Michael
Poghosian

Awardee

Country

Armenia

Michael Poghosyan advocates for free expression through performance.

Themes
Free expression / Civil society
Disciplines
Film
Performance
Awards
Archive - Prince Claus Laureate 2005

Profile

Michael Poghosyan is an actor and television personality based in Armenia. Poghosyan has been active in the entertainment industry since 1976. He is a graduate of the Yerevan Fine Arts and Theatre Institute's Acting Department (1978) and has contributed significantly to both film and theatre in Armenia.Over his career, Poghosyan has worked with the Yerevan Chamber Theatre, the Hamazgayin Yerevan Drama Theatre, and was an actor at the Armenfilm Studio. He is known for his roles in notable films such as "Earthquake" (2016), "Lost & Found in Armenia" (2012), "If Only Everyone" (2012), and "The Merry Bus" (2001), among others. His work not only showcases his acting prowess but also reflects the cultural and social nuances of Armenian life, making a considerable impact on Armenian cinema and theatre.