Astana, February 20, 2025 – The Kazakh National Academy of Choreography continues to strengthen its international reputation. Yesterday, the largest European news channel Euronews released a special report on the Kazakh ballet school as part of the Modern Nomads program, which is broadcasted in 160 countries around the world. Modern Nomads is a new editorial series of programs on the Euronews TV channel, in which a reporter embarks on a journey through the diverse cultural attractions of Kazakhstan, combining modernity with tradition and focusing on an international perspective. As part of the program, viewers will discover national art, fashion, architecture, design and other areas of cultural development of the country. In the release "The rising stars of the Kazakh ballet conquer the central stage of Astana", Euronews TV channel spoke about outstanding young artists combining classical art with national traditions. Kazakhstan is confidently turning into a global ballet center, and the Kazakh National Academy of Choreography plays a key role in training and developing new talents.

Among the brightest representatives of the new wave is Torgyn Leben, who recently won 1st place at the prestigious European ballet competition Budapest Ballet Grand Prix – 2025 (teacher - Kokshinova S.Y.). Her performance raises the national art to a new level and inspires the younger generation of artists.

Altynai Asylmuratova, Artistic director of the Kazakh National Academy of Choreography, emphasized that her main goal is to transfer to young artists all the experience and knowledge that was once invested in her by teachers and tutors.:

"I want them to become better than me. This is my mission."

Altynai Asylmuratova is one of the key figures of the Kazakh ballet, a true inspirer and mentor of a new generation of artists. By virtue of her vision, dedication and aspiration to perfection, the Academy not only preserves traditions but also forms a new image of the national ballet school, which is gaining worldwide recognition.

The report on the Kazakh ballet school at Modern Nomads highlights the high level of training of the artists and enhances their international recognition. Now the Kazakh ballet and, in particular, the Kazakh National Academy of Choreography are known far beyond the borders of the country, which strengthens the image of Kazakhstan as a state with a developed system of choreographic education and a high level of training of artists. The Academy cooperates with world choreographic institutions in China, Russia, Italy, France, etc. For reference: Euronews is Europe's leading international news channel, broadcasting in 16 languages and available in 160 countries. Its audience covers more than 430 million households, and its editorial policy is aimed at covering significant global events in politics, economics, science, and culture.

Broadcasting a report about the Kazakh ballet school on Euronews is not only a recognition of the professionalism of its artists but also an important step in promoting Kazakh ballet to the world stage. This event opens up new prospects for cooperation with foreign professional communities and attracts the attention of international experts and art fans.

https://www.euronews.com/culture/2025/02/19/meet-the-rising-stars-of-kazakh-ballet-at-astanas-world-class-academy