Culture
30.05.2026
1673
Strengthening Cultural Dialogue: Turkmenistan Participates Online in an International Forum in Kyrgyzstan
On May 26, the National Library of the Kyrgyz Republic named after A. Osmonov hosted the international conference “Preservation of Traditional Culture and Development of Creative Industries Based on Intangible Cultural Heritage” as part of the 20th OIMO International Festival.
30.05.2026
1545
Yarly Bayramov – the Turkmen Pioneer of “Object Abstraction”
There is no doubt that Yarly Bayramov was a unique artist. In his work, he vividly celebrated the Turkmen countryside and its people. However, he did so in his own distinctive way, opposing his personal vision to the dominant doctrine of socialist realism.
29.05.2026
1873
Turkmenistan Represented at the 26th International Theatre Festival “Melikhov Spring”
On May 28, the troupe of the A. S. Pushkin State Russian Drama Theatre from Ashgabat presented the performance “Chekhov’s Vaudevilles” on the stage of the Podolsk Drama Theatre as part of the 26th International Theatre Festival “Melikhov Spring.”
29.05.2026
1251
Labor successes of the Halach carpet-makers
The Turkmen carpet is one of the brightest masterpieces of the national heritage of our people, rooted in ancient times. Turkmen carpets, distinguished by their beauty, grace, strength and durability, reflecting the uniqueness of the national culture and the glorious history of the people, our beautiful nature and the spiritual world of Turkmen women, arouse sincere admiration from everyone.
26.05.2026
1826
Molla Nasreddin — the Hero of a Film Created by Six Film Studios from Different Countries
The international feature film “Molla Nasreddin – My Friend in Hard Times” reveals the shared values and ancient wisdom of the Turkic peoples through the prism of humor.
25.05.2026
1919
The “Çalsana, bagşy!” Competition in Balkan Velayat Brought Together Young and Talented Performers and Musicians
The velayat stage of the “Çalsana, bagşy!” competition took place at the Balkan Velayat State Drama Theatre named after Great Saparmyrat Turkmenbashi.
25.05.2026
1867
The stage of the «Şadyýan şahandazlar» competition was successfully held in the Balkan velayat
These days, the regional stages of the folk theatre competition «Şadyýan şahandazlar» are taking place in the regions of Turkmenistan. In the Balkan velayat, this round of the creative competition took place at the Great state drama theatre named after Saparmyrat Turkmenbashy.
24.05.2026
1891
Eight Hundred Shades of Children’s Happiness: A Large-Scale Showcase of Talent
An exhibition of works by students of the Byashim Nurali Children’s Art School was held at the Exhibition Center of Fine Arts of the Ministry of Culture of Turkmenistan.
23.05.2026
2506
A Large-Scale Program of Cultural Events for June Has Been Approved in Turkmenistan
At a regular meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers held by President Serdar Berdimuhamedov via the digital system, the schedule of major events and celebrations planned for June 2026 was reviewed. Deputy Chairwoman of the Cabinet of Ministers B. Seyidova delivered a report on the matter.
22.05.2026
1985
Talented Students of the Academy of Arts and Their Confident Steps into the World of Great Art
A group exhibition of student works opened at the gallery of the State Academy of Arts of Turkmenistan. Two students from the sculpture department and three from the painting department took part in the exhibition, presenting more than 100 works. Some of the pieces by these authors are already well known to visitors, as they are part of the Academy’s Golden Collection.