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About Us

Ritual Theater and Creativity Laboratory was founded on February 11, 2020 by director and educator Aynur Zarrintac. The theater operates both domestically and internationally and works with different age groups of local communities.

In addition to social projects and performances, Ritual Theater and Creativity Laboratory carries out a number of experiments in the direction of the digitalization of theater. It works on the integration of Immersive Reality (VR/AR) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in social issues and art.

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What We Do

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The main goal of the theater is to teach social issues through theater methodology and create resources in the Azerbaijani language together with community members in different regions of Azerbaijan and in the capital. Ritual Theater operates both domestically and internationally, collaborating with local communities of various age groups.

  • Theater and art

    The theater's activities are not limited to traditional performances. It is also known for social projects and innovativ

  • International Cooperation

    Ritual Theatre collaborates with artists and cultural organizations from around the world, drawing global attention to b

  • İnnovation

    Ritual Theatre places special emphasis on the integration of digitalization and technology into the arts.

  • Social projects

    Ritual Theatre and the Creativity Lab implement impactful events and projects in collaboration with community members, u

Our Performances

Active"Mimmy" performance

"Mimmy" performance

Just like the headlights of passing cars would cast fleeting shadows on the walls at night during childhood, this play projects itself onto the heart.

ActiveWhat does it mean to be an artist in Azerbaijan?

What does it mean to be an artist in Azerbaijan?

We often hear around us that art is not developing in Azerbaijan, and that most of the good films, music, and plays were made during the Soviet era.

PastEmilya, what do you say?

Emilya, what do you say?

In this performance, we want to re-imagine the traditional childhood fairy tale “Tig-Tig Khanum” through the prism of loneliness and separation, bringing together the stories of modern people.

Past “MÜHAKİMƏ”-“THE TRIAL”

“MÜHAKİMƏ”-“THE TRIAL”

The Trial inspired by the widely acclaimed film 12 Angry Men

Past"Karabakh Stories" performance

"Karabakh Stories" performance

Our project supports the adaptation and community process of women who were displaced from Karabakh and returned to their homeland through documentary theater and art therapy.

Past"I will keep you alive"

"I will keep you alive"

Trees have not only ecological, but also deep spiritual and symbolic meaning in human life.

Our Workshops

Past10-13 June The 4-day intensive workshop led by Katsura Kan

10-13 June The 4-day intensive workshop led by Katsura Kan

10-13 June The 4-day intensive workshop led by Katsura Kan

Past“Transgenerational Traces”-three-day psychodrama training

“Transgenerational Traces”-three-day psychodrama training

Is this feeling truly mine, or was it inherited? For three days in Baku, the stage was created not only for performance, but for remembering, feeling, and healing.

PastTwo days at the Ritual Theater and Creativity Laboratory – two unforgettable Halloween experiences!

Two days at the Ritual Theater and Creativity Laboratory – two unforgettable Halloween experiences!

Two days at the Ritual Theater and Creativity Laboratory – two unforgettable Halloween experiences!

PastIntroduction to the "Inclusive Robot Bear"

Introduction to the "Inclusive Robot Bear"

A meeting with the "Inclusive Robot Bear" was held in the theater.

PastA workshop was held on the topic of "Karabakh Stories"

A workshop was held on the topic of "Karabakh Stories"

On June 15, the Ritual Theater and Creativity Laboratory held a meeting with female members of the Zafaran Community and community leader Shahla Aliyeva in the Dashbulag village of Fuzuli district.

ActiveConducting workshops on bullying for schoolchildren in Yevlakh district.

Conducting workshops on bullying for schoolchildren in Yevlakh district.

During the trainings, information was provided about bullying, hate speech, and cyberbullying, and various activities and discussions were held with the participants.

ActiveImage and Me

Image and Me

In this workshop, you will learn how to create an image by analyzing yourself, your negative and positive aspects, and how to create an image by getting to know yourself better and using body-movement techniques.

ActiveVoice Acting Workshop

Voice Acting Workshop

Voice Acting and Motion Capture Workshop Held at Ritual Art Space

ActivePuppet Masterclass

Puppet Masterclass

The first masterclass dedicated to Jonathan the Tortoise was held by Nadejda Potayenko, organized by the Ritual Mobile Theatre Laboratory.

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Ritual Theatre and Creativity Laboratory presents interesting articles about its creative process, artistic practices, and new projects.

“Transgenerational Traces”-three-day psychodrama training

“Transgenerational Traces”-three-day psychodrama training

Is this feeling truly mine, or was it inherited? For three days in Baku, the stage was created not only for performance, but for remembering, feeling, and healing.

“Transgenerational Traces” -psychodrama training

“Transgenerational Traces” -psychodrama training

Is this feeling truly mine, or was it inherited? For three days in Baku, the stage was created not only for performance, but for remembering, feeling, and healing.

"Chronicle of the Kura River", presented by Ritual Theater as part of Baku Art Weekend, is an immersive VR documentary by Ritual Theater and Creativity Laboratory.

"Chronicle of the Kura River", presented by Ritual Theater as part of Baku Art Weekend, is an immersive VR documentary by Ritual Theater and Creativity Laboratory.

"Chronicle of the Kura River", presented by Ritual Theater as part of Baku Art Weekend, is an immersive VR documentary by Ritual Theater and Creativity Laboratory.

Creativity and drama classes were held in Lankaran to support social-emotional development for young girls.

Creativity and drama classes were held in Lankaran to support social-emotional development for young girls.

Creativity and drama classes were held in Lankaran to support social-emotional development for young girls.

A meeting with the "Inclusive Robot Bear" was held in the theater.

A meeting with the "Inclusive Robot Bear" was held in the theater.

An introductory meeting with the "Inclusive Robot Bear" was held at the theater.

Ritual Mobile Theater Laboratory Participated in Festival in Europe

Ritual Mobile Theater Laboratory Participated in Festival in Europe

Ritual Mobile Theater Laboratory participated in the "Unlock" festival for Eastern Europe and Central Asia held in the Czech Republic in May.

“Ritual Mobile Theater Laboratory” in Masalli

“Ritual Mobile Theater Laboratory” in Masalli

The social theater of the "Ritual Mobile Theater Laboratory" has begun operations.

The Ritual Mobile Theater Laboratory participated in training in Ireland.

The Ritual Mobile Theater Laboratory participated in training in Ireland.

The Ritual Mobile Theatre Lab crew is participating in a theatre project implemented by Ireland's Crooked House Theatre Company at Maynooth University.