International Festival "Night Serenades" will culminate in concerts held in Tbilisi.
The "Night Serenades" Festival, a cherished tradition in Georgia's cultural landscape, made its grand comeback this August, with performances taking place at the Ilia Chavchavadze Drama Theatre in Batumi and Borjomi from the 20th to the 26th.
This prestigious event, now in its fourth edition since its revival in 2018, is proudly supported by various esteemed institutions, including the Ministry of Culture of Georgia, LEPL Creative Georgia, Ministry of Culture of Adjara, Tbilisi City Hall, Batumi City Hall, Borjomi City Hall, and the Embassy of Italy in Georgia.
Under the artistic direction of Sebastian Bohren since 2018, the festival has grown to include more than just music. It now features exhibitions of Georgian artists, specialized masterclasses, and workshops, providing a platform for both established and emerging talents.
The Art Alliance Company is the organizer of this enchanting event, with Nina Tsagareli serving as the Festival Director. The festival has also attracted the support of numerous sponsors, such as Yves Rocher (France), Piel Naturals (Georgia), Pavilion Wines, PSP, Nita Furniture House, and Borjomi Likani Hotel, Hilton Garden Inn Tbilisi, and Courtyard by Marriott Tbilisi, which have generously provided accommodation for the festival's guests.
The "Night Serenades" Festival has been a resounding success, with sold-out concert evenings filled with ovations. The event is not only a celebration of music but also a testament to the power of art to bring people together.
In addition to its appeal to a general audience, the festival is particularly focused on students and persons with disabilities or special educational needs, demonstrating a commitment to inclusivity and accessibility.
The festival's media supporters include Adjara TV and Radio of the Public Broadcaster, Georgian Public Broadcaster (First Channel), Rustavi 2, Imedi TV, POSTV, Euronews Georgia, Billboard Georgia, Patriarchate's Television "Unity", media and digital communications agency Clip Art, Palitra Media, news agency Prime Time, Georgian Press, English-language newspaper Georgia Today, English-language daily The Messenger, magazine Sarke, newspaper Adjara, online media Adjara Times, Radio Fortuna, and web platform Fortuna.ge.
The International Festival "Night Serenades" was originally founded in 1982 in Abkhazia by the world-renowned violinist and conductor Liana Isakadze, making it a long-standing symbol of Georgian culture and artistic excellence. This year's festival promises to continue that tradition, offering a captivating programme of music, art, and cultural exchange.
