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For example, in 2025, one of the December corporate parties we organized had a “Gala Dinner” theme. This is one of the most convenient concepts when you have 710 guests. To manage the flow of people inside the restaurant, we had to involve 20 crowd managers. The security team alone consisted of 60 people, and that was also a private company. With such a large number of guests, almost any theme will turn into a gala dinner within an hour anyway. And if you also consider that the bar was operating on an unlimited basis, it becomes clear that in a situation like this, what you really need is not a theme. What you need are hosts — experienced, well-known, and, naturally, expensive ones.

There is nothing more frightening than experiencing “cringe” in front of management at a New Year corporate party. It is an especially uncomfortable feeling for the HR specialist, who is ultimately responsible for the evening. Quite often, an awkward situation is caused by the host’s lack of preparation, and the issue has little to do with their energy or entertainment program. The real problem lies in their inner substance. Without understanding the level of the guests sitting in front of them — especially those seated at the first four tables — a “cringeworthy” host follows the notorious idea of “bringing the house down at any cost.” They start asking each side of the room about their mood before even giving the first official guest the floor.

What theme should you choose? As early as August this year, HR specialists at many companies will begin thinking about themes for their New Year corporate parties. Traditionally, the first ideas will revolve around the most talked-about sensations of the year. These are usually movie premieres, sporting events, musical sensations, or retrospective concepts. By the way, returning to past eras is gradually becoming a corporate trend. Depending on the average age of the team, for some people a retro theme means the Soviet-era “Blue Light” TV show, while for others it means returning to the music of the 2000s.

In December 2025, we organized a highly effective, stylish, and completely alcohol-free corporate evening right in our client’s office. How did we manage to do it? Thanks to the good old KVN! It might sound ordinary, if the final result hadn’t turned out to be so original! There were plenty of benefits: during the preparation process, all six teams became much closer and had the opportunity to sharpen their creative skills. Over 20 days of rehearsals, they learned to think creatively, understand one another on a creative level, and develop public speaking skills. The KVN event was held in the format of a single competition, and all 250 colleagues felt like spectators at a real television show. The teams were coached by an experienced KVN team from the Premier League, which gave every performance the authentic atmosphere of the famous game. The festive buffet was organized right in the foyer at the entrance to the conference hall. The New Year decorations, atmosphere, and menu were all designed around the concept of a magical New Year celebration. The mystery of the holiday, the anticipation of midnight, and a truly festive mood filled the space. Musical groups and a host entertained the guests during the buffet. An hour later, everyone was invited into the hall, where the KVN competition began. The host was Nurzhan Beisenov, an actor from the KVN team “Kazakhi.” There was the traditional parade of teams, the introduction of the jury, and rows of supporters who came to the game with specially prepared posters. Everything was just like on television! The quality of the humor remained at a high level, while the teams’ preparation and acting skills inspired genuine excitement throughout the hall. The colleagues certainly did not expect a corporate party like this. The advantages of such a New Year corporate party theme are obvious: team unity, the development of a loyal and creative corporate culture, and an opportunity to discover your colleagues from a completely different and unusual perspective. From an organizational point of view, such a corporate event is especially valuable because of its preparation process: during the 20 days leading up to the event, the teams go through many challenges usually known only to experienced KVN players. And ideologically, the celebration remains engaging right until the final moment, because it is completely alcohol-free while still being genuinely entertaining. If your company has more than 200 employees, a New Year KVN event is one of the brightest solutions both for a festive evening and for team building!

Once, the sun and the earth gifted the world a boy whose birth was marked by the arrival of a foal born from the spirit of a sacred mare. Their destinies unfold side by side: the human learns to hear the earth, while Zhelkanat learns to feel the breath of a human being. At first, it is friendship, but later it becomes a journey of trials — separation, fear, and growing up. Together, they must overcome hardships and find a new home. Following archaeological excavations in the North Kazakhstan region, traces of the ancient Botai settlement were discovered. This finding became a major cultural event and sparked widespread discussion within the country’s artistic community. The remarkable discovery inspired many creative individuals in different ways, but the most profound and touching interpretation was presented by the unique dance theater “Sensitive” from Petropavlovsk. The group has earned well-deserved recognition in the world of choreography as participants, laureates, and winners of numerous prestigious international awards. Their arrival in the capital became a significant event for admirers of the genre. The word “unique” is truly fitting for the “Sensitive” dance theater, as some of its performers were born with hearing impairments. This raises the question: how do they rehearse? How do they achieve synchronization and feel one another on stage?

On May 28, as part of the annual Event Organizer’s Day celebration, the Dancehub.kz portal launched an initiative to recognize performers from the capital whose profiles attracted significant interest from internet users. The winners were determined based on profile traffic, search query statistics, and visit frequency according to search engine analytics data. In the “Guest Reception” category, the award was presented to “Pal Palych & Co.”, while Bakhtiyar Aryngazin was recognized for having the Best Host Profile. Other award categories included “Best Photographer,” won by Maksim Zhusupov; “Best Musical Group,” awarded to UMAY Band; and “Best Dance Ensemble,” won by Art International. In addition, a special category featuring choreographer-directors was introduced for the first time, with Sadykova Anvara Aripovna taking the top honor.

Today, organizing a high-quality concert program for a Kazakh wedding in Astana can cost around 2 million tenge as a full-service package. And believe it, this budget can provide professionally selected performers. It usually includes an experienced and tactful host who works well with any audience and charges a fair fee, as well as a professional theater group of 7 performers who will accompany your celebration with national performances at a solid level. One of the unique features of such a theater group is its versatility. After welcoming the in-laws (kudalar), the male performers can transform into a vocal trio and present an impressive retro music block. Meanwhile, the female performers can change into traditional costumes and perform the “Kamazhai” dance and other national dances, nicely enriching the overall wedding scenario. With a team of about 8 people, you get a complete package: a bilingual host, theatrical performances for welcoming guests, the bride’s entrance, and depending on the format — the “synsu” farewell ritual or even a special performance for the traditional serving of meat.

For over 14 years, Килиманджаро шоу has remained one of the most in-demand acts in the country’s event industry. In many regions, weddings are no longer planned around “perfect” calendar dates, but around the band’s availability — and this has become the norm. They are not impressed by quick money, large deposits, or business-class flights. They are true artists — dedicated, sincere, and professional. Their mission is to serve people through эмоции and atmosphere. In terms of emotional impact, Serge Fabris and Jay have virtually no equals. Their performances are booked 2–3 months in advance. When performing outside Астана, their fee includes travel, but they remain flexible and open to different formats.