David Badridze

David Badridze

People's Artist of the Georgian SSR (1943)
Date of Birth: 23.03.1899

Content:
  1. Early Life and Education
  2. Operatic Career
  3. Exquisite Vocals and Artistic Flair
  4. Departure from the Stage
  5. Legacy and Honors
  6. Notable Opera Roles
  7. Malhaz in "Daisi" by Z. P. Paliashvili

Early Life and Education

David Badrize was born on March 23 (April 4), 1899, in Kutaisi, Georgia. He pursued a medical degree at the Tiflis University, later enrolling at the Tiflis Conservatory under the tutelage of E. A. Vronsky.

Operatic Career

Badrize made his operatic debut with the Tbilisi Opera and Ballet Theater in 1926, serving as a soloist until 1934. He then joined the State Opera and Ballet Theater (SVATOB) from 1934 to 1936, returning to the Tbilisi Opera from 1941 to 1944. From 1944 to 1948, he was a soloist at the Bolshoi Theater in Moscow.

Exquisite Vocals and Artistic Flair

David Badrize was renowned for his exceptional vocal talent, possessing a soft, agile voice. His performances were characterized by their musicality and captivating stage presence.

Departure from the Stage

In 1948, Badrize decided to retire from the operatic stage.
Film and Accolades

Badrize also made an impact in cinema, playing memorable roles in the film "Shield of Dzhuraya" (1944), for which he received the Stalin Prize of the First Degree in 1950.

Legacy and Honors

David Badrize was highly respected, earning the title of People's Artist of the Georgian SSR in 1943. He passed away on January 26, 1987, and was laid to rest at the Troyekurovskoye Cemetery in Moscow.

Notable Opera Roles

Throughout his career, Badrize portrayed a range of iconic operatic characters, including:

Malhaz in "Daisi" by Z. P. Paliashvili

Kote in "Keto and Kote" by V. I. Dolidze
Vladimir Dubrovsky in "Dubrovsky" by E. F. Napravnik
Lensky in "Eugene Onegin" by P. I. Tchaikovsky
Alfredo in "La Traviata" by G. Verdi
Duke of Mantua in "Rigoletto" by G. Verdi

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