Abai Kazakh National Opera and Ballet Theatre
Казахский национальный театр оперы и балета им. Абая
A neoclassical theater completed in 1941, with a fountain plaza at its entrance, staging Kazakh classic operas such as “Abai” and ballets at affordable prices.
The theater is named after the Kazakh poet Abai. Its architecture blends Neoclassical style with Kazakh decorative motifs, and the interior is ornate, with crystal chandeliers and red velvet seats. It regularly stages classics such as “Swan Lake” and “Carmen,” as well as Kazakh national operas such as “Abai” and “Kyz Zhibek.” Tickets cost about 3,000 to 15,000 tenge and can be bought on the official website or through a ticketing app. Neat, tidy clothing is sufficient.
Opening hours
Per show times; ticket office approx. 10:00 am–7:00 pm
Nearby sights
- Arasan Baths
- Republic Square & Independence Monument
- Ascension Cathedral
- Park of 28 Panfilov Guardsmen
- Green Bazaar
- Central State Museum of Kazakhstan
- Zhibek Zholy (Almaty Arbat)
- Museum of Kazakh Folk Musical Instruments