Abai's Spiritual Heritage: Almaty Hosts Cultural Evening to Mark Great Poet's 180th Anniversary

Abai's Spiritual Heritage: Almaty Hosts Cultural Evening to Mark Great Poet's 180th Anniversary

On August 8, 2025, the State Central Museum of the Republic of Kazakhstan together with the Kazakh National Opera and Ballet Theater named after Abai held a literary and musical educational evening dedicated to the 180th anniversary of the great Kazakh poet, educator, thinker and philosopher Abai Kunanbayev.
The main goal of the event is the widespread promotion of the rich creative heritage of Abai Kunanbayev, the spiritual and cultural education of the younger generation, instilling in young people national values and Kazakh spirituality, as well as comprehensively familiarizing a wide audience with the life and deep thoughts of the poet.
As part of the event, spectators had the opportunity to enjoy the performances of the artists of the Kazakh National Opera and Ballet Theater named after Abai. Their musical and stage performances made a deep impression and allowed those present to immerse themselves in the world of Abai. The evening also featured an exhibition of works by the winners of the city competition dedicated to the 180th anniversary of Abai Kunanbaev among students of comprehensive schools. The exhibition featured drawings and decorative and applied art items dedicated to the work of the great poet. Each work reflected a special view of Abai's world, the deep respect and inspiration of the authors. This evening once again confirmed the eternal significance of Abai's legacy and the relevance of his spiritual and moral precepts for the current generation.


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