X international theatre festival “Nauruz” opened in Kazan
31 May 2011, Tuesday
X international theatre festival of Turkic peoples “Nauruz” opened in Kazan at the square in front of G.Kamal theatre. President of Tatarstan Rustam Minnikhanov took part in the opening ceremony.
Hundreds of Kazan citizens and guests willing to enjoy art and culture of Turkic peoples gathered at festive square.
Stepanida Borisova, People’s actress of Russia, one of the best Yakut actresses, an outstanding ethnic singer took part in celebrations. Also artists from Azerbaijan, Bashkiria and Tuva performed at the ceremony.
Rustam Minnikhanov stressed that tenth anniversary of the festival “Nauruz” is a significant event for Tatarstan. He wished all participants of the festival good luck and pleasant time spending.
Head of Department for folk art under RF Ministry of culture Galina Furmanova emphasized: “Hospitable land of Tatarstan is hosting the majority of creative groups. Our goal is to preserve atmosphere of mutual understanding and friendship.
The distinguished guest of “Nauruz” - Director of St.Petersburg small drama theatre - Theatre of Europe, People’s artist of Russia, Laureate of State prizes of Russia Lev Dodin addressed people gathered at the square.
The letter of Head of international organization TURKSOI was read at the festival.
Concert of People’s artist of Tatarstan, honored artist of Russia and Bashkortostan Salavat Fatkhetdinov finished the ceremony.
On 20 December, speaking at a meeting held by the Rais (Head) of Tatarstan Rustam Minnikhanov in the Government House of the republic with participation of the regional Prime Minister Aleksey Pesoshin and all municipalities taking part in it via videoconference, the First Deputy Minister of Construction, Architecture and House Utilities Sector of the republic Damir Shaydullin informed that huge work in capital overhaul of 713 social and cultural facilities have been completed in the republic with the total cost of work of 15bn rubles.
On 20 December, in his address on the occasion of the Russian Security Bodies Officers Day, Tatarstan Prime Minister Aleksey Pesoshin congratulated employees and old stagers of the service with their professional holiday and wrote: “
Throughout the history of our state, security agencies have stood guard over national interests of Russia and protected the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the country. Your high professionalism, courage and dedication to duty are a reliable shield against external and internal threats.
On 15 December, speaking at a meeting of the competition committee of the regional public competition “The Manager of the Year” about its results in 2025, Tatarstan Prime Minister Aleksey Pesoshin said that the list of 155 participants (nominees), who are heads of enterprises and organizations from various industries and sectors of the economy, for the competition was formed based on recommendations from regional ministries and departments, city and district municipalities, employers' associations and the Federation of Trade Unions of the republic.
On 6 December speaking at a regional meeting held by the Rais (Head) of Tatarstan Rustam Minnikhanov in the Government House of the republic with all municipalities taking part in it via videoconference, the regional Minister of Construction, Architecture and Housing Utilities Sector Marat Ayzatullin reported about progress in implementation of the of multi-apartment houses capital overhaul programme.