The Culture Committee of the Ministry of Culture and Sports of the Republic of Kazakhstan (hereinafter referred to as the Committee) announces the establishment of the Umai National Art Award.
The award is presented in four main categories: "Theatrical Art", "Musical and Performing Art", "Choreographic Art", "Fine and Decorative Arts", each of which has its own nominations.
In addition, within the framework of the Umai-2022 award, a special prize was established to coincide with the Year of Children in Kazakhstan – "For the best children's Performance".
It is worth noting that the organizing committee and the expert commission included well-known personalities in the fields of art, in which they will have to choose the best of the best. The acceptance of competitive applications will last until December 9 this year.
Citizens of the Republic of Kazakhstan who are laureates of international and national competitions, festivals and exhibitions, as well as candidates whose activities are innovative and contribute to the development of culture and art of Kazakhstan can apply for the award. Nominees may be nominated by republican, regional or local authorities, cultural organizations, non-governmental organizations and public associations, creative unions and associations, educational institutions in the field of culture and art.