State Academic Russian Drama Theatre Mikhail Lermontov

The State Academic Russian Drama Theatre is a theatre in central Almaty where performances take place entirely in the Russian language throughout the year. The building underwent major renovations beginning in 2006, receiving modern stage lighting, sound equipment, and improved ventilation before reopening in 2008.

The theatre was founded in 1933 in Semipalatinskoe and later relocated to Almaty. It received its current name in 1954 to honor Mikhail Lermontov on the 150th anniversary of his birth.

The theatre stages Russian classics such as Gogol and Chekhov alongside works by Shakespeare and Molière. This mix of Russian and European dramas shapes what you see on stage throughout the year.

The theatre is centrally located and easy to reach by public transport. Check performance schedules ahead of time and arrive early, as shows tend to attract good audiences.

Local residents call theatre members Lermontovets, a nickname that became part of everyday language in Almaty starting in the 1960s. This local term shows how deeply the theatre is woven into the city's daily life.

Location: Almaty

Inception: 1933

Website: http://tl.kz

GPS coordinates: 43.24304,76.94404

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:46