ASTANA – Step into the city’s cultural scene through theatre, performances and music. The Astana Times editorial team has curated a special list of events perfect for enjoying with friends and family.
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Astana
“Ana Zholy” (A Mother’s Journey) musical performance, Oct. 11
The performance is a story about mothers, women and their lives. It explores the bond between mother and daughter, difficult choices and dreams that are sometimes left behind. It also touches on the words and feelings that are often left unspoken.
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Venue: Musical Theater of Young Spectators; 47B Zhakyp Omarov Street. Tickets are available here.
Symphony Music Concert, Oct. 10
The evening will bring together the sound of traditional folk instruments and a symphony orchestra. The programme offers a chance to hear familiar musical traditions in a larger orchestral setting, combining the distinctive sound of national instruments with symphonic arrangements.
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Venue: 8/1 Kuanyshbaev Street. Tickets are available here.
Non-Stop Opera, Oct. 10
Step into the world of opera and classical music with a programme featuring opera singers from Astana, Almaty and Tashkent. The evening will include excerpts from works by Rossini, Verdi, Offenbach and Bernstein.
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Venue: Astana Opera; 1 Konayev Street. Tickets are available here.
Folk Show, Oct. 11
Traditional Kazakh music meets contemporary sounds in a programme that combines folk works with world-famous hits and film soundtracks. The concert includes pieces such as “Adai” and “Makhambet” alongside music from Pirates of the Caribbean, Gladiator, Troy and other well-known works.
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Venue: Qazaqconcert; 10/1 Mangilik Avenue. Tickets are available here.
Almaty
“The Bat” operetta, Oct. 10
Johann Strauss II’s beloved operetta brings together comedy, mistaken identities and lively music. The classic story follows characters caught up in a series of romantic and humorous complications, making it a light choice for a theatrical evening.
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Venue: Abay Opera Theater; 110 Kabanbay Batyr Avenue. Tickets are available here.
Mundial Dance Cup, Oct. 10-11
Dance takes centre stage at this international competition, bringing together participants from Kazakhstan and several other countries. The programme includes Pro-Am competitions, solo performances, American Smooth and showcase performances.
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Venue: Koktobe Hall; 35 A Omarov Street. Tickets are available here.
Hockey Match, Oct. 11
Sports fans can head to the arena for a hockey matchup between HK Almaty and HK Gornyak. The game offers a chance to enjoy a live sporting atmosphere and follow the teams as they compete on the ice.
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Venue: Olympic Arena; 44/3 Abay Street. Tickets are available here.
