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Special Event: Artist Focus
25 January 2026 | 3:00–5:00 PM
Video Conference with Almagul Menlibayeva
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This special event focuses on the work of Almagul Menlibayeva, one of the most influential contemporary artists from Central Asia, whose practice spans video, photography, textiles, and installation.
Programme Highlights:
15:00 — Screening of video works
15:50 — Introductory talk by Darya Kalembet, Assistant Curator of FLOW
16:10 — Live discussion with Almagul Menlibayeva (via video conference) followed by Q&A
Screening List:
Eternal Bride (2002, 11’29)
Steppen Baroque (2003, 10’26)
Transoxiana Dreams (2011, 23’20)
Born in Almaty and currently working between Germany and Kazakhstan, Menlibayeva’s work explores post-Soviet realities, decolonial feminist perspectives, ecology, and nomadic mythologies. Her works have been presented internationally, including at the Venice Biennale and the Sydney Biennale.
Flow: Central Asian Video Art Programme runs from 28 November, 2025, to January 18, 2026, with a preview on November 28, 6-8 PM. The programme is open on Thursday, Saturday 2 pm – 6 pm, and Sunday 12 pm – 4 pm, or by appointment. To book an appointment or for general and press enquiries, please contact info@threehighgate.com or indira@ainalaiynspace.com
The exhibition is co-curated by Indira Dyussebayeva-Ziyabek and Aliya de Tiesenhausen, and assistant curator Darya Kalembet, produced in collaboration with Three Highgate Gallery and Ainalaiyn Space.