Astana

Behind Scenes at Astana Opera: Celebrating Artisans Who Make Magic Happen

By Dana Omirgazy on 16 November 2025

ASTANA — Astana Opera hosted “Rigoletto” on Nov. 5-6, the famous opera by Giuseppe Verdi, filled with complex characters – the old hunchback, the cynical Duke, and innocent Gilda. Remarkable artists Medet Chotabayev and Sayan Issin made their debuts as the Duke of Mantua. While audiences admire the brilliance...