What is the Rezo Gabriadze Marionette Theatre and what is on there?
A puppet theatre and clock tower in Old Tbilisi.
Short answer
The Rezo Gabriadze Marionette Theatre stands at Shavteli Street 13 in Old Tbilisi, was founded by director Rezo Gabriadze in 1981 and seats 80. Its first show, Afred and Violetta, is still performed, and the repertoire has four other productions.
Why
- Afred and Violetta is Gabriadze's artistic reimagining of Alexandre Dumas' La Dame aux Camelias.
- Gabriadze made the set decoration and marionettes for all the theatre's shows.
- Across the street stands a clock tower with its own show.
Details
Every hour a golden-winged angel comes out of a painted door on the clock tower and rings a bell with a small hammer. At 12:00 noon and 7:00 pm the tower's 15-minute "Circle of Life" doll show begins. A gold inscription on the theatre reads "Extra Cepam Nihil Cogito Nos Lacrimare", which translates as "Let our tears come only when cutting onions". Next door, the Ar Daidardo cafe serves Georgian food and wine. More ideas for the evening: where to go with children in Tbilisi.
Tip
Ask the theatre directly about ticket prices and booking.
What may differ
Hours, prices and rules can change, so check with the venue before you go.
Common misconception
A marionette theatre is only for children.
What actually happens
It is a fairytale land for adults and children alike.
People also ask
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Sources
This answer is for reference only. Check opening hours, prices and schedules with the venue.
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