Recital of Askhat Khismatov

On March 14, 2016 at the Great Reading Room of the National Library of the Republic of Tatarstan (ul. Kremlevskaya, d. 33) within the framework of the "Theatrical lounge" there was held the rectile of People's Artist of the Republic of Tatarstan, the actor Tatar State Academic Theatre named after G. Kamal Askhat Hismatov. The meeting brought together the colleagues of an artist - the actors of the theater, his friends, fans, readers of the library and connoisseurs of theatrical art.

Holding the meetings of the "Theatrical lounge" in the walls of the National Library of the Republic of Tatarstan has become a good tradition. At the beginning of the meeting the Director of the Tatar State Academic Theatre named after G. Kamal, Ilfir Yakupov, was awarded with the second edition of album "Welcome to the "Theatrical lounge!", published by "Milli Kitap". Mr. Yakupov thanked for the gift and mentioned that this project turned to be successful and in the future the project will be surely be extended.

All participants were given a unique opportunity to learn firsthand about the life and work of the favorite artist. Throughout the evening Askhat Khismatov with his characteristic charm performed songs from the performances, conquering the hearts of the audience. Warm, friendly atmosphere of the meeting was supported by colleagues from the theater. Actors Firaya Akbarova, Alfia Zaripova, Rishat Akhmadullin, Rail Shamsuarov talked about the memorable moments of co-creation and have pleased the audience with the concert numbers. The young theater actor, master of eloquence Fannur Muhamatzyanov has read the poetry. All stories were accompanied with the video screenings of excerpts from the numerous productions with the participation of Askhat Hismatov, in which he had played for more than 30 years of creative activity of the master on the stage and in the films. A striking ornament of the evening has became a congratulatory speech in poem of the artist's daughter Ilsiyar Hismatova. With the words of gratitude addressed to the hero of the occasion, the Deputy Director for the Scientific research of the National Library of the Republic of Tatarstan Irek Hadiev. As a sign of gratitude for the work and in memory of the meeting he presented to the actor a colorful album, issued on the 150th anniversary of the library.

Guests of the meeting received a good mood and sincere pleasure of communicating with the favorite actor. In parting, Askhat Khismatov made numerous photos with his fans, all who expressed a desire had got discs with the songs and the autographs of the actor.