Kazakh Opera Finds New Voice in ‘Appaq, the Qypshaq Daughter’

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA— “Appaq, the Qypshaq Daughter” premiered at Astana Opera on May 21–22, reflecting a large-scale addition to the country’s modern operatic repertoire. Dedicated to the 35th anniversary of Kazakhstan’s independence, the production tells a story of war, memory and loss, and the human cost of violence. Based on a drama by Gabit Musrepov, the opera… The post Kazakh Opera Finds New Voice in ‘Appaq, the Qypshaq Daughter’ appeared first on The Astana Times.