The Open Couple

Comedy in 1 Act

A comedy filled with humor, irony, and parodic scenes, where double standards are clearly revealed. The play portrays the domestic life of a couple and explores gender relations — both funny and thought-provoking at the same time.

Authors: Dario Fo, Franca Rame
Translation: Varlam Nikoladze
Director: Anuki Khoshtaria
Production Supervisor: Ioane (Vano) Khutsishvili
Set Designer: Anano Liparteliani
Composer: Irakli Areshidze
Choreographer: Nana Bibilashvili
Technical Director: Maka Metreveli

The Cast:
Antonia – Nina Kipshidze
The Man – Buka Tolordava (Actor at the Shota Rustaveli National Theatre)

This performance was produced within the framework of the Master’s Program “Live Theatre Arts: Directing and Acting” at Ilia State University

Financial support from Tbilisi City Hall.

Premiere Date: October 11, 2025
Duration: 1 hour and 15 minutes