Irina Valiullova

Director who uses theater as a means for personal and social change.

With over 14 years of experience in education and theater, she focuses on how art can positively impact the lives of children and adolescents.

About the Founder

Irina Valiullova is a talented director, educator, and author of scientific articles, as well as the creator of a unique methodology for transforming children and adolescents through theater. Her life journey is an inspiring example of how art and perseverance can change the lives of many people.Irina was born on August 4, 1985, in Almaty, Kazakhstan. From a young age, she showed an interest in the arts and actively participated in school events, organizing plays and other creative projects. Even in school, she began to realize that theater was not just entertainment but a powerful tool for personal growth and transformation.

Education and Career:

She completed her education at School No. 18, a linguistic gymnasium with an emphasis on the German language, where she received the Sprach Diploma, allowing her to enter any university in Germany without a language exam. However, her passion for the arts and desire to develop in this field led her to the Kazakh National Academy of Arts named after T. Zhurgenov, where she studied directing and earned her degree. She is fluent in German.

Already in her first year, Irina began directing children's plays at the Theater for Young Audiences, which became the starting point of her professional career. She quickly established herself as a talented director and educator, able to find an individual approach to each child.

Irina also trained at the School of Acting at GITIS (Moscow) and took courses in film directing under Valery Todorovsky (Moscow). This knowledge and experience helped her develop unique methods for working with children and adolescents, which proved particularly effective in rehabilitation centers and educational institutions.

Professional Journey:

Irina worked for more than 14 years at the «Power of Change» Public Fund in Kazakhstan, where she actively participated in organizing children's events and directed plays with children and adolescents from disadvantaged families. Her approach helped many children rethink their life circumstances and find new paths for development.

Irina also took part in international projects such as APIUS in Moldova, where she organized creative projects for underprivileged children. Her contribution to the development of theatrical education was highly recognized, and she became the founder of the theater department at the Children's School of Arts in Russia, which continues to operate to this day.

A special place in her career is her work with troubled children and adolescents. Her methods for working with these children had a significant impact on their thinking and worldview, helping them find new life directions.

About the School of acting for troubled children and adolescents

Our school is not just an educational institution but a unique space where children and adolescents can unlock their potential, gain self-confidence, and find their path in life. We have created an environment where theater and psychology are combined to achieve profound and lasting changes in the lives of each student.

The main goal of our school is to help children and adolescents overcome personal challenges and develop the skills necessary for a successful life in society. We believe that every child is unique, and in our educational process, we place special emphasis on an individual approach to each student. Our program is based on an innovative methodology that combines elements of theatrical art, psychology, and play therapy.

Our principles:

Individual approach: each child is seen as a unique individual with their own characteristics, talents, and needs. We design educational programs that consider these traits and help each child unlock their potential.

Comprehensive learning: we believe that successful personal development involves engaging various aspects of art and science.

Safe atmosphere: we create a trusting environment where every student feels comfortable and can be themselves. Here, children are free to express their emotions, explore new roles, and learn to interact with the world around them.

Development of social skills: at our school, children not only learn to act on stage but also to interact with others, express their thoughts and feelings, resolve conflicts, and work as a team.

What makes our school special?

Innovative methodology

We have developed a unique program based on the combination of theater and psychology. This methodology not only helps children enhance their creative abilities but also allows them to work through internal conflicts, improve cognitive and social skills.

Professional educators

Our school is staffed by experienced specialists who possess expertise not only in acting and psychology but also have extensive practical experience working with children and adolescents.

Practical focus

During their education, our students actively participate in productions where they can apply the knowledge they've gained in practice. This helps them build self-confidence, improve communication skills, and learn how to work in a team.

Long-term impact

Our program is designed to achieve lasting changes in the lives of each child. We strive to ensure that the benefits of their education endure and continue to grow in the future.

About the unique method

Transformation through theater is an innovative methodology aimed at deeply transforming children and adolescents through role-playing and acting. The method combines theatrical techniques, psychotherapy, and play approaches to not only develop participants' creative abilities but also address their emotional and behavioral issues.

How the method works:

Role immersion: children and adolescents engage in acting exercises and play various roles, helping them broaden their perspectives, develop their imagination, and view their life situations from new angles. Roles are individually selected based on each child's personality and needs.

Emotional work: during the process, participants learn to recognize and express their emotions and find healthier ways to experience and communicate them.

Improvisation: we teach children to spontaneously respond to various life situations, enhancing their flexibility and adaptability. Improvisation exercises help relieve tension and open up new avenues for self-expression.

Play production: the culmination of the training is the staging of a professional play, where children showcase all the skills they have acquired. This phase helps reinforce self-confidence and experience the joy of achieved results.

Advantages of Our Method:

Individual approach: each child receives a unique role tailored to their personal characteristics, ensuring comfortable and effective participation in the program.

Comprehensive approach: various aspects of art and psychology are involved in the learning process. Our team includes qualified specialists in acting, psychology, dance, and vocal training.

Safe atmosphere: we create a trusting environment where children feel comfortable and can be themselves.

Long-term results: our method aims for deep and lasting changes that remain with the child even after the program concludes.Development of social and cognitive skills: our participants improve their communication skills, cognitive abilities, and emotional stability, making them more successful and self-assured.

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