Akaki Khorava 1895 – 1972

Biography

Akaki Khorava was born on April 29, 1895, in the town of Ochkhomuri, Georgia, during a time of significant cultural development in the Caucasus region. He would go on to become a respected figure in Georgian performing arts, dedicating his life to theatrical and dramatic work that enriched the cultural landscape of his nation.

Throughout his career, Khorava established himself as a skilled actor and cultural contributor, working across multiple disciplines in the performing arts. His commitment to his craft reflected the vibrant artistic tradition of early twentieth-century Georgia, a period when theater and cinema were flourishing forms of creative expression.

Khorava lived a full life, passing away on June 23, 1972, in Tbilisi at the age of 77. His death marked the end of an era for Georgian culture, and his contributions to the arts were honored through his interment at the Mtatsminda Pantheon in Tbilisi—a burial place reserved for Georgia’s most distinguished cultural figures and national heroes. This final resting place stands as a testament to the respect and recognition he earned during his lifetime.