| Description |
Spectacular art is ancient form of folk theatre. Its roots are to be found in the shows of tribal times. It existed before and can be seen now, and it embodies and reflects themes in folk life. Notably, the word "oyin" ("game", 'dance") has been long associated with this art for. Almost all types and forms of professional folk spectacular arts (such as performances and shows by maskharaboz, qiziqchi (actors, clowns), raqqos (dancers), dorboz (rope walkers), nayrangboz (illuzionists), mullakchi (acrobats), chavandoz (horsemen), yogoch oyoq (stilt walkers), ayiq, echki, ilon, maymun oynatish (tamers of bears, goats, monkeys and snakes), askiyaboz (wisecrackers), qogirchoqboz (puppeteers)) were called with a single word – "oyin", while their performers – "oyinchi" (the ones, who perform this activity). |
| Social and cultural significance |
In traditional culture of Uzbekistan considerable place is occupied by shows and performances of folk spectacular arts, which already for many centuries has played important role in cultural and aesthetic life of Uzbek people. Thus, "oyin" is a show, bright performing art, which demonstrates true folk talents. It unites all types of folk spectacular arts, distinguishing features of which are performances on squares, virtuosity and skill, spectacularity and presence of large auditorium (viewers). Folk spectacular art is integral part of traditional artistic programmes of folk promenades and festivals (which held on large squares (registon and sayilgoh) of villages and cities of Uzbekistan), of family ceremonies and festivities. All forms of folk spectacular arts have their peculiarities and artistic features, which emphasize the brightest features of folk creativity. It should be noted that the development of this type of art is also given due attention, as can be seen, for instance from the recent Decree on measures to further enhance the role and importance of the sphere of culture and art in the life of society. |
| Transmission method |
Transmission of knowledge and skills is taking place on the basis of traditional Usto-Shogird (“Master-Apprentice”) learning method and/or within formal educational programme in specialized educational establishments, ensembles, hobby groups in centers of culture and other. |
| Community |
Folklore groups, family dynasties, Circus college and others |
