THE EVOLUTION OF MUSICAL THEATRE IN THE ERA OF MODERNISM AND ITS INFLUENCE ON CONTEMPORARY ART FORMS

Authors : Cholpon Turumbaeva, Aleksandr Zheshcinskii

Pages : 3580-3607

Doi:10.51576/ymd.1793744

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Publication Date : 2025-12-31

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :This study examines the transformation of theatrical and musical forms under the influence of modernist trends. Using historical-cultural, comparative, and analytical methods, it explores how modernism shaped the development of theatrical and musical practices in Kyrgyzstan within the broader context of contemporary art. Findings show that modernism significantly influenced theatrical art, encouraging innovative forms of expression. Twentieth-century theatre actively sought new ways to portray social and psychological realities. Modernist practitioners broke with aesthetic and dramaturgical conventions – particularly in terms of form and character typification – creating art that reflected the inner world of protagonists and new conceptions of reality. The formation of national theatre in Kyrgyzstan is directly linked to the broader trajectory of cultural development amidst socio-political transformations. For an extended period, theatrical art in Kyrgyzstan evolved within the framework of Soviet ideology; however, over time, the desire to comprehend and articulate national identity on stage gained prominence. By incorporating elements of folk culture and folklore, Kyrgyz theatre cultivated a distinctive style that fused traditional motifs with modern theatrical forms. Gradually, the theatre acquired an identity deeply rooted in the national character and history of the country, while simultaneously responding to shifts within the global cultural landscape. A key milestone in Kyrgyz national opera is the production of “Alymbek and Kurmanzhan”. This work dramatizes historical events and heroic figures, enabling contemporary audiences to engage with their heritage. Its performance not only preserves cultural memory but also promotes national values and fosters patriotic consciousness among younger generations.
Keywords : Sahne yaratıcılığı, kültürel dönüşüm, estetik, inovasyon, ulusal kimlik, yaratıcı stratejiler, tür sentezi, sanatsal arayışlar

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