Alisher Navoiy nomidagi opera va balet teatri (Tashkent, Uzbekistan)
Alisher Navoiy nomidagi opera va balet teatri
The Alisher Navoi State Academic Bolshoi Theatre is Uzbekistan’s leading opera and ballet theatre, renowned for its classical repertoire, grand architecture, and rich cultural heritage. It stands as a symbol of national art and musical excellence in Tashkent.
The Alisher Navoi State Academic Bolshoi Theatre is the principal opera and ballet theatre of Uzbekistan and one of the most important cultural institutions in Central Asia. Located in the heart of Tashkent, the theatre was founded in 1939 and named after the great poet and thinker Alisher Navoi.
The building is a masterpiece of monumental architecture, harmoniously combining classical forms with traditional Uzbek decorative elements. Its interior halls are richly adorned with national ornaments, marble, and intricate craftsmanship, each reflecting the artistic traditions of different regions of Uzbekistan.
The theatre’s repertoire includes world-renowned operas and ballets by composers such as Verdi, Tchaikovsky, Bizet, and Prokofiev, alongside national works by Uzbek composers. For decades, the stage of the Alisher Navoi Theatre has been home to outstanding singers, dancers, conductors, and choreographers who have shaped the country’s performing arts.
As a cultural landmark of Tashkent, the theatre continues to play a vital role in preserving classical traditions while promoting artistic innovation, international cooperation, and cultural exchange.