Culture
Ashgabat hosts the ‘Music of the World’ International Festival
20.05.2025The opening ceremony of the International Festival ‘Music of the World’ was held in the Mukam Palace of the State Cultural Centre of Turkmenistan. This was reported by the state news agency 'Turkmenistan: Golden Age'. The cultural forum gathered in Ashgabat distinguished composers, conductors, opera singers and musicians from Russia, China, France, Iran, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan. According to the source, the welcoming address by President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov at the beginning of the ceremony emphasised the importance of international creative forums for the promotion of national culture and strengthening of friendly ties between peoples. The Head of State expressed confidence that the festival would become a bright platform for cultural exchange and popularisation of universal humanistic values. Performances by artists from China, Armenia, Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan and Russia attracted special attention of the audience. Compositions dedicated to peace, friendship and cultural diversity were performed. The evening ended with the song ‘Türkmen sährasy’, which was welcomed by the audience with standing ovations and applause. The foyer of the Mukam Palace was decorated with an exhibition introducing the guests to the historical and cultural heritage of Turkmenistan. Excursions to the sights of Ashgabat were organised for foreign participants. The source notes that the festival also includes creative meetings, master classes of foreign artists and a final gala concert to summarise the results of this large-scale cultural event.
A concert on the occasion of Constitution and State Flag Day was held in Ashgabat
19.05.2025The ‘Aşgabat’ Song and Music Centre hosted a concert of masters of arts dedicated to the Constitution and State Flag Day of Turkmenistan. The holiday uniting the two state symbols emphasises the importance of national unity and cultural traditions of the country. This is reported by the state news agency TDH. The event was opened with a literary and musical composition ‘Başym gurban bolsun Türkmenistana, başym gurban Arkadagly Serdara, başym gurban parlap duran tuguma, başym gurban bolsun Arkadagyma!’. The programme included performances by popular vocalists, musical and choreographic groups, as well as young participants from folklore ensembles. The audience was particularly excited by the performance of patriotic songs reflecting pride in the country's achievements. The concert ended with a kushtdepdi dance in a modern interpretation, presented by the ‘Miras’ group. The festive events timed to mark Constitution and State Flag Day were held across the country, uniting people in an atmosphere of celebration and patriotism.
Photo exhibition to mark the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's neutrality opened in Turkey
16.05.2025On 16 May this year, the Turkish province of Alanya hosted the grand opening of a photo exhibition dedicated to the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's permanent neutrality and the proclamation of 2025 as the International Year of Peace and Trust. The event was organised by the Embassy of Turkmenistan in the Republic of Turkey together with the University of Alanya. This was reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. The opening ceremony was attended by prominent cultural figures, representatives of socio-political organisations in Turkey, journalists and students. The participants of the event stressed that Turkmenistan, pursuing a peace-loving foreign policy, successfully implements large-scale development programmes through equal international cooperation. The exposition presented a photopanorama demonstrating the successes of Turkmenistan's urban development policy. Special attention was paid to the projects aimed at improving the quality of life of the population, creating comfortable conditions for labour and recreation of citizens. The exhibition was a testimony of the country's achievements over three decades of neutral status.
Turkmen filmmakers will participate in the film festival in Bishkek
15.05.2025The III Bishkek International Film Festival will be held in the Kyrgyz capital from 11 to 15 June, with the participation of Turkmen filmmakers. They will present the feature film ‘Kitap’ (‘The Book’) directed by Hekim Alovov, as Turkmenistan's IIC reports. According to the source, the film, which was made by the Oguzkhan Turkmenfilm Association, is based on the work of Nurmyrat Sarykhanov and tells about the reverence of spiritual values by the Turkmen people. The film has already won recognition at the IV International Film Festival of the Turkic World "Gorkut ata" in Ashgabat and was awarded at the II International Film Festival "Turan" in Izmir.
An unusual performance RITUALS took place in Ashgabat
11.05.2025The Mukam Palace hosted an unusual performance RITUALS, where ancient Turkmen traditions met European avant-garde. The event, organised with the support of the Ministry of Culture of Turkmenistan and European partners, gathered a full hall of spectators. This was reported by IIC. The evening began with the performance of the Akdjayar ensemble from the Balkan velayat, which presented the Kushtdepdi dance, recognised by UNESCO as part of the world cultural heritage. The performance featured both Turkmen ensembles and European choreographers, including Italy's Margherita Bergamo. The State Dance Ensemble of Turkmenistan and the Mengli group presented numbers where traditional movements were organically combined with elements of contemporary dance. Multimedia accompaniment - light projections and digital effects - turned the stage into a dynamic artistic space where every gesture of the artists was visually continued. This international project, implemented with the support of the Ministry of Culture of Turkmenistan and European partners, clearly showed that art remains a universal language capable of uniting different cultures and epochs.
A festive concert was held in Ashgabat on 9 May
11.05.2025On 9 May, a solemn concert dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the Victory in the Great Patriotic War was held at the Maya Kuliyeva Turkmen National Conservatory. The evening began with a poignant moment: host Zamir Aliyev read out the memories of Lyudmila Shelemetova, who was evacuated from Estonia to Ashgabat when she was 8 years old. Her story about bombings, echelons with wounded and fear of a small child moved the hall to tears. This is reported by the Internet publication ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. The concert was opened by the folk melody ‘Kechpelek’ performed by dutarist Ishanmuhammet Gundogdiyev, setting the tone for the evening. Meylis Atageldiyev and bayanist Ruslan Baltayev performed the song ‘Eh, roads’ and caused special emotions. And when the artist proposed the audience to sing the legendary ‘Katyusha’ together, the audience willingly supported. The concert programme included both life-affirming songs of the war years - ‘Smuglyanka’, ‘Accidental Waltz’, ‘Blue Handkerchief’ - and poignant works reminding of the tragic pages of the war: “Cranes” by Jan Frenkel and ‘Schindler's List’ by John Williams. Pianist Perman Yagdiyev performed Rachmaninoff's Prelude in G Minor, adding lyrical depth to the programme. The concert ended traditionally with the hymn ‘Victory Day’, which was sung by the whole hall, paying tribute to the memory of the heroes.
Turkmen women artists presented national art at the exhibition in Tashkent
08.05.2025The capital of Uzbekistan is hosting the landmark exhibition "Women Artists of the Turkic World" which brings together talented authors from Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan, Turkey and Uzbekistan. The exhibition presents a rare synthesis of traditional art and modern artistic endeavours - from national crafts to avant-garde experiments. This is reported by the Internet publication "Turkmenistan: Golden age". Special attention attract the works of Turkmen artists Guncha Gochmuradova and Khatija Amansahedova, teachers of the State Academy of Arts of Turkmenistan. Their works imbued with national colour became a bright part not only of the exhibition, but also of the International Festival of Traditional Art held in parallel. As part of the April festival dedicated to the "green" economy, the Turkmen craftswomen got acquainted with the cultural monuments of Samarkand and Bukhara and took part in a professional conference where they shared the secrets of Turkmen traditional art. This large-scale cultural project contributes to strengthening creative ties between Turkic people and opens new horizons for young talents.
Turkmen vocalists will perform in Moscow in honor of the 80th anniversary of Victory
07.05.2025Students of the Turkmen National Conservatory named after M. Kuliyeva together with young performers from CIS countries are preparing a special concert programme to celebrate Victory Day. This is reported by the Internet publication ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’. Of particular interest is the performance of the united choir, which will be attended by talented performers from eight countries: Turkmenistan, Azerbaijan, Kyrgyzstan, Armenia, Kazakhstan, Belarus, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan. Active preparations for this large-scale event are underway. Turkmen and Azerbaijani students at the Gnesin Russian Academy of Music under the guidance of rector A.S.Ryzhinsky are rehearsing famous military works. The programme will include such iconic compositions as ‘Holy War’, the anthem ‘Bells’ and the legendary song ‘Victory Day’. Participation in such international projects is of special importance for Turkmen students - it contributes to their creative growth, development of stage skills and strengthening of cultural ties between the countries.
The State Museum of Turkmenistan opened an exhibition to mark the 80th anniversary of the Victory Day
07.05.2025A commemorative exposition was set up in the State Museum, the centerpiece of which was a carpet with the image of Berdymukhamed Annaev, the great-grandfather of the President of Turkmenistan. A book about his exploits with a symbolic epigraph: “Teacher, Soldier, Inspirer” is presented next to it. This is reported by the Internet publication "Turkmenistan: Golden Age". Among the unique exhibits are personal belongings of the war heroes: the gymnaskeleton of Hero of the Soviet Union Kurban Durdy with battle damage, his awards and documents, as well as for the first time exhibited materials about the Knight of the Patriotic War Order Muhamed Shikhliyev and a collection of women's jewelry donated by Turkmen women for the needs of the front. Of special interest are the carefully bound things that Turkmen women sent to the front. The first visitors of the exhibition were honorable elders, cultural figures and students of the Frontier Institute. It was noted that the memory of the ancestors' feat and preservation of peace are the main values for future generations.
Ashgabat is preparing to host a unique cultural event RITUALS
06.05.2025On 10 May, an interactive choreographic and digital performance RITUALS will take place on the stage of the Mukam Palace in Ashgabat. The project is implemented within the framework of cooperation between the Ministry of Culture of Turkmenistan, the French Institute in Turkmenistan, the Delegation of the European Union in Turkmenistan, the embassies of France and Italy, as well as the Goethe Institute in Kazakhstan. This is reported by the IIC of Turkmenistan. The audience will be treated to a unique artistic performance in which national cultural traditions of Turkmenistan are harmoniously intertwined with expressive means of modern European choreography and advanced digital technologies. The production is directed by recognised European choreographers: Jean-Marc Matos (France) and Margherita Bergamo (Italy), working in the postmodern genre. Together with them, the State Dance Ensemble of Turkmenistan and ‘Mengli’ ensemble will take part in the performance. The evening will be opened by the performance of the folklore group ‘Akdjayar’ from the Balkan province, which will perform the traditional Turkmen dance Kushtdepdi, one of the most striking elements of the national choreographic heritage. The performance is held within the framework of the European Spaces of Culture initiative, which is implemented by the European Union National Institutes for Culture (EUNIC) in partnership with the European Commission and the European External Action Service (EEAS). The project is aimed at developing international cultural cooperation and expanding the dialogue between European and non-European partners. Entrance to the event is free.
Ashgabat hosted the Days of Libyan Culture
05.05.2025From 1 to 3 May 2025, Ashgabat hosted the Days of Culture of the State of Libya, a large-scale event designed to strengthen humanitarian ties between the two countries. This is reported by the IIC of Turkmenistan. The official start of the event was given at the Museum of Fine Arts of Turkmenistan named after Saparmurat Turkmenbashi the Great, where a thematic exhibition dedicated to the cultural heritage of Libya was opened. The exhibition presented samples of Arabic calligraphy, traditional costumes, books, as well as dishes of national cuisine. The opening ceremony was attended by representatives of the Ministry of Culture of Turkmenistan, subordinate institutions, cultural and art workers, teachers and students of universities, as well as representatives of the public and the media. The concert programme included national dances, traditional and modern music performed in authentic costumes. Bright performances elicited a lively response from the audience and left indelible impressions. Within the framework of the Days of Culture, a scientific conference was also held on the topic "The Role of Turkmen Scientists in Uncovering the Cultural Development of Humanity and in Enriching the Arabic Language and Islamic Education", which brought together experts and researchers from both countries. An extensive cultural programme was organised for the Libyan delegation, including visits to the sights of Ashgabat, in particular, the Magtymguly Pyragy Cultural Park Complex and the State Museum of the State Cultural Centre of Turkmenistan. The final chord of the Days of Culture will be a joint performance of creative teams of Libya and Turkmenistan - a symbol of the unity of cultures and friendship between peoples.
Exhibition of a famous Polish artist launched in Turkmenistan
05.05.2025The Exhibition Centre of the Ministry of Culture of Turkmenistan has launched an exhibition of the famous Polish artist Joanna Galecka. This was reported by the Internet publication ‘Turkmenistan: Golden Age’. It is not the first time the artist visits Turkmenistan, and each visit to the country ends with a new exposition of paintings. The current exhibition tells about the Turkmen spring and people of the country. When looking at her works, one can immediately realise that they were painted by a foreigner in love with Turkmenistan. Joanna Galecka works with pastels rather than oil paints, but each of her works looks like a colourful painting. At the grand opening of the exposition, artists from Turkmenistan highly appreciated the work of Joanna Galecka. It was noted that her works show love for Turkmen culture and nature. Joanna creates based on the first impression, not trying to finalise her drawings for too long. This is especially evident in the pastel technique, which implies a certain subtlety, as there is no opportunity to correct mistakes. Thanks to this, one can feel the lightness and freshness of perception in her paintings.
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