Georgian State Museum of Theatre, Music, Cinema and Choreography, Museum of performing arts in Tbilisi, Georgia.
The Georgian State Museum of Theatre, Music, Cinema and Choreography is a museum of performing arts located in Tbilisi that occupies a former palace building. The structure features a three-story tower, high merlons, and steep roofing, blending Gothic and Islamic architectural elements.
The museum was established in 1927 and is housed in a palace built in the late 1800s by German Prince Constantine Oldenburg for Agraphina Japaridze. The building dates from a period of significant Georgian cultural development.
The collections showcase Georgian theatre costumes, cinema artifacts, circus objects, and folk instruments that reflect the range of performing arts. Visitors can also explore opera archives, ballet materials, and historical sound recordings that document the artistic heritage.
The museum is located on Kargareteli Street in Tbilisi and features exhibitions spread across multiple halls. Visitors should check current opening hours in advance and allow time to explore the different gallery spaces throughout the building.
The museum houses a collection of mechanical instruments from Tbilisi collector Arkadi Revazishvili, including orchestrions, gramophones, and mechanical pianos. These instruments showcase engineering craftsmanship and musical history across different eras.
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