Gabriadze Theatre stands in the heart of Tbilisi's historical Old Town, located at 13 Shavteli Street. It was founded by Rezo Gabriadze in 1981. With a seating capacity of just 80, Theatre is among the world's preeminent cultural institutions.
Director, playwright, artist, and sculptor Rezo Gabriadze crafted his plays, created marionettes, and brought them to life on his stage. His theatre is a unique, author-driven space where medieval marionette art is infused with new significance and seamlessly integrated into Georgian culture. For many years, Gabriadze has promoted Georgian culture internationally through his performances.
In its 40-year history, the Gabriadze Theatre has toured numerous countries and participated in international festivals in Avignon, Edinburgh, New York, Toronto, Belgrade, Charleston, Dresden, Moscow, and other cities. The universality of Gabriadze's artistic language resonates with audiences worldwide, making his characters' emotions universally understandable.
Leo Gabriadze artistic director and producer of the Gabriadze Theatre, is the principal guardian of the delicate poetic world created by his father. Since Rezo’s passing in 2021, Leo has continued his father's work.