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The State Puppet Theater is one of the kindest and most magical theaters in Almaty, a place where fairy tales and children's dreams come to life. This is the oldest puppet theater in Kazakhstan, which opened in 1935 and gave more than one generation of viewers joy, laughter and faith in miracles. Stories familiar to everyone from childhood are heard here – from folk tales to modern productions filled with humor, music and vivid characters.
Today, the theater puts on performances not only for children, but also for the whole family. The repertoire includes Kazakh folk tales, works of world literature and original productions by modern playwrights. The actors of the theater own many types of puppet animation – reed, glove, marionettes, shadow puppets. Thanks to this, each performance turns into a living story, where the dolls seem to find their soul.
The puppet theater is not just entertainment, but a subtle educational tool, a real portal to the world of childhood, where the wildest dreams come true thanks to the art of animated dolls. His philosophy is based on the principle of "teaching by entertaining". Each performance is a wise story told in a language that is understandable to the youngest audience.
History
The history of the theater began almost a hundred years ago, when a group of enthusiasts, inspired by the idea of creating a children's theater, presented a puppet show for the first time in Alma Ata. Over time, the theater's staff became professional, and its repertoire was diverse and rich. In the post-war years, the theater actively toured Kazakhstan, introducing children to the art of controlling dolls, and during the Soviet period it became an important cultural platform for educating young viewers.
A special page in the history of the theater was the work during the Great Patriotic War. The actors not only performed performances, but also raised funds for the front, performed in military hospitals. In those years, each doll was not just a character, but a symbol of goodness and faith in victory.
In the 1970s, the theater received its own building in the city center, a beautiful structure that immediately became a recognizable symbol of Almaty. Today, the State Puppet Theater continues its glorious traditions, combining classics with modern productions, and remains a favorite place for family vacations.
Architecture
The building of the Puppet Theater in Almaty itself resembles a fairy-tale house. Its facade is decorated with patterns, arched windows and decorative elements that create a sense of celebration. The interior is warm and cozy, and the auditorium is designed for children – the stage is designed so that even the smallest viewer can see everything that is happening. The atmosphere inside is saturated with magic: showcases with dolls, soft lights, sounds of rehearsals – all this creates the feeling of a fairy tale come to life.
How to get there and visit -
The State Puppet Theater is located in Almaty at 63 Pushkin Street, corner of Gogol Street, Medeu district, Republic of Kazakhstan.
GPS coordinates: 43°15'40"N 76°57'09"E
A bus will take you to the theater. № 13, 16, 17, 22, 42, 63, 71; Trolleybus No. 1, 12 stop "city polyclinic No. 1". You can also get to the Park 28 Panfilov Guards bus stop by bus No. 13, 16, 22, 66 and trolleybus. № 1, 9, 11, 12, 19.
The metro station "Zhibek Zholy" is located 1 kilometer from the theater, the metro station "Almaly" is 1.5 kilometers away, the metro station "Rayymbek Batyr" is 1.6 kilometers away.
For more comfort, use taxi services, you can order a taxi through the mobile application or come here by private car.
Working hours: Tuesday – Sunday 10.00 to 18.00 (Monday is a day off)
Contacts: +7 727 234 79 22; +7 727 234 79 21
The official website of the theater
The legend of the theater
According to urban legend, in the very heart of the old building there lives a "doll spirit" – a little wizard who revives dolls at night. They say that if you stay in the theater after the performance and listen, you can hear quiet laughter, the rustle of fabric and the creak of miniature scenery. And at dawn, all the dolls freeze again, as if nothing had happened. That is why theater actors never leave their dolls unattended – after all, each of them, according to legend, has a kind soul.
The Almaty Puppet Theater is a regular participant in international festivals and competitions, its troupe has repeatedly represented Kazakhstan on the stages of Europe and Asia. Many of the theater's productions have been awarded for their direction, puppet design, and artwork. A special place is occupied by the theater museum, which has a collection of antique dolls, each of which preserves a piece of history.
The State Puppet Theater in Almaty is more than a theater. It is a keeper of traditions, a guide to the world of childhood and a real factory of good miracles. Here, the dolls don't just act out performances – they teach the most important things: to believe in miracles, to dream and never forget that a child lives inside every adult.
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