Astana Opera and ESM Event Management proudly present
VIENNA BALL
ASTANA
September 6 | Astana Opera House
A Vienna-Style Ball set to take place in the magnificent Opera House of Astana, in dedication of the 200th anniversary of Johann Strauss II.
THE Event
A grand Viennese Ball dedicated to the “Waltz King” Johann Strauss II.
Experience an unforgettable night of elegance and enchantment at the Vienna Ball in Astana — dazzling performances, waltz and group dances, a lavish gala dinner, live music and much more, all set in the majestic Astana Opera House on September 6th!
THE Venue
Astana Opera is the biggest Opera House in Central Asia.
It was built in 2013 taking into account the best classical tradition of world architecture, mixed with the national flavor of Kazakh culture. Its technical equipment meets international standards.
Address: Astana Opera, Astana Kunaeva Street 1
Program highlights
Dance
A Grand opening Ceremony, showcases of professional dance stars and joyous group dances for all participants like the famous Viennese Quadrille.
live music
A live symphonic and jazz orchestra will entertain you throughout the evening and guide your steps on the dancefloor.
gala dinner
Indulge in a multi-course gala dinner and enjoy fine cuisine while whitnessing the stunning performances of our acts.
opera stars
Famous Opera stars will perform the works of Johann Strauss II which are known worldwide.
Esteemed guests
Get ready to meet more than 400 prominent guests and from Kazakhstan, Austria, Uzbekistan and other countries.
get ready
Don your finest smokings and dresses and join the prestiguous and culturally enriching event of the year!
The hosts
Guiding you through the evening are our esteemed hosts Dinara Satzhan and Dr. Pierre Gider.
Dinara Satzhan
Dinara Satzhan is a Kazakhstani journalist, TV presenter, entrepreneur, fashion producer, owner of a network of Kazakhstani multi-brand stores, as well as the brand ‘Dinara Satzhan’, and a blogger.
Dr. Pierre Gider
Pierre Gider is a seven-time Austrian ballroom dance champion, choreographer, university professor in the city of Graz, and host of many international dance events. He will be our MC and guide you through the Viennese Quadrille.
our stars
Experience high-class entertainment and performances by our stars.
Thomas Weinhappel
The Austrian Bariton rose to fame after his exceptional stage performances throughout Austria in his early career and is recognized internationally, winning the prestigious Thalia Award and being crowned “Best Opera Singer 2016” for his interpetation of Hamlet.
Gerrit Priessnitz
The German conductor Gerrit Priessnitz earns unanimous praise for his interpretations of the classical-romantic repertoire and contemporary music. The Chief conductor of the Tiroler Landestheater Innsbruck is a sought-after guest for many international symphony orchestras and opera houses.
Starikov Matvey &
Samojlenko Maria
The Dance power couple Matvey & Maria are the current stars of the professional dance world. The three-time World Champions, crowned Blackpool Champions 2025 and WDC AL European Champions will perform an extraordinary showcase for you.
Tickets
Tickets will be available soon!