Representing the avant-garde element of the Almaty theatrical scene, ArtiShock has been challenging audiences for a decade with its unique performances that are often heavily improvised and sometimes feature audience participation. Expect collaborative works from ensemble casts featuring musicians, artists and vocalists, with names such as ‘Angel with a Moustache’, ‘Clowns’ and ‘Back in the USSR’. ArtiShock also stages workshops, debates and performance art pieces. Tickets are priced from 1,500- 3,000 KZT and performances are usually staged several times a week at 7 or 8pm.