Alyona Aliyeva attends a cultural event at Heydar Aliyev Center in Baku during the Baku Art Festival 2026

Cultural Desk, Delhi Magazine: Alyona Aliyeva, daughter-in-law of Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev, visited the Heydar Aliyev Center in Baku to attend a performance of Alfred and Violetta, presented by the Rezo Gabriadze Tbilisi State Marionette Theatre.

The performance was part of the Baku Art Festival 2026, which is taking place from October 28 to November 8. The production brought the traditional art of Georgian marionette theatre to the Azerbaijani capital.

‘Alfred and Violetta’ Presents a Unique Puppet Theatre Experience

The play is based on the creative vision of renowned Georgian theatre director and puppeteer Rezo Gabriadze. It combines detailed marionette performances with emotional storytelling and theatrical elements.

The production draws inspiration from Alexandre Dumas fils’ novel La Dame aux Camélias and Giuseppe Verdi’s opera La Traviata, presenting a story of love through the distinctive style of puppet theatre.

The Rezo Gabriadze Tbilisi State Marionette Theatre is internationally recognised for its handcrafted puppets and imaginative stage productions. The performance at the Heydar Aliyev Center was another opportunity for Baku audiences to experience the company’s theatrical work.

Delhi Magazine has also covered Leyla Aliyeva’s participation in cultural events in Azerbaijan, including the opening of the ENGRAM art exhibition in Baku.

Alessandra Rossi

**Alessandra Rossi** is a political writer focusing on European politics, government policies, international relations, and major political developments across Europe. Her work explores elections, political leadership, policy decisions, and the issues shaping the European Union and its member states. Through clear, informative, and balanced reporting, she aims to help readers understand the political changes influencing Europe and its role in global affairs.

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