As part of a joint project with the Central State Archive of Film, Photo, and Sound Documents (CSAFPSD KR), which is part of the Archive Service of the KR, AKIpress presents a series of archival photographs titled "It Was Recently, It Was Long Ago." This material is dedicated to the life and everyday life of the Kyrgyz people.
In Kyrgyzstan, a republican competition for young manaschy was held, organized in honor of Topchubek Turgunaliev. This event became part of the implementation of the presidential decree "Uluu Dem – World Heights". According to the Ministry of Culture, the competition consisted of two stages, where participants were selected by tickets. Young manaschy from all corners of the country participated, showcasing their skills in performing the epic "Manas".
According to the Ministry of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy, the order dated November 20 appointed Kıybat Berdalieva as the director of the children's music school named after M.I. Glinka, located in the city of Manas. The new director began her duties based on an employment contract that includes a three-month probation period, as reported in the Ministry of Culture's press release.
The Ministry of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy has announced the completion of the development and approval of a collection of documents concerning the organization of library collections in public libraries across the country. According to the Ministry of Culture, this new package of documents was created taking into account the current legislation in the field of library activities and aims to standardize processes related to the formation, accounting, storage, and use of library
On December 6, an author concert dedicated to the 70th anniversary of Muratbek Begaliev will take place at the National Opera and Ballet Theater named after Abdylas Maldybaev. He is a People's Artist of Kyrgyzstan and a laureate of the Toktogul State Prize. According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, at this event, the audience will be able to enjoy popular works by the composer, as well as performances by prominent musicians from the Kyrgyz musical scene.
On November 28, the premiere of the play "Semetey" took place at the National Center for Asian Culture, located in the Korean city of Gwangju. This bilingual performance, presented in Korean and Kyrgyz, was prepared by a creative team that brings together Korean and Kyrgyz artists and is executed in a modern format. According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, the performance was attended by high-ranking guests, including the First Deputy Minister of Culture,
On February 18, the presentation of the book "Manaschylar" took place at the National Theater "Manas," which includes biographies and stories about 150 manaschy who have existed over the past five centuries. The initiator of the book's creation was the manaschy and director of the theater, Nurbek Talantbekov. In the book, the names of the manaschy are presented in chronological order, and the manaschy Rysbay Isakov additionally adorned their stories with poetry. Rysbay
Today, the Jalal-Abad Regional Drama Theater named after Barpy announced its event program for December. On December 2 at 10:00, a charity event dedicated to the International Day of Persons with Disabilities will take place. The event will be held at the Barpy Theater;
As part of a joint project with the Central State Archive of Film, Photo, and Sound Documents (CSAFPSD KR), which is part of the Archive Service of the KR, AKIpress presents a series of archival photographs titled "It Was Recently, It Was Long Ago." This material highlights aspects of "The Everyday Life of the Kyrgyz."
A new mural dedicated to the famous writer Chinghiz Aitmatov has been installed at the Russian Drama Theater named after him, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. The new mural features Aitmatov's famous quote: "Art is the eternal tale of man about man."
On November 28, the 42nd meeting of the Permanent Council of TURKSOY, an international organization for the culture of Turkic peoples, took place in the city of Aktau, Kazakhstan. The press service of the Ministry of Culture of Kyrgyzstan shared information about the event. The meeting was chaired by the Minister of Culture and Information of Kazakhstan, Aida Balayeva, while the Deputy Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy of Kyrgyzstan, Askaraly Madaminov, was present.
In Aktau, Kazakhstan, the 42nd meeting of the culture ministers of the states that are part of the international organization TURKSOY took place. The Deputy Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy Askarala Madaminov participated in it. According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, Aktau was declared the cultural capital of the Turkic world for the year 2025. The city has prepared a series of events aimed at strengthening cultural integration among Turkic states.
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.
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
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
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.
As part of a joint project with the Central State Archive of Film, Photo, and Sound Documents (CSAFPSD KR), which is part of the Archive Service of the KR, AKIpress presents archival photographs in the series "It Was Recently, It Was Long Ago." This photo is dedicated to the everyday life of the Kyrgyz people.
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.
As part of the collaboration with the Central State Archive of Film, Photo, and Sound Documents (CSAFPSD KR), which is part of the Archive Service of the KR, AKIpress presents a project titled "It Was Recently, It Was Long Ago," in which archival photographs are published. In today's issue, we will explore the theme "Everyday Life of the Kyrgyz."
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.
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
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
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.
In December, the B. Kydykeeva Young Spectators' Theater will present a variety of performances: On December 4 — "Paper Airplane Letters" (author — E. Schmidt, director — A. Kachkynbek kyzy) in the small hall at 18:30.
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.
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
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
In the city of Manas, located in the Jalal-Abad region, a memorandum of cooperation was signed between the National Academy "Manas" and the local mayor's office. This important initiative was announced by the Academy "Manas." The document was signed by Nazira Aaly kyzy, the acting president of the academy, and the mayor of Manas, Ernisbek Ormokov.
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
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.
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.
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
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
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,
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
The Kyrgyz National Academic Drama Theater named after Abdumomunov has initiated a tender for the purchase of a new lighting system intended for professional theatrical performances. According to information posted on the state procurement website, the total amount allocated for this purchase is 15,816,964.2 soms.
At the National Russian Drama Theater named after Chyngyz Aitmatov, work has begun on creating a mural that will depict the famous writer. Currently, the process of artistically decorating the wall is underway.
Kanibek Sayak uulu has been appointed to the position of Deputy General Director of the A. Maldybaev Kyrgyz National Academic Theater of Opera and Ballet. The corresponding order was signed by the Ministry of Culture on November 19. According to the theater, he has over ten years of experience in the field of art and culture.
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.
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.
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.
On December 4, the international documentary film festival UmutDoc will begin in Bishkek, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. The UmutDoc initiative arose from the Umut Young Cinema forum, which was established in 2013. This forum has become an important regional platform for supporting young filmmakers from Central Asia.
On November 29, a lecture titled "Coming of Age: The Art of Sculpture in Kyrgyzstan from the Late 1950s to 1990" will take place at the Kyrgyz National Museum of Fine Arts named after G. Aitiev. According to the museum, the lecture will be conducted by art historian and senior researcher Aina Moldokmatova.
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.
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
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.
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.
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