BAKU, Azerbaijan, December 24. The Irevan State
Azerbaijani Drama Theater reopened its doors on December 24
following an extensive renovation and reconstruction project
ordered by President Ilham Aliyev, Trend reports.
The revamped theater, now fully modernized, aims to enhance both
the creative potential of the troupe and the broader development of
Azerbaijan’s national theater scene.
Before the official opening, Culture Minister Adil Karimli,
theater staff, cultural figures, representatives of the Western
Azerbaijan Community, and MPs toured the facility.
As part of the reconstruction project, the theater building,
covering an area of 3,000 square meters, was fully modernized.
Theater officials highlighted upgrades to the main stage, lighting
and sound systems, technical infrastructure, and the creation of a
new small stage, as well as improved acoustics and redesigned
seating in the auditorium.
The renovation also included new rehearsal spaces, makeup rooms,
decoration areas, and technical service zones to support both the
administrative and creative teams. Officials said the updates go
beyond physical improvements, reflecting a broader push to
integrate the theater fully into contemporary performance practices
and expand its repertoire.
The opening ceremony featured speeches from Karimli, Chairman of
the Western Azerbaijan Community, MP Aziz Alakbarli, and the
chairman of the Union of Theater Figures, People’s Artist Haji
Ismayilov. The speakers expressed gratitude to President Ilham
Aliyev and First Vice President Mehriban Aliyeva, head of the
Heydar Aliyev Foundation, for their support in promoting cultural
development and creating modern performance spaces.
The theater troupe concluded the ceremony by delivering a formal
address to President Ilham Aliyev, thanking him for the renovations
and pledging continued commitment to advancing Azerbaijani theater
arts.
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