“Georgian Dance Days” comes to a close
The “Georgian Dance Days” festival ended on 14 October with a gala concert. Over three days the audience saw both well-known and brand-new ensembles perform dances from Kartli, Adjara, Khevsureti and Mtiuleti. The jury singled out the work of young choreographers. The Union thanks every participant, volunteer and member of the audience. Photos are already […]
A new academic year begins at the Institute of Pedagogue-Choreographers
The Institute of Pedagogue-Choreographers opened its new academic year. First-year students were welcomed by the Institute’s teachers and members of the Union’s board. This year’s programme has two new courses: contemporary choreography and stage movement. Admission terms and the schedule are on the Institute page.
The Board approves the 2027 action plan
At its latest meeting the Union’s Board approved the 2027 action plan. It covers four areas: festivals, teacher training, regional masterclasses and international cooperation. The full document is available on the Documents page.
Rules published for the children’s ensembles competition
The national competition for children’s ensembles takes place in Kutaisi on 21 October. Ensembles of dancers aged 7–16 can take part. Download the rules and the application form from the event page. For questions, contact the organiser.
Ensemble “Irao” at an international folk festival
Ensemble “Irao” represented Georgia at a European folk festival. It performed three programmes, including a new piece based on mountain dances. The performance was recognised with the jury’s special prize. Videos are in the gallery’s video section.
Masterclass series heads to the regions
The Union is starting a series of regional masterclasses this autumn. Its teachers will visit ten cities and work with local choreographers on folk dance teaching methods. The schedule is in the events calendar. Participation is free; register in advance with the organiser.
Choreo Workshop opens new groups
The Choreo Workshop began its new season with two groups. The first is for beginning choreographers, the second is a lab for improvisation and staging. Details and how to join are on the Workshop page.
The Union’s new website
The Union’s new website brings together everything choreographers, ensemble leaders and parents need: news, the events calendar, rules and application forms. The site is bilingual; the Georgian and English versions are equally complete.
Georgian choreographers at an international seminar
Five members of the Union took part in an international seminar on dance teaching, which discussed current methods of teaching folk dance. The participants will share what they learned with colleagues at the autumn masterclasses.