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Olim Khojayev Syrdarya Musical Drama Theatre

Regional musical drama theatre in central Guliston, founded in 1974, playing in a 730-seat building of 1984 and named after actor Olim Khojayev.

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About the place

The Syrdarya regional musical drama theatre was founded in Guliston in 1974 and staged its first play, Muhabbat, meaning love, in 1975. Two years later, in 1977, it was named after Olim Khojayev, one of the best-known Uzbek stage actors of the 20th century.

Since 1984 the company has performed in its own building in the city centre, which seats 730. The repertoire mixes Uzbek drama with musical productions, and performances are in Uzbek. Check the programme locally, and allow about two hours for an evening show.

Why go

  • Founded in 1974
  • 730-seat building of 1984
  • Named after Olim Khojayev

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