Theatrical Events
February 7. Ballet "The Fountain of Bakhchisarai"
The action of the ballet takes place in the Bakhchisarai Palace at the marble fountain created in memory of "sorrowful Maria." The main character, Khan Girey, immerses himself in thoughts of love. This performance, written by Boris Asafyev, is based on the poem by Alexander Pushkin.
Kyrgyz National Academic Theater of Opera and Ballet named after Abdylas Maldybaev, 17:00.
February 7. Tragicomedy "Three Sisters"
The main characters are three sisters: Olga, Masha, and Irina, who strive to return to Moscow, facing the dark reality of provincial life.
State National Russian Drama Theater named after Chingiz Aitmatov, 18:00.
February 8. Opera "Eugene Onegin"
The opera "Eugene Onegin" consists of lyrical scenes written by Pyotr Tchaikovsky to the libretto of Konstantin Shilovsky, based on the eponymous novel in verse by Alexander Pushkin.
Kyrgyz National Academic Theater of Opera and Ballet named after Abdylas Maldybaev, 17:00.
February 8. Play "Dolls"
Senor Pygmalion, an outstanding puppeteer, arrives from Broadway in Madrid with dolls that look alive. Local actors, frightened by the competition, begin to doubt their future if the dolls truly surpass them in art.
State National Russian Drama Theater named after Chingiz Aitmatov, 18:00.
Exhibitions and Fairs
February 7-8. Permanent Exhibitions of the Museum
The museum features permanent exhibitions of painting, graphics, sculpture, and decorative applied arts. They can be visited daily, except on Mondays.
Kyrgyz National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev, 11:00-18:00.
January 23— February 25. Exhibition "Another Landscape. Art, History, Ecology"
The exhibition includes works of painting and graphics from museum collections, as well as works by invited artists. The exhibition analyzes how landscape has been represented in art from 1940 to the period of independence, including photo and video works.
Kyrgyz National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev, 11:00-18:00.
February 6-22. Exhibition "Theory and Practice"
The art space presents works by well-known designers and students studying in the faculties of decorative applied arts, graphics, ceramics, and jewelry.
Kyrgyz National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev, 11:00-18:00.
February 1-22. Exhibition by Nuryana Kartanbaeva "Karandai"
The word "karandai" in the Kyrgyz language symbolizes sincerity, purity, strength, and natural integrity — these qualities help to understand the works of the artist.
Art Gallery "Artmemo", 10:00-18:00.
February 5-15. Exhibition "First Layer"
The exhibition includes the best student works of graduates from the painting department of the Kyrgyz State Art School named after Semen Chuykov, created in various techniques and genres.
Gallery "Oak Park", 10:00-17:00.
Concerts and Film Screenings
February 7. Event "Kakidzome"
Participants will be able to write their wishes and enjoy a cultural program that includes origami, Japanese games, a concert, refreshments, and much more. Kakidzome is a time for silence and concentration, when intentions for the new year are formulated through brush and ink.
Kyrgyz-Japanese Human Development Center, 13:30.
February 7. Film Screening
The philosophical film by Jaco Van Dormael "Mr. Nobody" will be shown.
Chingiz Aitmatov Cinema House, 13:00.
February 7. Audio Performance "Spirit of the City"
Discover Bishkek through the eyes of 12-year-old girl Lu, who meets the spirit of her hometown for the first time.
Maxim Gorky Square, 13:00.
February 7-8. Film Screening "Voice of Hind Rajab"
The film, based on real events that occurred during a military operation in Gaza, tells the story of a child's voice caught in a difficult situation where time and human responsibility play a key role.
Alatoo Cinema, 15:00.
February 7-8. Organ Music Concert
The program "To the Music of Vivaldi..." includes instrumental concerts adapted by Johann Sebastian Bach for organ. Honored Artist of Kazakhstan Gabit Nesipbaev will perform on stage.
Kyrgyz State Philharmonic named after Toktogul Satylganov, 18:00.
Lectures and Master Classes
February 7. Art History Lecture
The topics of the lecture include Dutch and Flemish art. The lecturer will be art historian and art manager Akjibek Beishebayeva.
Kyrgyz National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev, 12:00.
February 7. Presentation of the Environmental Fairy Tale "The Shining Mountain"
The program includes performances from Bishkek Art School and curators of the exhibition "Another Landscape," as well as a screening of the animation "The Shining Mountain" and a presentation by Altyn Kapalova on creating children's books.
Kyrgyz National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev, 15:00.
February 8. Batik Technique Master Class
Batik is an ancient fabric painting technique that allows you to create unique items with your own hands, even if you have no drawing experience. Registration by phone 0774888444.
DC Dari, 13:00.
For Children
February 7. Master Class on Making Berry Millefeuille
Children will be able to create, learn, and enjoy the process. They will prepare berry millefeuille. Registration by phone 0558193333.
Café "Clever", 15:00.
February 7. Children's Show
February will be full of joy and smiles for children and the whole family. This week features the show program "Sweet World".
Children's Recreation Center "Tash-Rabat", 16:00.
February 7-8. Performances "Snow People" and "Kar Baldar"
A play about the adventures of a boy and a girl made of snow who set out to find the sun to help their new friends.
Kyrgyz State Puppet Theater named after Musa Jangaziev, 11:00, 12:30.
February 8. Pillow Fairy Tale "My Happy Farm"
On the farm lived a farmer with a blue tractor, a field, and friends — chickens, ducks, cows, and sheep. Everything was going smoothly until two assistant crows appeared on the farm, changing everything.
State National Russian Drama Theater named after Chingiz Aitmatov, 11:00.
