Care for a brief history lesson? That was the question posed to our group during our final day in the capital Astana. In this odd, sparkling city where many of the buildings…
Tag: Review
The Gift to Stalin: The Role of Family
How are families created? It’s easy to be born into a family; to inherit an identity; to inherit wealth; to inherit opportunities. To form a family, however, is harder, but necessary for…
Dancing in the Moonlight: A Review of “Giselle”
Upon arrival at the Astana Opera House, guests are immediately greeted with a breathtaking experience, even before taking their seats. Visitors can admire the intricately decorated classical entrance hall while checking their…
Art, Audience, and Axe Murderers: A Review of the ARTиШОК Crime and Punishment Production
What is the best way to honor a crucial text of the Russian canon? Maybe write an opera based on the novel like Eugene Onegin, or direct an eight hour movie like…
A Critical Look into Contemporary Theater in Almaty
From the thrilling musical numbers of “Saturday Night Fever” to the emotionally resonant exploration of love in “Constellation” and the celebration of the vibrant city of Alma-Ata in “Alma-Ata ’89,” each of …
Dancing through Morality: Giselle and her Underworld Experience
The ballet excursion started with a bit of prancing and dancing of our own. Rushing from a slow dinner with even slower service (delicious food though!), we sprinted through tearing wind, across…
