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Azerbaijan State Academic Drama Theatre
Azərbaycan Akademik Milli Dram Teatrı
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General information
Type Theatre
Location Baku, Azerbaijan
Completed 1919

The Azerbaijan State Academic Drama Theatre (Azerbaijani: Azərbaycan Akademik Milli Dram Teatrı) is a very important and famous theatre in Baku, Azerbaijan. It's a special place where amazing plays are performed for everyone to enjoy.

The Theatre's Story

The idea of theatre in Azerbaijan started a long time ago with national holidays and dances. People would act out stories and characters during festivals and special events. These early performances were the first steps towards modern theatre.

The first professional play was performed on March 10, 1873. It was a funny play called "Vizier of Lankaran khanate" by M.F.Akhundov. Hasan bey Zardabi and students from Baku helped put on this show. This event is seen as the official start of professional theatre in Azerbaijan.

In 1919, different acting groups came together, and the theatre became officially recognized by the state. Over the years, the theatre had many different names. It was called the "State Theatre," "United State Theatre," and "Azerbaijani Turkic Drama Theatre." From 1923 to 1933, it was named after Dadash Bunyatzade. Then, from 1933 to 1991, it was named after Meshadi Azizbekov. Finally, in 1991, it received its current name: the "Azerbaijan State Academic Drama Theatre."

What Happens at the Theatre

"Əmir Teymur" tamaşası (Azərbaycan Dövlət Akademik Milli Dram Teatrının tamaşası, 22 iyun 2014-cü il)
Amir Teymur (Spectacle of Azerbaijan State Academic Drama Theatre). Directed by Mehriban Alakbarzadeh

The Azerbaijan State Academic Drama Theatre has always been very active. Many famous actors have performed here, including Huseyn Arablinski, Mirzaagha Aliyev, Alasgar Alakbarov, and Barat Shekinskaya.

The theatre stages plays by famous Azerbaijani writers like Jafar Jabbarly, Mirza Fatali Akhundov, and Huseyn Javid. They also perform plays by world-famous writers such as Shakespeare, Schiller, Molière, and Tolstoy.

The theatre's acting group has traveled to many different cities and countries. They have performed in Moscow, Saint Petersburg, Tbilisi, Turkey, Germany, and Cyprus. Some of their performances have even won special awards.

The Talented Team

The theatre is home to many talented actors and directors who bring stories to life on stage.

People's Actors

These actors have received a special honor for their amazing work:

  • Sayavush Aslan
  • Yashar Nuri
  • Nureddin Guliyev
  • Basti Bekirova
  • Firangiz Mutallimova
  • Rafael Dadashov
  • Ilham Alesgerov
  • Zarnigar Atakishiyeva
  • Telman Adigozalov
  • Meleyke Esedova and others

Honoured Actors

These actors are also recognized for their great contributions to theatre:

  • Asger Mamedoglu
  • Sabir Mamedov
  • Jafar Namig Kamal
  • Sadig Imanov
  • Saida Guliyeva
  • Parviz Bagirov and others

Chief Director

  • Merahim Farzalibeyov is the main director who guides the plays.

See also

Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Teatro Académico Estatal de Drama de Azerbaiyán para niños

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