Kazakh National Academy of Arts
Founded in 1977, the Kazakh National Academy of Arts is a hub of constant creative activity. Its team actively performs and wins prizes in international competitions. Emphasis is placed on instilling a passion for creativity in kids and teenagers. To do it, the team has established an experimental youth theater that showcases both national and global dramatic masterpieces.
With a diverse array of faculties and specialties, the Academy attracts thousands of applicants annually. Options range from choreography, cinema, and television to theatrical and musical arts, painting, sculpture, design, and more.
The architectural character of the academy building reflects the style of many Soviet structures from the 1920s-1930s, featuring regular lines and a design palette in beige and brown shades. Prior to housing the academy, the building served as the headquarters for the Council of People's Commissars of the KazSSR. Positioned in front of the building is a monument honoring Temirbek Zhurgenov, the Minister of Education of the Kazakh SSR, a Soviet party, and statesman of the USSR.
How to get there?
Address: Almaty, 127 Panfilov St.
The most convenient way to reach there is by car or taxi, as Panfilov St. lacks public transport. Alternatively, you can take buses #2, 63, 79, 86, 118, or 127 along Nazarbayev Ave., which runs parallel to Panfilov St. Once you reach the "Karasai Batyr St." stop, it's a short walk to the academy. Alternatively, you can opt for buses #12, 98, or trolleybuses #5 and 6 to the "Kabanbay Batyr St." stop on Abylay Khan Ave., followed by a 350 m walk to the academy.
Other tourist attractions near the academy:
- Kurmangazy Conservatoire
- Hotel Almaty
- Monument to M. Mametova and A. Moldagulova
- Astana Square
- Abay Opera and Ballet Theater
- Nedelka Fountain
- Tulebayev Street
- Museum and Apartment of D. A. Kunayev
Recommended tours:
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