State Academic Opera and Ballet Theatre of Tajikistan Sadriddin Ayni

The State Academic Opera and Ballet Theatre is an opera house in central Dushanbe on Rudaki Avenue, near the 800th anniversary of Moscow square. The building houses opera performances, ballet shows, and other theatrical productions on a large stage with full technical facilities.

Construction of the opera house began in 1938 under Soviet influence and was completed in 1940. The building was designed by Soviet architects and reflects the artistic infrastructure developed in Central Asia during that period.

The theater presents classical operas alongside traditional Tajik performances that reflect the region's artistic heritage. The stage serves as a meeting point where local and European artistic traditions come together in contemporary productions.

The theater is centrally located in Dushanbe and easy to reach by public transport. The official website operabalet.tj provides information about current shows and helps with planning your visit.

The theater bears the name of Tajik writer Sadriddin Ayni, an important literary figure in the region. This naming connects the building to Tajikistan's intellectual history and honors one of the country's most significant artists.

Location: Dushanbe

Inception: 1940

Address: проспект Рудаки 28

Opening Hours: Monday-Saturday 10:00-23:00; Sunday 12:00-23:00

Phone: +992372271666

Website: http://operabalet.tj

GPS coordinates: 38.56861,68.79500

Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:43