Vakhtang Chabukiani 1910 – 1992

Biography

Vakhtang Chabukiani was born on March 12, 1910, in Tbilisi, Georgia, where he would spend his formative years immersed in the rich cultural traditions of his homeland. Over the course of his distinguished career, he established himself as a preeminent figure in the world of dance, earning recognition as a talented ballet dancer whose performances captivated audiences with technical mastery and artistic grace.

Beyond his achievements as a performer, Chabukiani left an enduring legacy through his work as a choreographer and teacher. His contributions to Georgian and international ballet helped shape the development of dance as an art form, and his influence extended through generations of students whom he mentored and inspired. His creative vision and dedication to the craft elevated standards and introduced new possibilities within the classical ballet tradition.

Chabukiani remained connected to Tbilisi throughout his life, returning to his native city where he continued to contribute to its cultural landscape. He died on April 6, 1992, in Tbilisi at the age of eighty-two. In recognition of his profound impact on Georgian culture and the arts, he was honored with burial at the Mtatsminda Pantheon, a place reserved for Georgia’s most celebrated cultural figures and national treasures.