Screening of the film "Drive My Car" (2021), Ryusuke Hamaguchi
When: Fri, February 27, 19:00
Where: Shahjahan, 84
A slow, very precise film about processing loss and how art helps cope with pain that is difficult to put into words. It is the story of a theater director grieving the death of his wife and his unexpected connection with a silent young woman driver.
Showing in Russian; admission — 50,000 soums,
registration: +998 77 446 48 84, @shoxjahon84_ijod_uyi.
Journalism Masterclass "Legacy on Television" (Louise Simonde)
When: Sat, February 28, 11:30
Where: French Alliance Branch, Zulfiyahonim Street, 112
French journalist Louise Simond will discuss how the topic of cultural heritage is covered on French television and analyze professional approaches to such stories.
Language — French, participants of any level are welcome.
Concert of the dance ensemble "Tumor" (A. Navoi State Academic Bolshoi Theater)
When: Sat, February 28, 19:00
Where: Alisher Navoi State Academic Bolshoi Theater of Uzbekistan, Zarafshon Street, 28
An evening of national dance with the new concert program of the ensemble "Tumor": updated productions, new choreographic compositions, and fresh stage solutions. This format is for those who love stage energy, bright costumes, and the rich palette of Uzbek dance traditions on a theatrical scale.
Tickets are available online and at the theater box office.
Showing of the film "Josep" (2020), dir. Aurel
When: Sat, February 28, 7:30 PM
Where: Kinoxona, Socrates St., 10
An animated film about the artist and anti-Franco activist Josep Bartoli against the backdrop of the 1939 tragedy when Republican refugees were placed in French camps. The film intertwines personal history and grand politics, showing how art becomes a means to survive, preserve dignity, and leave a testimony of the era. Screening in collaboration with the Embassy of France and the French Institute in Uzbekistan.Language — French, Russian subtitles, followed by a discussion with Daria Nesterenko and Igor Kitchenko.
The Play "Neighbor" (dir. Maria Tikhomolova)
When: Sat, February 28, 7:00 PM
Where: Eco Cafe (the new hall of "Other Beasts"), 37 1st Olmachi Passage A poignant story about what lies behind closed doors: the genre balances between lyricism, tragicomedy, and "revelation.
Tickets: 80,000 soums.
Cultura Market at Cultura Bar
When: Sun, March 1, 12:00–21:00
Where: Cultura Bar, Sharaf Rashidov Avenue, 40
A daytime market-festival with local brands and vintage items, second-hand goods, jewelry, postcards, candles and scents, as well as workshops and music. A place where you can both buy something memorable and spend time, meet acquaintances, and refresh your wardrobe/shelf with home trinkets.
Free admission.
Master Class in Watercolor Painting (FunJapan)
When: Sun, March 1, 12:00–13:30
Where: Ikuo Hirayama International Caravanserai of Culture, Yusuf Khos Khodjib Street, 37A
A calm introductory watercolor master class: participants learn basic techniques, create their own work, and take the finished painting home. Materials are provided.
Cost: 70,000 soums; inquiries: +998 97 731 75 73.
Lecture with Victoria Erofeeva "The Whole Mahalla is Talking About This": How Did Soviet Cinema Promote New Values?
When: Thu, March 5, 7:30 PM
Where: Kinoxona TFS (Tashkent Film School)
A lecture-analysis on how Soviet cinema constructed and promoted new social norms and values, using plot, characters, and everyday scenes as "tools of upbringing." The format involves watching clips and discussion.
Tickets — from 150,000 soums.
"Sadakat" Opera (premiere 2026)
When: Thu, March 5, 7:00 PM
Where: A. Navoi State Academic Bolshoi Theatre
The 2026 new production: the opera "Sodagat" tells a story of loyalty and love, where the heroine endures trials while preserving devotion to her feelings and moral principles. The music and dramaturgy are based on national traditions and values; author — R. Abdullayev, director — F. Safarov.
