Culture
08.05.2026
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Premiere of the Play “At göçümi” Held at the Mary Velayat Theatre
Among the theatrical premieres dedicated to the National Day of the Turkmen Horse, the Dovletmammet Azadi State Drama Theatre of Mary velayat presented a new production titled “At göçümi.”
07.05.2026
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Bridges of Culture Between Turkmenistan and India: Memory of Poet and Philosopher Rabindranath Tagore Honored in Ashgabat
On May 7, a ceremonial event dedicated to the 165th anniversary of the outstanding Indian poet and philosopher Rabindranath Tagore was held in the Turkmen capital at the “Magtymguly Pyragy” cultural and park complex. The event was attended by representatives of the Embassy of India in Turkmenistan and the Ministry of Culture of Turkmenistan, public figures, and students of the Dovletmammet Azadi Turkmen National Institute of World Languages studying Hindi.
07.05.2026
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The life of the country on the canvases of the artist Nyyazmyrat Dovodov
A personal exhibition of paintings of Nyyazmyrat Dovodov has been opened at the State museum of fine arts in Ashgabat in honour of his 105th birthday. Nyyazmyrat Dovodov, an honoured artist of Turkmenistan, has left a rich legacy for his compatriots. Suffice it to say that the thematic exhibitions of museum rarely do without his works. Therefore, the anniversary exhibition features many paintings that are well known to art enthusiasts.
07.05.2026
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A Solemn Concert Dedicated to the 81st Anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War of 1941–1945 Held in Ashgabat
A festive concert dedicated to the 81st anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War was held at the Magtymguly National Music and Drama Theatre. The event, organized by the Embassy of the Russian Federation with the support of the Ministry of Culture of Turkmenistan, gathered a full audience who came to honor the memory of the defenders of the Fatherland. Special guests of the celebration were the esteemed war veterans.
06.05.2026
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Filigree Portraits and Vivid Images Woven from Colored Threads by a Talented Artist
Just as space and time are boundless, so too are the limits of art. Sincere exploration and tireless work open unknown paths and lead to new horizons.
04.05.2026
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A New Circus Show – A Celebration for Fans of This Art Form
The creative team of the Turkmen State Circus has prepared a new circus performance for the residents of Ashgabat and guests of the capital. It became a wonderful gift for both children and adults during the May holidays.
03.05.2026
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Turkmenistan – TURKSOY: A Cultural Dialogue Bringing Brotherly Nations Closer
Today, a ceremonial concert marking the 27th Opera Days of the International Organization of Turkic Culture (TURKSOY) was held at the Palace of Mukams of the State Cultural Center of Turkmenistan. Among the participants were masters of opera from Turkmenistan, the Republic of Türkiye, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan.
03.05.2026
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The First Solo Concert of Composer Ayna Shirova
A solo concert by composer Ayna Shirova was held with tremendous success in the Grand Hall of the Turkmen National Conservatory named after Maya Kuliyeva.
02.05.2026
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Concert Celebrates the 110th Anniversary of Veli Mukhatov
Today, the Palace of Mukams at the State Cultural Center of Turkmenistan hosted a concert dedicated to the 110th anniversary of the birth of the outstanding composer and founder of Turkmen professional musical art, Veli Mukhatov.
01.05.2026
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Concert of opera masters of the TURKSOY countries and other cultural events in Ashgabat
A rich cultural program awaits residents and guests of the capital. Below is a review of what's worth seeing and hearing, as well as what works of art to enjoy in the coming days.