Screening of the film "Tenderness" at the Retro Film Club
When: April 17, 6:30 PM
Where: National Palace of Cinema "Panoramic," Hall No. 5The Retro Film club will screen the Uzbekfilm studio's movie "Tenderness" (1966, 74 minutes), directed by Elyor Ishmuhamedov. This melodrama, consisting of three novellas—"Sanjar," "Lena," and "Mamura"—is considered a vivid example of the influence of French New Wave and Italian neorealism on Uzbek cinema. The main roles are played by Maria Sternikova, Rodion Nakhapetov, Madina Mahmudova, Svetlana Borodina, and others.
Giuseppe Verdi's Opera "La Traviata"
When: April 17, 7:00 PM
Where: Alisher Navoi State Academic Bolshoi TheatreGiuseppe Verdi's opera "La Traviata" will be performed on the stage of the Alisher Navoi State Academic Bolshoi Theatre. At its heart is the touching story of love, sacrifice, and a clash with the prejudices of 19th-century Parisian high society, where the tale of Violetta and Alfred unfolds against a backdrop of lavish sets and strict social norms. The audience will witness the characters' emotions grappling with circumstances and social pressure.
Cost: 55,000–165,000 soums.
The Ballet "Dincanto" by the Balletto di Roma Company
When: April 23–24, 7:00 PM
Where: Alisher Navoi State Academic Bolshoi Theatre
As part of the International Ballet Festival, the stage of the Bolshoi Theatre will host the contemporary ballet "Dincanto" by the Balletto di Roma company. The performance is presented as a fusion of striking scenography, modern choreography, and expressive music, revealing new facets of classical dance and the language of contemporary ballet. The production will run for two consecutive days.
Onbr Chamber Concert
When: April 21, 7:00 PM
Where: YAMAHA, 8 TARAS SHEVCHENKO STREET
A chamber evening for 30–40 people, where musicians will not only perform their tracks but also share the stories behind their creation—from the first ideas to the personal episodes that formed the basis of the songs. The format involves live interaction: there will be a segment where listeners can ask questions and converse with the artists directly during the event.
Admission is free, by prior registration via Instagram (account onbr.avad).
Shum Bola Film Festival 2026
When: April 15–17, 10:30 AM–3:00 PM
Where: Alisher Navoi Cinema Palace, 15 Alisher Navoi Avenue
The thirteenth Shum Bola-2026 German-language film festival for children and youth will be held at the Palace of Cinema. The program features films in Russian and Uzbek, and the festival invites children and teenagers to discover new stories.
Admission to the sessions is free with tickets, details and reservations are available by phone at +998 78 140 14 70.
International Festival of Fine and Applied Arts
When: April 20–24, 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Where: various venues in Tashkent and the regions (central exhibition hall, museums, galleries, educational institutions)
The traditional International Festival of Fine and Applied Arts is taking place across several venues in the capital and in the regions. The program includes exhibitions by local and foreign artists, creative workshops, showcases of traditional and contemporary clothing, scientific conferences, and special daytime blocks dedicated to professional schools and universities.
Admission to the events is advertised as free.
Concert Uzbekistan: New Soundscapes / Music by Composers of Uzbekistan
When: April 17, 7:00 PM
Where: The Organ Hall of the Conservatory.
The concert Uzbekistan: New Soundscapes is dedicated to the 90th anniversary of the State Conservatory of Uzbekistan and presents music by composers from Uzbekistan. The Turkiston Chamber Orchestra, conducted by Muborak Lutfullaev, will perform on stage. The program also features soloists Nikita Stetsenko (piano), Elena Matveeva (violin), Asene Ovchinnikova (violin), and Adelina Fatkhutdinova (harpsichord), as well as the participation of the Honored Choir of Uzbekistan under the artistic direction of Gulnara Malikova.
