A chic theater of the Soviet era.
One of the few pieces of knowledge that was not sold, but also preserved.
Unfortunately, actors, namely ballerinas and ballerinas, are very far from good choreography and synchronicity. I was really disappointed. I thought that there would be at least 3 pairs who would want to perform at least something synchronously. But alas. Disappointed.
I guess I'm used to the beautiful and the beautiful and I don't like amateurism. I don't want to offend anyone. But the last visit showed that in some elementary schools, some actions can be performed more synchronously. Of course, the actors have both a bearing and a stretch. But the lack of synchronicity breaks everything. Maybe there won't be such a disappointment in a solo performance.
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Денис
Level 13 Local Expert
September 1
A gorgeous Soviet monumental building, the construction of which was started before the Great Patriotic War (in 7 years). An excellent example of the architecture of that time, the Stalinist Empire. Inside, everything is so decorous, monumental, thorough. Thanks to architect Kruglov for this example of beautiful architecture in a city where for the last 20 years they have only been sculpting monotonous concrete boxes. Near the theater there is a magnificent park on both sides. It is so calm, peaceful, with fountains, there is such an extraordinary aura here. What a pleasure it is to sit in these parks and admire the GATOBa building on a warm spring or autumn day. Trolleybuses of route 9, one of the oldest routes in the city, are scurrying around the theater. And if you sit near the theater on a working day, then from the windows to the neighboring parks you can hear the amazing voices of opera singers during rehearsals. It is good that this theater is devoid of the pomposity and arrogance of the Astana theater. It's so nice inside and out here!
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Жанна Жанна
Level 5 Local Expert
September 3
This is the best theater in Almaty! The orchestra is beyond praise! La Traviata in the new production is just a delight! Costumes, choir, soloists - everything!!!! The masquerade ball is a gorgeous performance! Quixote ballet is also a delight! All productions are brilliant! Especially when soloists from other countries come, it's a pity to buy tickets not just for the ballet
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Dina Le Cocq-Kabdulinova
Level 21 Local Expert
May 19
Let's start with dessert - park before the performance in the theater area - "mission impossible"! If possible, choose a taxi for a trip to Gatob..
Now about the theater - it's great inside! I was in it for the first time after the restoration - it's very beautiful!
The impression of the ballet is twofold: we watched Shazerezpda and Carmen. I'm not a fan)) but for the overall development, a change of scenery around and a pleasant evening with the children is not bad at all.
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mikhail egorov
Level 30 Local Expert
April 25
Great theater. In general, everything is fine with theaters in Kazakhstan, the audience is very warm and friendly. In general, the audience is beautiful, it's nice to walk around the lobby, the people are very intelligent, beautiful
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Наталья Решеткова
Level 10 Local Expert
September 5
I listened to the opera La Traviata, I liked everything! The beautiful building is classic from the outside and national decor in the interiors. The hall is very beautiful, the ceiling is just like a mountain blue sky. The acoustics are very decent, you don't even notice it, the sounds fly into the hall. There is a gorgeous exhibition of stage costumes in the lobby of the third tier.
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В К
Level 8 Local Expert
June 2
The history of our city, the Opera House! It was built back in 1937, during the war, the Bolshoi Theater troupe was evacuated here. My mother and grandmother saw performances with the Great Galina Ulanova! And now the theater's artists continue to delight with opera and ballet productions. Not so long ago, we watched a wonderful, ageless performance of Romeo and Juliet!!
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Александр Полянский
Level 10 Local Expert
April 9
The Opera House in Almaty is very beautiful. The hall is very cozy and has good acoustics. I listened to Rossini - "The Barber of Seville". Perhaps the best "Barber" of all. And I've listened to at least 8 live in different theaters.
The performance turned out to be very light, dynamic, funny, as it should be. Very good voices.
Bravo!
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Татьяна У
Level 9 Local Expert
March 26
A wonderful theater. The landmark of Almaty. The interior is chic. Comfortable chairs. Excellent acoustics. A talented young troupe. An interesting repertoire. Last time we were at the "Nutcracker" with the whole family. Everyone really liked it!
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Константин Горожанкин
Level 26 Local Expert
April 28
The pride of the cultural capital of Kazakhstan. It was built by the Soviet Union during the war years for the sake of the artists who moved here to evacuate. I always solemnly come here to watch the ballet. With the advent of the Ticket, the practice of resellers, which had previously been a strong problem, was eliminated. Tickets are always online. Ballets are often sold out. It is better to book the Nutcracker and Swan Lake a month in advance. Yes, there is a museum on the 3rd floor, be sure to take a walk there during the intermission!
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Елена Дудышева
Level 5 Local Expert
October 11, 2023
Beauty - outside and inside! We were a family at the opening night of the musical season, the concert was held in the lobby. The acoustics are good, the rows of chairs are arranged in a semicircle, convenient. In the first row there were visitors in wheelchairs, the organizers - well done! The emotions of the performers were transmitted to the audience, everything is clearly visible, intimacy and warmth! Accompanying the presenter is interesting .and informative. After the concert, several groups of young people were photographed together in a large mirror on the stairs. In the evening, there is a beautiful lighting design near the theater, the proximity of the metro allows you to quickly get a large company to other areas without a taxi.
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Татьяна Климова
Level 5 Local Expert
June 19
The landmark of our city! Be sure to visit the Kazakh National Opera and Ballet Theater named after Abai. This is the business card of Almaty! The most famous masters of the stage are included in the creative group of the theater. Get great pleasure from visiting!
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Мадмуазель Училка
Level 7 Local Expert
June 20
One of the attractions of the city. The building, which has been told by many historical figures, contains the spirit and talent of our people in the heart.
Very atmospheric, on the top floor D. Satpayev created a minimuseum and a history of clothes worn by our art luminaries
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Евгений Р.
Level 17 Local Expert
September 16
A wonderful theater of the Soviet era is a building.
Unfortunately, the skill of the actors is a little disappointing. I want coherence and precision of movements. Relaxation, lack of rehearsals... The result is weak.
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Eugen
Level 8 Local Expert
March 3
The theater is wonderful, everything is saturated with art, it is very inspiring. But it's a pity that they don't support it, the repair is old, the decorations are shabby. It would be possible to make a candy bar, it is a pity that the state does not allocate the necessary funds. The staff of the theater are wonderful people, they are all so responsible about their work, with love. The artists are amazing too.
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А.Д.
Level 3 Local Expert
March 4
Excellent location, in the city center, the landmark of Almaty with the wonderful architecture of the Stalin era. Good opera and ballet productions by both local artists and those touring from neighboring countries.
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БМВ
Level 11 Local Expert
May 30
My favorite theater. The first visit I remember was at the age of 5.5. Good voices, pleasant impressions. The theater is small and cozy. I think everyone needs to visit it
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Alua Bozheyeva
Level 8 Local Expert
August 17
The building of the Kazakh State Academic Theater named after Abai — GATOB is one of the most famous sights of the city. GATOB is one of the largest theaters in the Eurasian space.
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Dilya
Level 7 Local Expert
May 5
Вечная проблема в парковкой 😝 при посещении мероприятий. Люблю посещать балет в гатоб 🩰. Репертуар отличный, профессиональные певцы, танцоры, оркестр 🔥🔥🔥
Серик Пешеков
Level 6 Local Expert
May 20
The temple of culture and spiritual life, the magnificent work of all the artists and orchestra, polite ushers, a magnificent theater museum
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светлана параскевич
Level 8 Local Expert
July 26
A wonderful theater, a very beautiful interior, a large hall, the stage is visible from all sides, the acoustics are great. I recommend going.
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Людмила Новосёлова
Level 14 Local Expert
May 10
We watched Swan Lake, starring the soloists of the London Royal Ballet. But the orchestra and other soloists of the theater were great. Stylish decorations, decent costumes, powerful sound, classical staging, well-choreographed dances.
The room itself was struck - decorated in the national style, the colors and ornaments were very well chosen.
The building itself on the square with fountains against the background of mountains creates a festive atmosphere
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yelena-a
Level 10 Local Expert
January 9
Nicely. It's impressive. Kazakh actors looked very nice and unusual for our eyes. But they played great. And in general, the production was performed flawlessly, which surprised us a lot. I recommend. And I will come again myself as soon as I arrive in the city.
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Дария Г.
Level 6 Local Expert
October 7, 2022
Потрясающий театр и очень красивая постановка – балет «Коппелия»: костюмы, артисты, хореография, прекрасная музыка… Все на одном дыхании… ❤️
Но, к сожалению, посещение театра было омрачено внутренней «кухней». Опускаемся до бытовухи, виесто того, чтобы наслаждаться искусством.
А именно – служащими театра, которые пригрозили, что не пустят меня в следующий раз, если я приду в спортивном. Но на мне был вызывающе-стильный смарт кэжуал, мой весьма дорогой свитер, который я не смогла сдать в гардероб, потому что там элементарно отстутствуют вешалки. 😒 А из «спортивного», видимо, на мне был только головной убор.
Интересно, почему же ведется история двойных стандартов? Половина присутствующих в зале, в том числе сами некоторые служащие театра, были в совершенно неопрятном и повседневном внешнем виде: потертые кроссовки, футболки, жилетки, куртки, рыночные толстовки, джинсы, драные джинсовки.
Я не одобряю подобный гардероб, но, уважаемое руководство театра, либо введите обязательные правила для всех без исключения, строгий этикет, либо исключите подобного рода инциденты.
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елена щапова
Level 7 Local Expert
December 18, 2023
A good museum, spacious. The story is "posted" in an accessible and multifaceted way. The building itself was very impressive, especially from the outside. And the area around is beautiful and big, like the history of Kazakhstan. I advise you to visit.
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Пуся Пусьевич
Level 4 Local Expert
December 25, 2023
I visit the Abai Opera and Ballet Theater at least 3 times a season. It is a very atmospheric place. The beautiful performances, the costumes, the orchestra - everything is just amazing. I love it, my favorite theater.
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Елена
Level 5 Local Expert
October 3, 2023
The interior of the theater is great, if you come a little earlier, you can make a lot of great photos for social networks. While waiting for the performance, you can not only visit the buffet, but also visit the theater museum, and admire the servants of the muses. And, of course, professionals of the highest level, masters of opera and ballet, will make your evening unforgettable
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Be C.
Level 8 Local Expert
November 29, 2022
Здание было недавно отреставрировано. Очень красивые, стильно оформленные интерьеры. Много золота, но оно очень гармонично вписывается в пространство. Довольно камерный зрительный зал с отличной акустикой. Места в зрительном зале расположены так, что отовсюду происходящее на сцене хорошо видно и слышно. Интересная экспозиция костюмов и элементов костюма из постановок в прошлом. Спектакли все на высочайшем уровне, особенно хочу отметить уровень балета - это просто восторг! Место, обязательное к посещению для жителей и гостей города.
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Алла Муратова
Level 6 Local Expert
July 16
It was great with the Advice, now I don't know.I am 80 years old, I remember Mahmud Esambayev, I went to duck again, although I was at his concert in Moscow.the operas had an excellent repertoire both in the Bolshoi and in our opera house
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Альфия Исупова
Level 5 Local Expert
July 25
Delight! Go, go and get aesthetic pleasure. The theater is cozy and sincere. Great performances!
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Сами Такие
Level 14 Local Expert
February 4
Every Kazakhstani should visit this theater.
Classical theater. A wonderful hall in the best traditions. It's nice to watch both ballet and opera. Do you understand how classical theater should look like
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Tatyana Vel
Level 10 Local Expert
May 11
Complete delight. Especially when there is live music. But, unfortunately, it is not always. Some performances include recordings. For example, "Anna Korenina", the rock opera "Juno and Maybe". And ballet is always on top. Respect to the artists.
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Владимир Смоляков
Level 6 Local Expert
August 17
Childhood memories are very vivid. I've been to the Christmas Tree several times. And watched the ballet. Now I still remember the childish surprise, what light artists.
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Zarina Aliyeva
Level 6 Local Expert
January 2
This is the best theater in Almaty and in Kazakhstan. The majestic interior, professional artists, even the special smell - all this makes it so filled with a highly spiritual atmosphere. Having been there once, you fall in love forever 😍
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Михаил Бочаров
Level 10 Local Expert
April 25, 2023
Отличное исполнение классических оперных и балетных постановок. Большая сцена, видно хорошо с разных мест в партере и амфитеатре, замечательная акустика, профессиональная труппа и оркестр.
Немного разочаровал рок-балет Юнона и Авось из-за плохой фонограммы - динамики неудачно расположены над сценой, в результате чего теряется эффект стерео, слышимость и качество звука оставляет желать лучшего.
От других спектаклей сплошной восторг!
Сауле Ибадильдина
Level 10 Local Expert
March 1
The last time I was at the Abai Opera and Ballet Theater, I attended a performance by Maxim Galkin. Maxim sang, danced, told jokes, and told funny stories from his life with Alla Pugacheva. He performed for 2.5 hours. At the end, he said a few sentences in Russian and caused an ovation in the hall. That evening, Galkin was presented with a whole mountain of flowers. I really liked Galkin's performance, although the tickets were expensive - 30,000 for the first 7 rows
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Айдос Амиров
Level 3 Local Expert
June 14
My favorite and only opera house in my hometown. I hope someday it will be rebuilt, made like the Astana Opera.
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Юрий Гоменюк
Level 5 Local Expert
June 9
The hall is very stuffy, most likely the ventilation did not work. People come with hand fans in their experience, which surprised even more, so this is not an isolated case, but a given. Bow to the artists and oxygen tanks😍😍😍
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Ирина Родионова
Level 7 Local Expert
May 6
The troupe is great! We were on "Anna Karenina", it's a masterpiece. The atmosphere of a real classical theater👏👏👏
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Елена Андрийчук
Level 12 Local Expert
October 25, 2023
The theater is very beautiful, both outside and inside. We went to the "Barber of Seville", we liked it. But we were very surprised by the costumes, from another era and as if borrowed from another performance! We also went to the ballet " Red Giselle ". I also really liked it!
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Tamiris
Level 8 Local Expert
July 31
A very large theater is convenient to walk in and there are many places there are always new scenes and productions
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Зарина Хасанова
Level 9 Local Expert
April 10
The Abai Theater is the heritage of the Republic and, first of all, of the people. Secondly, the decor is very beautiful. The interior is beautiful.
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Анна Садреева
Level 9 Local Expert
January 22
I was at the ballet "Juno and Maybe". I do not undertake to evaluate the skill of ballet dancers-who am I in front of their hard work, strength and emotions spent on the performance. But one thing I can say is that it is strikingly beautiful, gentle, refined and so far from what we see in everyday life. I am absolutely delighted, it really was a spiritual and cultural enlightenment for me. The theater itself is magnificent. I recommend it wholeheartedly!
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kama kama
Level 9 Local Expert
May 24
This place is the cultural heritage of our country, so there can be no comments here, only admiration for those great artists who served in this theater.
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Malika Nurmanova
Level 14 Local Expert
March 12
An excellent academic theater, the prices sometimes seem very ridiculous (cheap). I always look forward to seeing ballet and opera productions here.
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Taty Sam
Level 5 Local Expert
March 8
It's a wonderful place, there are amazing concerts and ballets by the world's leading industry stars. And the daily ones also pleased me, I highly recommend it.
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БОТАГОЗ
Level 11 Local Expert
April 8
A very cozy theater. Good theatrical productions. It is located in a great location.
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Лариса Белозёрова
Level 7 Local Expert
December 18, 2023
The best theater in our country. Since childhood, I have loved visiting it. The repertoire is great, professional actors. The title of the publication is a separate song
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levina-psy-help
Level 7 Local Expert
July 31
Magnificent architecture with wonderful content. Concerts of opera masters and ballet.
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Элина Ключникова
Level 9 Local Expert
February 3
Handsome, the restoration is on top. Turquoise shades, ornament, locations for photos. But in the theater, of course, the main thing is that on stage) the hall is full, this is the most joyful thing.