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Mozart Evening by Candlelight. Ars Caspia Ensemble

🎻 On December 20, at 18:30 and at 20:30, a unique concert will be held in Baku - "Mozart Evening by Candlelight" in the incredibly beautiful historical building of the Kapellhaus. Imagine: an old hall in the soft light of hundreds of candles, the first chords of the strings - and you are transported to the era of Mozart. The music fills the space with warmth and light, making your heart freeze from the beauty. This evening is not just a concert, but a meeting with the living soul of the great genius. “Mozart Evening” is an opportunity to hear the immortal works of the genius of the 18th century performed by the best musicians of Azerbaijan. Within the walls of the old Kapellhaus, where the sound of the notes, thanks to the unique acoustics, is especially pure and deep, Mozart’s music will sound in a new way - lively, sincere, and inspiring. The atmosphere of the Kapellhaus chamber hall creates the feeling that the music is playing just for you. Before the concert, guests will be able to enjoy the atmosphere of the Kapellhaus in the flickering candlelight, take photos, and simply pause for a moment in the flow of city life. This evening will give you the live sound of classical music - emotional, with soul and passion. ⏰ Start at 18:30 and 20:30📍 Location: Kapellhaus, 35, 28 May Street The organizers of the concert are Ars Caspia, which means “The Art of the Caspian Sea” in Latin. Ars Caspian is a company that unites the best cultural projects of Azerbaijan under its wing. Ars Caspia develops the cultural scene of Azerbaijan, revealing to the world our talented musicians, artists, and performers. Each of our projects is a dialogue between the past and the present, between tradition and inspiration born here, on the shores of the Caspian Sea. We create concerts that you don’t just want to listen to - you want to live them. 🎶Ensemble - Ars Caspia Ensemble Ars Caspia Ensemble is a collective that brings together outstanding musicians with international recognition. Their mastery, energy, and refined taste turn any performance into an unforgettable emotional event. The ensemble includes famous honored artists of Azerbaijan: Renata Abubekirova (First Violin) - The first Violin of the Symphony Orchestra of the Azerbaijan Opera and Ballet Theatre, a participant of the symphonic project Neue Philharmonie München, performed solo and with orchestras in France, Germany, Italy, China, and other countries. Yulia Motorina (Second Violin) - Honored Artist of the Republic of Azerbaijan, a soloist of the Azerbaijan State Chamber Orchestra named after Gara Garayev and of the Symphony Orchestra of the Opera and Ballet Theatre. Orkhan Dzhumaev (Cello) - The first cello of the Dost Inkluziv orchestra. He has performed with various orchestras and ensembles abroad, participated in the prestigious Tsinandali Festival in Georgia and the Neue Philharmonie München symphony project. Rena Ragimova (Viola) - Honored Artist of the Republic of Azerbaijan, a soloist of the Symphony Orchestra of the Azerbaijan Opera and Ballet Theatre, laureate of international competitions. Hasan Asadov (Double bass) - Soloist in the Symphony Orchestra of the Azerbaijan Opera and Ballet Theater and the Azerbaijan State Symphony Orchestra named after Uzeyir Hajibeyov. He has performed in various orchestras and ensembles abroad. These performers are not just an ensemble. They are a true creative laboratory where the living energy of music is born. 🎼 Program -W.A. Mozart - Eine kleine Nachtmusik (A Little Night Music) -W.A. Mozart - Divertimento (F-Dur, D-Dur) -V.A.Mozart - "Aria of the Queen of the Night" from the opera The Magic Flute  -W.A.Mozart - String Quartet No. 4 in C major K. 157 *The organizers reserve the right to make changes to the program. 🎟️ The number of seats is limited. Book in advance so as not to miss the most beautiful musical event of December.

20 December 2025

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Thumbelina

This event is available as QR tickets or as physical tickets sold at city box offices. QR tickets will be activated on the day of the event. To use your QR tickets, you need to log into your personal account in the iTicket.AZ mobile application.More about QR tickets: QR ticketHans Christian Andersen. "Thumbelina" Age rating: 3+ Author: Hans Christian AndersenDirector: Ayla OsmanovaTranslation: Ayla OsmanovaStarring: Aydan Hasanzade, Ramil Shamiloglu, Khayala Gasimova, Anar Seyfullayev, Irada Rashidova, Konul Abilova, Elgun Yahyayev, Matlab AbushovGenre: fairy tale playDuration: one act, 50 minutes There is a writer’s desk on stage. A candle is lit on it, and a pen — Pen (Girl) — and a sheet of paper — Sheet (Boy) — lie on the table. A Swallow is looking for the author of the play, the esteemed writer Andersen. Not finding him, she tells the children: “I will tell you this tale myself.” In the magical story told by the Swallow, a kind Woman who dreams of becoming a mother visits a Wizard. The Wizard gives her a grain of wheat, which she plants in a pot. But the heroine of the tale does not appear… That’s when a magical and captivating children’s story comes to life on stage — Thumbelina comes to meet the children. In this play full of exciting events, Thumbelina faces many challenges. But each time, she is saved by the help of kind friends. “Thumbelina” carries a beautiful message for children: to find your place in life, you need a sincere heart and kind actions. That’s when true happiness will find you.

04 January 2026

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CırtdaNino

This event is available as QR tickets or as physical tickets sold at city box offices. QR tickets will be activated on the day of the event. To use your QR tickets, you need to log into your personal account in the iTicket.AZ mobile application.More about QR tickets: QR ticketAzerbaijani Folk Tale "CırtdaNino" Age restriction: 3+Author: Parvin NuraliyevaDirector: Elshad RahimzadeComposer: Jahangir ZulfugarovLead roles performed by: Honored Artists Shafag Aliyeva, Mehriban Abdullayeva, Nasiba Eldarova, Elnur Huseynov, actors Asya Atakishiyeva, Zumrud Guliyeva, Ramil Mammadov, Hokuma Rahimzade, Aydan Hasan-zade, Huseyn Bayramov, Anar SefiyevGenre: allegory (fairy tale-play)Duration: one-act, 50 minutes The Azerbaijani folk tale "Cırtdan" tells the story of a clever young boy named Cırtdan who saves children from a mythical creature, the Div. Cırtdan is one of the most beloved characters in Azerbaijani folklore. Many recall the tale of how Cırtdan and his friends spent a night in the Div's house. At midnight, the Div entered the room and asked, "Who is asleep, who is awake?" To which Cırtdan replied, "Everyone is asleep, Cırtdan is awake." This phrase has become a popular saying, and parents often jokingly refer to their children as "Cırtdan." Our play is dedicated to this cherished character. But what adventures await Cırtdan in our story? Cırtdan ventures into the forest to gather firewood with neighboring children. On their way back, they lose their way in the dark. Following a light they see in the distance, they arrive at the Div's house. At night, the Div attempts to lure the children to eat them. Nino and her companions from the Planet of Scholars come to the children's rescue. These benevolent aliens strive to establish peace on Earth and ensure the planet stays in its orbit. Nino saves Cırtdan and his friends, taking them to the Planet of Scholars, where they learn about science before safely returning home. This fairy tale-play encourages protecting nature, loyalty in friendship, and the importance of knowledge and perseverance in the fight for good.

02 January 2026

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