Ayni Opera and Ballet Theatre
Театри опера ва балети ба номи С. Айнӣ
A 1940s neoclassical theatre with an elegant white colonnaded facade. You can see opera, ballet and traditional Tajik music and dance here for very affordable prices.
The theatre is named after the Tajik writer Sadriddin Ayni, opened in 1946, and its facade features columns and sculptures. The interior's gold decorations and chandeliers are well preserved, and it underwent renovation around 2009. The repertoire includes classical ballets such as Swan Lake, operas and productions on Tajik national themes. Tickets typically cost only a few dozen somoni and can be bought at the box office. Performances usually begin around 6 p.m. The small square and fountain in front are popular photo spots. It is on the east side of Rudaki Avenue and within walking distance of the city-center sights.
Opening hours
Ticket office open by day; shows usually at 18:00
Nearby sights
- National Museum of Antiquities of Tajikistan
- Gurminj Museum of Musical Instruments
- Ismoil Somoni Monument
- National Library of Tajikistan
- Rudaki Park
- Mehrgon Market
- Dushanbe Flagpole & Palace of the Nation
- Chaikhana Rohat