Georgian mezzo-soprano Tamar Ugrekhelidze is establishing a significant presence in the Belcanto repertoire, possessing a rich, warm, and naturally burnished timbre. Critics praise her "strong will" on stage and her ability to combine a powerful presence with refined, nuanced acting.
Recent seasons have seen Tamar perform on several of the world's most prestigious stages. In March 2025, she appeared at the Teatro dell’Opera di Roma as Ruggiero in Händel’s Alcina, a role that highlighted her affinity for the "en travesti" tradition. Her presence on the Italian stage has further expanded with a significant debut at the Teatro Regio di Torino in Poulenc’s Dialogues des Carmélites, as well as her ongoing collaboration with the Rossini Opera Festival in Pesaro, where she has appeared in productions such as Ciro in Babilonia and Sigismondo.
Tamar’s international engagements include a major debut at the Gran Teatro Nacional de Lima (Peru) in La Cenerentola and a performance in Rossini’s Petite Messe Solennelle at the Istanbul Music Festival. A dedicated specialist in rare works, she recently performed in the modern world premiere of L. Rossi’s I Falsi Monetari at the Belcanto Ritrovato Festival.
Tamar’s international engagements include a major debut at the Gran Teatro Nacional de Lima (Peru) in La Cenerentola and a performance in Rossini’s Petite Messe Solennelle at the Istanbul Music Festival. A dedicated specialist in rare works, she recently performed in the modern world premiere of L. Rossi’s I Falsi Monetari at the Belcanto Ritrovato Festival.
Tamar’s international engagements include a major debut at the Gran Teatro Nacional de Lima (Peru) in La Cenerentola and a performance in Rossini’s Petite Messe Solennelle at the Istanbul Music Festival. A dedicated specialist in rare works, she recently performed in the modern world premiere of L. Rossi’s I Falsi Monetari at the Belcanto Ritrovato Festival.
Her work in the lyric mezzo-soprano repertoire includes a notable portrayal of the title role in La tragédie de Carmen at the 76th Spoleto Opera Season, where she was recognized for a convincing and nuanced interpretation. Other significant roles include Dorabella in Così fan tutte and Angelina in La Cenerentola in Siena. In 2026, she will return to her roots for a major debut as Rosina in Il barbiere di Siviglia at the Tbilisi Opera and Ballet State Theatre.
Her professional achievements are marked by several international honors, including the First Prize Overall at the 2024 "Tullio Serafin" International Competition and First Prize at the 14th "Anita Cerquetti" Competition. On the concert stage, she has performed as a soloist in works such as Mozart’s Requiem and Vivaldi’s Gloria with the Sanremo Symphony Orchestra.
