An acrobatics display, May 14, 2017. [Photo by Zhu Xingxin/Asianewsphoto]

"In recent years, the state invested a lot of money in discovering, protecting and passing on more than 30 versions of the drama. Ours draws experience from at least five versions," Samat said.

Executive director Mikraj Ibras said that this drama reflects the true nature of life.

"We have been to Kazakhstan twice and received a warm welcome from the audience. We hope that more people can enjoy the original Uygur songs and dances in the future," he said.