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Nino Machaidze
Soprano
Born March 8, 1983 in Tbilisi, Georgia (43 years old)
Opera
Nino Machaidze is a Georgian operatic soprano. She performs in 19th-century Romantic repertoire, primarily in operas by Rossini and Verdi as well as French operas. Beginning her career at La Scala, she gained international attention after being cast as Juliette in Gounod's Roméo et Juliette at the 2008 Salzburg Festival, after which she earned the nickname "Angelina Jolie of Opera" from the Austrian press.
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Macbeth as Lady Macbeth · Hamburgische Staatsoper · Oct 20, 2026
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Career Trajectory
Machaidze rose to international prominence through her commanding interpretations of bel canto heroines, building a career that spans the world's leading opera houses. Her voice—bright, agile, and dramatically compelling—has made her the natural choice for the Romantic soprano roles that define her artistic identity. Today she remains among the most sought-after interpreters of Gounod, Donizetti, and Bellini, a soprano whose performances combine technical mastery with profound musical intelligence.
Career Highlight
Sensational Salzburg Festival debut as Juliette opposite Rolando Villazón
At a Glance
- Voice
- Soprano
- Nationality
- Georgian
- Born
- 1983 · Tbilisi, Georgia
Training & Education
Tbilisi State Conservatoire
Principal Houses
Engagements
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MacbethLady Macbeth
Hamburgische StaatsoperHamburg
Oct 20, 2026
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