The XXXI Republican Festival of Drama Theaters of Kazakhstan, dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the birth of the outstanding theater scholar, Professor Bagybek Kundakbayev, has opened in Kyzylorda.
The celebration of theatrical art began with a traditional procession along the red carpet. The ceremony was attended by jury members, honored guests, figures of theatrical art, and creative groups from different regions of the country.
At the festival opening, Deputy Akim of Kyzylorda Region and Special Representative of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan at the Baikonur complex Kairat Nurtai delivered a welcoming speech. He noted the significant contribution of Professor Bagybek Kundakbayev to the establishment and development of Kazakhstani theater studies.
In accordance with Kazakh national traditions, special honors were given to Gulzhamilya and Kulipa Bagybekkyzy.
The festive program continued with a concert featuring local artists and theater actors.
Guests also visited a special exhibition dedicated to the life and scientific-creative path of Bagybek Kundakbayev. The exhibition features photographs, the scholar's works, and other valuable materials reflecting his contribution to the development of domestic theater studies.
The festival will last six days. Ten theater groups selected from different regions of Kazakhstan will take part. They will present their best productions to the audience and demonstrate their creative achievements.
The Republican theater festival held in Kyzylorda Region is intended to promote the development of national stage art and strengthen creative ties between the country's theaters.
The event, dedicated to preserving and popularizing the spiritual heritage of the outstanding representative of Kazakhstani theater studies Bagybek Kundakbayev, will combine the traditions of national theater with modern achievements of stage art, giving the audience vivid impressions and meaningful productions.

Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kyzylorda/press/news/details/1313992?lang=ru