Meet Zaza Gagua

Career Highlights

From law degrees in Tbilisi to major roles in Nordic and Central European operas, Zaza’s path is uniquely inspiring.

Zaza Gagua is a multi-award-winning Georgian bass, currently a soloist at Staatstheater Darmstadt. Known for his commanding stage presence and vocal depth, his career spans prestigious opera houses across Scandinavia, Germany, and Georgia.

Originally a law graduate from Tbilisi State University, Zaza followed his passion for music to the Tbilisi State Conservatory, the Sibelius Academy, and the University College of Opera in Stockholm, where he completed his Master’s degree in 2019. He further honed his artistry as a member of the Young Artist Programme at the Norwegian National Opera in Oslo.

His repertoire features iconic bass roles, including King Marke (Tristan und Isolde), Seneca (L'incoronazione di Poppea), Gremin (Eugene Onegin), and Ramfis (Aida). A seasoned concert performer, Zaza is also highly regarded for his interpretations of the bass solos in Verdi’s Requiem and Mozart’s Requiem.