Rustam Minnikhanov: Puppet theatre is a gift for our children

New building of the Puppet theatre has today opened in Kazan.

The official opening ceremony was attended by the Tatarstan President Rustam Minnikhanov and RT State Counselor Mintimer Shaimiev.

By the way, construction of new building started in October, 2008. According to RT Minister of construction, architecture and housing Irek Faizullin the project’s cost made 1,3 bln roubles. Funding was provided by the Tatarstan budget.

The building which looks like a fairy castle contains two halls for 258 and 100 places, children’s cafés and play grounds, and children’s center “Ekiyat”. The Kazan minor academy of arts and art school will soon move here as well.

Speaking to first spectators President of Tatarstan Rustam Minnikhanov called opening of the theatre a big event.

RT President believes that it is of great importance to create conditions for development of our children, and new theatre is just the very place.

Rustam Minnikhanov reminded that construction of new Puppet theatre was initiated by first RT President Mintimer Shaimiev.

Accompanied by other honorable guests President of Tatarstan looked over the new theatre and joined young spectators in the audience hall.