary of the Osh Regional Museum of Fine Arts Named After Turgunbay Sadikov, a Book is Presented

In December of this year, a presentation of a book dedicated to the 20th anniversary of the Osh Regional Museum of Fine Arts named after Turgunbay Sadikov will take place, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. This publication covers the history of the museum's founding, its key stages of development, and its significance for the artistic culture of southern Kyrgyzstan.

28.11.2025, 20:55
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The operator of the film "Kara Kyzyl Sary," Talant Akynbekov, became a laureate of the "Diamond Butterfly" award.

The director of photography Talant Akynbekov, known for his work on the film "Kara Kyzyl Sary," was awarded the "Diamond Butterfly" prize, established by the Eurasian Academy of Cinematic Arts in the category of "Best Cinematographer." As reported by producer Altynai Koichumanova, this award features an exquisite statuette of a butterfly, created by artist Yuri Cooper, whose wings are inlaid with diamonds.

28.11.2025, 18:45
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Training on Updated Anti-Corruption Legislation Conducted for Museum Staff

At the M.V. Frunze House Museum, training was held for museum staff regarding changes in anti-corruption legislation. The event was organized by the Commissioner for Anti-Corruption Prevention, F. Azhibaev. The main goal of this training was to clarify the provisions of the law "On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts in the Field of Counteracting Corruption" No. 209, which came into force on December 31, 2024. This initiative was implemented as part of the plan of the Ministry of

28.11.2025, 16:05
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Construction of the public cultural center in Kara-Kuldja continues

In the Kara-Kulja district of the Osh region, the creation of a public cultural center is progressing at an active pace. The project is being funded by the Stabilization Fund, which has allocated 150 million soms for its implementation. According to information from the Ministry of Construction, construction work began on July 7, 2025. Currently, finishing works are actively being carried out inside the building, as well as the decoration of the facade and landscaping of the adjacent area. The

28.11.2025, 16:01
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In Almaty, a presentation of the musical "Jamila" based on the work of Ch. Aitmatov took place.

On November 26, in Almaty, at the Republic Palace, the long-awaited premiere of the musical "Jamila," based on the work of the famous author Chinghiz Aitmatov, took place. This event was made possible by the Kyrgyz National Philharmonic named after T. Satylganov, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. This production was organized in accordance with the decree of the President of Kyrgyzstan to celebrate the centenary of the outstanding writer.

28.11.2025, 12:10
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The National Library of Kyrgyzstan and the Scientific and Technical Library of Russia Signed a Cooperation Agreement

The National Library named after Alikula Osmonov and the State Public Scientific and Technical Library of Russia signed an agreement on joint activities during the international conference LIBCOM-2025. The press service of the Ministry of Culture reported that the document was signed by the director of the National Library of Kyrgyzstan, Eldar Attokurov, and the acting general director of the Scientific and Technical Library of Russia, Natalia Mikhalchenkova.

27.11.2025, 16:41
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<b>“The History of the Manaschi”:</b> The Story of the Manaschi Akun Tash Uulu

On February 18, a presentation of the book "Manaschylar" took place at the National Theater "Manas," covering the biographies and life stories of 150 manaschy who have created works over the past 500 years. This project was implemented by manaschy and the theater's director, Nurbek Talantbekov. In the book, manaschy are presented in chronological order, and their stories are complemented by poems created by Rysbay Isakov. He is also known for entering the Guinness Book

27.11.2025, 16:00
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Kyrgyz ballet artists will visit Spain as part of a large tour across Europe

From December 8 to 23, the artists of the National Academic Theater of Opera and Ballet named after A. Maldybaev will embark on a tour in Spain. This will be the theater's first experience performing in Europe, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. Residents of Zaragoza, Calpe, Riba-Roja de Ebro, Xàtiva, Alicante, La Nucia, and Gandia will be able to enjoy classical works such as "Swan Lake" and "The Nutcracker" (composer P. Tchaikovsky), as well

27.11.2025, 15:37
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The Kydykeeva Theater for Young Audiences held a private screening of the play "Arabaev - Seven Days" for school directors.

On November 26, the Bakken Kydykeeva Young Spectator Theater organized a closed showing of its new play "Arabaev - Zheti Kun," which was attended by about a hundred middle school principals. The participants of the event noted the importance of this initiative, as it was dedicated to recognizing the contributions of the first educators, led by Ishenaly Arabaev, to the development of statehood. The goal of the showing was also to strengthen the interaction between the educational

27.11.2025, 09:46
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Black Friday — Limited Edition Tie Collection at Great Prices

On November 29, a grand sale will begin — "Black Friday." On this day, prices are significantly reduced, providing an opportunity to purchase goods at the best offers. Among the promotional items will be a limited collection of ties, which has already won the hearts of many residents of Kyrgyzstan. Designers drew inspiration from the iconic symbols of the country: the ak kalpak, boz uy, and tündüka.

27.11.2025, 09:19
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"Hollywood - Asia": Dwayne Johnson in "The Crushing Machine": The Story of a Champion Who Fights Not Only in the Ring. Interview with Asel Sherniyazova

Interview with Dwayne Johnson by Asel Sherniyazova In "The Crushing Machine," the story revolves around Mark Kerr, an iconic figure in the world of MMA, highlighting not only his sporting triumphs but also the challenges he faced in his personal life. Dwayne Johnson takes on a role that is significantly different from his usual portrayal of an invincible hero, depicting a man who, despite his achievements in the ring, struggles with a complex internal battle.

26.11.2025, 22:07
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Vladimir Putin Played the Komuz

On November 26, during his official visit to Kyrgyzstan, Russian President Vladimir Putin tried his hand at the komuz—a traditional three-stringed musical instrument. This event was captured by the Kremlin's press service. During the cultural program of the visit, Putin showed interest in this instrument and began to ask questions about it. Minister of Culture Mirbek Mambetaliev explained that the komuz was in front of the president, after which he asked a musician, who was off-camera, to

26.11.2025, 21:48
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In Osh, a street, monument, and museum dedicated to the Kazakh poet Abai Kunanbaev have been opened

In Osh, a ceremony was held to mark the opening of a street, a monument, and a museum dedicated to the outstanding Kazakh poet and thinker Abai Kunanbayev. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. The solemn event was attended by the Deputy Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy Askaraly Madaminov, the Minister of Culture and Information of Kazakhstan Aida Balayeva, the mayor of the city of Osh Jenishbek Toktorbaev, as well as representatives of

26.11.2025, 11:16
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The Abdraev Music Boarding School Celebrates Its 60th Anniversary. Photos

The Republican Special Music Secondary School-Boarding School named after M. Abdrayev celebrated its anniversary, marking 60 years since its founding. This became known thanks to the press service of the Ministry of Culture. The ceremony took place on November 25 at the Toktogul Satylganov National Philharmonic and gathered many honored guests, including the Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy Mirbek Mambetaliev and a representative of the President's Administration,

26.11.2025, 09:58
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The Minister of Culture of Kazakhstan visited the "Sulaiman-Too" museum complex in Osh

With a working visit to Osh, the Minister of Culture and Information of Kazakhstan, Aida Balayeva, arrived. The delegation also included the Consul General of Kazakhstan in Osh, Mukhtar Karibay, and representatives of local authorities. They familiarized themselves with the National Historical and Archaeological Museum Complex "Sulaiman-Too." According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, the delegation was accompanied by the Deputy Minister of Culture, Information, and

26.11.2025, 09:40
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An event against gender violence took place at the National Historical Museum

An event dedicated to the global 16-day campaign against violence towards women took place at the National Historical Museum, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. Representatives from various agencies attended the event, including the Ministry of Culture, the Ministry of Labor, the Ministry of Digital Development, as well as diplomats, international organizations, law enforcement agencies, and local authorities.

25.11.2025, 16:36
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The VII International Forum of Women Directors will be held in Osh

From December 2 to 5, the main building of Osh State University and the "Semetey" cinema will host the VII International Film Forum of Women Directors. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture of Kyrgyzstan. The forum will be dedicated to the work of Gulsara Azhybekova, a People's Artist of Kyrgyzstan, as well as programs aimed at the development of mountain regions and the celebration of International Mountain Day.

25.11.2025, 16:32
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The closing ceremony of "Aktau – Cultural Center of the Turkish World 2025" will take place in Aktau.

On November 28, the ceremonial conclusion of the year "Aktau – Cultural Center of the Turkish World 2025" will take place in the city of Aktau, Kazakhstan, following the 42nd meeting of the Permanent Council of TURKSOY. The press service of the Ministry of Culture announced this event. On that day, the dance group "Shattyk" from Kyrgyzstan will arrive in Aktau, along with other performers who are preparing for the concert.

25.11.2025, 16:19
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The land plot of the Naryn Drama Theater has been returned to the state, - Ministry of Culture

The state has returned a land plot that was previously under the management of the Naryn Regional Academic Musical Drama Theater named after Muratbek Ryskulov. This information was announced by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. The area of the plot is 0.15 hectares, and it is located at: Naryn city, S. Orozbak street, 45/g. The estimated value of the land is about 33 million soms.

25.11.2025, 12:58
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A working trip on the protection of historical and cultural heritage took place in Kum-Döbö

On November 22, a working trip dedicated to the protection and study of medieval historical monuments took place in Kum-Döbö, located in the Kochkor district of the Naryn region. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. The delegation included State Secretary Marat Imankulov, Minister of Culture, Information and Youth Policy Mirbek Mambetaliev, as well as the head of the Department for Policy Development, Monitoring, and Reform Analysis of the Presidential

25.11.2025, 12:53
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How the Opening of Indian Film Days in Kyrgyzstan Went

The opening ceremony of the Indian Film Days in Kyrgyzstan took place on November 21 at the T. Abdumomunov Kyrgyz National Academic Drama Theater. According to the Ministry of Culture, Information and Youth Policy of the Kyrgyz Republic, important guests at the event included the Ambassador of India, Berender Singh Yadav, and the Director of the Department of Cinematography, Talant Tolobekov.

25.11.2025, 12:53
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The 1979 film by Algimantas Vidugiris, which uncovered traces of an unknown civilization at the bottom of Lake Issyk-Kul, has been digitized.

In 1979, the artistic-documentary film by Algimantas Vidugiris titled "Report on the Legend" was released, which became iconic due to its discoveries at the bottom of Lake Issyk-Kul. Recently, the film has been digitized. From 1976 to 1979, a team led by Vidugiris conducted a unique expedition aimed at finding a sunken city. During the research, traces of a previously unknown civilization that existed 2,500 years ago were discovered.

25.11.2025, 12:45
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The Historical Museum of Kyrgyzstan and the Grodekovo Museum of the Khabarovsk Territory will cooperate

A meeting took place in Bishkek between Zhyldyz Bakashova, the director of the National Historical Museum of Kyrgyzstan, and Ivan Kryukov, the general director of the Grodekovo Museum of the Khabarovsk Territory, who is also the chairman of the Council of the Russian Historical Society and a candidate of historical sciences. The main goal of Kryukov's visit was to develop inter-museum cooperation. According to information provided by the Ministry of Culture, the participants in the

25.11.2025, 12:12
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A Cultural IT Center Opened in the City of Sulukta. Photo

On November 21, a ceremony was held in Sulyukt for the opening of a cultural center named after Ubada Saburova, a renowned public figure. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. High-ranking guests attended the event, including Deputy Minister of Culture and Youth Policy Marat Tagaev, the presidential representative in the Batken region Aibek Shamenov, as well as the akim of the Leilek district Zhenishbek Asylbek and the mayor of Sulyukt Bolot Abdyjaparov. Also among

25.11.2025, 11:57
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The 36th meeting of the CIS Youth Affairs Council took place in Astana.

On November 20, another, already the 36th meeting of the Council for Youth Affairs of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) took place in Astana. According to the Ministry of Culture, delegates from Kyrgyzstan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, as well as representatives of basic youth organizations and the Executive Committee of the CIS participated in the council's work.

25.11.2025, 11:32
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At the Art Dialog forum, a resolution aimed at the development of vocational education was adopted.

On November 21, the Art Dialog forum was held at the National Historical Museum, where leaders of vocational education institutions gathered to discuss the most important issues in this field. As a result of the forum's work, a resolution aimed at the development of the vocational education sector was adopted. According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy, representatives from various government structures participated in the event, including the

25.11.2025, 10:12
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In the village of Chon-Dobo, a cultural center for 250 seats will be built in the Jumgal district.

In the Naryn region, a tender has been announced for the development of project and estimate documentation for the construction of a cultural center in the village of Chon-Dobo, located in the Jumgal district. This initiative is from the Naryn regional office of capital construction under the Department of Housing and Civil Construction. According to information posted on the government procurement portal, the new cultural center will accommodate up to 250 people.

24.11.2025, 14:49
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The Chuy Theater Celebrated the 75th Anniversary of Asylkyul Nabieva

On November 22, a solemn event was held at the Chui Regional Theater of Musical Drama and Satire named after Sh. Termechikov, dedicated to the 75th anniversary of the People's Artist of Kyrgyzstan Asylkul Nabiyeva. As part of the celebration, a documentary film dedicated to Nabiyeva's life and work was presented, and the premiere of a new play by the theater titled "Kün avtoportraitin tartıp bütö elek" ("The Sun Has Not Yet Finished Drawing Its Self-Portrait") took

24.11.2025, 13:59
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"Archive Photo." Two Young Pamir Kyrgyz, 1914

As part of a partnership project with the Central State Archive of Film, Photo, and Sound Documents (CSAFPSD KR, which is part of the Archive Service of KR), AKIpress presents a series of archival photographs titled "It Was Recently, It Was Long Ago." This material focuses on the theme "Everyday Life of the Kyrgyz."

24.11.2025, 09:07
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The Mukash Abdrayev Music School Celebrates Its 60th Anniversary

The Republican Specialized Music School-Boarding School named after Mukash Abdrayev is preparing to celebrate its 60th anniversary. The anniversary concert ceremony will take place on November 25 at 15:00 in the Great Hall of the Kyrgyz National Philharmonic named after Toktogul Satylganov. Participating in the concert will be the symphony, folk, wind, and chamber orchestras of the school, as well as the choir. The audience will be able to enjoy both classical and national works performed by

21.11.2025, 22:52
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The Secretary of State participated in the presentation of the book "Forty Knights of Manas"

State Secretary Marat Imankulov participated in the presentation of the new edition of "Forty Knights of Manas" [Kyrk Choro], prepared by the National Academy of "Manas". This event was part of the implementation of the decrees of President Sadyr Japarov regarding the creation of conditions for the in-depth study and popularization of the Kyrgyz epic "Manas" and its significance for the national spirit.

21.11.2025, 14:06
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A concert will be held in Bishkek to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the M. Abdrayev Music Boarding School.

On November 25, a concert dedicated to the 60th anniversary of the Republican Secondary Special Music School-Internat, named after Mukash Abdrayev, will take place at the Toktogul Satylganov National Philharmonic. According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, the anniversary concert will feature the institution's symphony orchestra, as well as folk instrument orchestras, violin ensembles, komuz players, and temir ooz komuz players, along with a choral group.

21.11.2025, 10:39