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Arshaluys Harutyunyan (Test)

Director, Producer
Date of Birth26․01.1977
Place of birthGermany, Potsdam
EducationDepartment of Acting at Yerevan State Institute of Theatre and Cinema, workshop of Zaven Tatentsyan course
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1995: Winner of the Youth Festival “Theater Spring”,
2013: Laureate of the STDAA “Artavazd” Award in the category “Best Performance of the Year”,
2015: Awarded an honorary medal by the city of Yerevan for his contributions to the field of theater art,
2015: Received the title “Honored Artist of the Republic of Armenia” for his contributions to stage art.

He first appeared on stage at the age of 7 under the guidance of H. Abrahamyan at the Leninakan Drama Theater named after V. Achemyan.
As an actor, he has performed in more than 40 plays and films. From 1984 to 1994, he worked at the Leninakan Drama Theater. From 1988 to 1992, he was part of the Yerevan National Academic Theater named after G. Sundukyan, and from 1995 to 1998, he worked at the Yerevan Theater for Young Audiences. Since 1996, he has been a director and actor at the Yerevan State Chamber Theater. He was the author and host of several television programs on the channels “ERKAT” and “Yan TV”.
In 2001, on the occasion of the 1700th anniversary of the adoption of Christianity, he organized a large-scale open-air performance of the rock opera “Grigor the Illuminator” at the Cascade complex.
Since 2009, he has headed the cultural club “ERKAT”. He has participated in more than 30 national and international theater and film festivals.

Performances  

Filmography
Directing works

Production works

I have no Name

Premiere28.12.2024
Duration45 minute
IntermissionNo
Age16+

The one-woman show “I Have No Name” tells the story of what happens when personal pain transforms into a rebellion against the order of the universe.
What do you do when everyone you loved leaves and never comes back? How do you go on living when your prayers go unanswered? And is it possible to stand alone against the eternal cycle of violence?
Created from the poignant texts of Sona Van, this one-woman show narrates the story of a woman who dared to challenge fate itself. It is an intimate dialogue about the personal and the universal, about love and loss, faith and despair, powerlessness and determination.

Authors

Anush Aslibekyan
Author
Vahan Artsruni
Composer

Actors

Anniversary Client

Premiere14.09.2024
Duration1 hour 30 minute
IntermissionNo
Age18+

At the heart of the psychological drama “The Anniversary Client” lies an unexpected turn of events and resolution – the story of a man and a woman whose paths intersect under conditions of extreme pressure and a heated atmosphere, where every moment tests their feelings and decisions to the limit.
Their interaction begins as a simple flirtation, but gradually becomes fraught with complexities and nuances, culminating in an unusual and intriguing resolution. They love, they hate, they laugh, they cry, they play, they lie, they rejoice, and they suffer; they argue and forgive, they lose, they find, and then they lose again…
Audiences will witness unexpected sparks of passion and conflicts that will make them reflect on the value of moments and the possibility of finding happiness in the most unexpected circumstances.

Authors

Actors

AZNAVOUR: journey through time and music

Premiere2024
Duration1 hour
IntermissionNon
Age16+

This concert performance is dedicated to the 100th anniversary of Charles Aznavour.
Based on the memoirs of Charles Aznavour “La Bohème. The Passing Days”.

This concert performance explores the challenging journey of pursuing dreams, experiencing falls and rises, courage and success. During this heartfelt evening, we will enjoy the songs of the legendary Armenian and get acquainted with the most memorable and significant episodes of his life.

Authors

Actors

Scotch & Whiskey /Film/

Premiere2015

DOP: Suren Tadevosyan
Screenplay:
Mikael Arutyunyan
Producer:
Mikael Pogosov
Production:
“Berg Sound” Production

Cast

Sos Janibekyan, Louisa Nersisyan, Rafael Yeranosyan, Arpi Gabrielyan, Vigen Stepanyan, Sergey Danielyan, Andranik Arutyunyan, Grisha Agahanyan, Irina Danielyan, and others.

Autor

The aggressive charms of women against betrayal, lies, and broken feelings.

Anniversary client /Film/

Premiere2012

Cinematographer: Suren Tadevosyan
Production Designer:  Rafayel Khachaturyan
Composer:  Hayko
Producer: Arshaluys Harutyunyan
Production: “ERKAT” Production with the support of the National Cinema Center of Armenia.

CAST

Luiзa Nersisyan and David Katsarava (Georgia).

AUTOR

Ara Yernjakyan
Scriptwriter and Director

“Anniversary Client” is a beautiful love story that immerses viewers in a world of tense relationships and unexpected twists of fate. At the heart of the plot is the story of a man and a woman whose paths cross under extreme pressure and in a heated atmosphere, where every moment tests their feelings and decisions for strength.
Their interaction begins as a usual flirtation, but gradually becomes more complex and nuanced, resulting in an unusual and intriguing outcome. Random meetings and coincidences play a decisive role, unexpectedly changing the trajectories of their lives and bringing bright colors to their daily routine.
The film “Anniversary Client” explores the fine aspects of the relationship between a man and a woman, masterfully showing how love and disappointment, happiness, and regret can coexist and intertwine, leaving behind a complex kaleidoscope of emotions. Viewers will witness unexpected flashes of passion and conflicts, which will make them think about the value of moments and the possibility of finding happiness in the most unexpected circumstances.
“Anniversary Client” is not just a film, but a journey through a world of emotions, trials, and discoveries that will leave no viewer indifferent. 

The movie was presented:

  • “Golden Apricot” 9th Yerevan International Film Festival
  • 6th Pomegranate Film Festival POM VI
  • 8th “ROMANIAN INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL”
  • 13th Tbilisi International Film Festival

The Penguins

Premiere27.12.2023
Duration1 hour 10 minute
IntermissionNo
Age6+

The play “The Penguins” will give children the opportunity to observe events from the perspective of penguins. It combines themes of friendship and closeness, repentance and redemption, expressed in simple and understandable language. Audiences will see how three amusing penguins overcome obstacles during the performance. Nevertheless, young viewers will learn about the importance of offering help and loyalty from the very first moments upon entering the hall.

Authors

ACTORS

Sassoon David Copperfield

Premiere26.09.2023
Duration 1 hour 40 minute2 hour 10 minute
Intermission1
Age14+

Now imagine you’re finally having a chance to become a part of the worldwide magician David Copperfield’s Armenian tour.
Everything is excellent, the tricks are magnificent and surprising, but because of two Armenian spectators, the talk is interrupted.
In this seemingly infinite universe, an unimaginable love story unfolds, one that defies all expectations and surpasses even the boundaries of reality and language.

AUTHORS

Ara Yernjakyan 
Dramaturg and Director
Vahe Grigoryan
Musical arrangement

ACTORS

Zhanna Kocharyan

Actress
Date of Birth14․05․2001
Place of Birthc. Abovyan
EducationYerevan Regional State College No. 1, Yerevan State Institute of Theatre and Cinema, workshop of Satenik Matevosyan

Actress Zhanna Kocharyan began her career with student performances. She played roles in plays such as “Little People,” “Lead Rings,” and also portrayed the main heroine in the play “The Little Mermaid” at the Yerevan State Youth Theatre. Her entry into the Chamber theatre was marked by the play “Hamlet,” where she initially played a court lady and later the role of Ophelia.

Performances

Manuk Hakhverdyan

Actor
Date of Birth01․07․1963
Place of BirthTehran, Iran
Awards
2nd Prize, Republican Festival “Humor and Satire”,
2011 – Honorary Diploma from the Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Armenia on the occasion of the “20th anniversary of the independence of the Republic of Armenia.”

Manuk Hakhverdyan began his acting career at the Ashtarak Dramatic Theatre. He has been a member of the Chamber Theatre since 2002. His entry into the theatre was marked by the performance “Miss Armenia.” He has also played roles in several other productions, including “Titanic, made in Armenia,” “Nero,” “Miss Hell,” “Sassoon David Copperfield,” “Etude on Women,” “Every Day is New Year,” “Cabaret,” “Government Concert,” “To Arms,” “Albania+,” “Very Love Story,” and others. He appeared in the artistic film “Jeanne” directed by Ara Yernjakyan.
Manuk Hakhverdyan was one of the main actors in the program “Pahmtotsi” on the second Armenian television channel. He has acted in films such as “Our Yard,” “Choice,” “Symphony of Silence,” “Mr. Martiros,” “Sniper,” “Virtuoso,” and others.
He is a member of the Union of Theatre Workers of Armenia.

Performances