Vladimir Karamazov
Born
Vladimir Aleksandrov

(1979-04-27) 27 April 1979
Sofia, Bulgaria
NationalityBulgarian
Alma materNational Academy for Theatre and Film Arts
Occupation(s)actor, producer, photographer
Years active2000 - present

Vladimir Karamazov (born 1979) is a Bulgarian actor, producer and photographer. In 2013 he was awarded the “Golden Century" diploma[1] for contribution to culture. The award is given by the Ministry of Culture of Republic of Bulgaria.

Biography

Vladimir Karamazov (Bulgarian: Владимир Карамазов) was born April 27, 1979, in Sofia, Bulgaria. He received classical drama theater training at the National Academy for Theatre and Film Arts in Sofia. In 2002 he joined the National Theater “Ivan Vazov”.[2] Since 2014 Vladimir Karamazov is a regular ambassador of the “Theatre’s Night”, part of the “European Theatre Night” initiative.[3][4]

In 2017 Vladimir Karamazov lectures in "Ideas Rearranged - StartUP Conference 2017“, presenting the communication strategy of “Three Bears Entertainment” and some of the most successful and effective advertising campaigns and projects of their production company.[5][6] Since the first edition in 2013 every year Vladimir Karamazov is nominated for “Bachelor of the Year” – section “Show Business”.[7]

In 2019 Vladimir Karamazov takes the path of a photographer. His photographs are featured on prestigious photography platforms and win awards.

Karamazov speaks Bulgarian, English and Russian. His real name is Vladimir Aleksandrov.[8] The artistic name Karamazov was assigned by the director Lilia Abadjieva for his part as Romeo. His hobbies and passions are traveling around the world, scuba diving[9] and track motorcycles.[10][11]

Theater

Karamazov started his career as an actor in 2000 in the National Theater “Ivan Vazov" as Romeo in the play “Romeo and Juliet"[12] by William Shakespeare, directed by Lilia Abadjieva. In 2006 “Romeo and Juliet" with Karamazov as Romeo is presented at Lit Moon Theatre in Santa Barbara, USA.[13]

Karamazov continued his theater presence in the National Theater "Ivan Vazov" with performances in „The King Stag” by Carlo Gozzi and directed by Marius Kurkinski (2001), as Valentino in “Twelfth Night" by Shakespeare and directed by Robert Sturua (2001), as Ivan Senebirski in “Albena"[14] by Yordan Yovkov and directed by Ivan Dobchev (2002), as Florizel in “The Winter’s Tale" by Shakespeare and directed by Marius Kurkinski (2002), as Ferdinand in “The Tempest"[15] by Shakespeare and directed by Alexander Morfov (2003), as Ross in “Macbeth" by Shakespeare and directed by Plamen Markov (2003), as Jeko Horov in “Careerists" by Ivan Vazov and directed by Ivan Dobchev (2004), in “The Outcasts" by Ivan Vazov and directed by Alexander Morfov (2004), as Desdemona in “Othello" by Shakespeare and directed by Lilia Abadjieva (2005), as Edmund in “King Lear" by Shakespeare and directed by Javor Gardev (2006), as Lord Goring in “An Ideal Husband"[16] by Oscar Wilde and directed by Thierry Harcourt (2007), as Guido Wernig in “Bacchanalia" by Arthur Schnitzler and directed by Anton Ugrinov (2007), as Perdican in “No Trifling with Love" by Alfred de Musset and directed by Marius Kurkinski (2007), as Gustave in “Carnival of Thieves" by Jean Anouilh and directed by Thierry Harcourt (2008), as Florindo Aretusi in “Servant of Two Masters" by Carlo Goldoni and directed by Mitko Bozakov (2009), as Yasha in “The Cherry Orchard"[17] by Anton Chekhov and directed by Krikor Azarian (2009).

His performances in other theaters include also the role of Michal in “Vernissage" by Václav Havel and directed by Anton Ugrinov, Satirical Theater “Aleko Konstantinov", and the role of The Fisherman in “The Fisherman and His Soul"[18] by Oscar Wilde and directed by Marius Kurkinski, Theater 199, the role of Casanova in “Casanova - Requiem for Love" written and directed by Diana Dobreva, DT “Salza i smiah” (2009).

In 2010 and 2013 the play ”Casanova - Requiem for Love“ with Vladimir Karamazov as Giacomo Casanova gathers ovations in France – at the Avignon Theater Festival, France[19] and in theaters in Paris. Karamazov’s acting talent is recognized there.[20] In March and April 2013 "Casanova" guest-performs in Théâtre de l'Epée de Bois[21][22][23] in Paris, France.

In the National Theater "Ivan Vazov" Vladimir Karamazov performs also as Christian in ”Cyrano de Bergerac“ by Edmond Rostand and directed by Tedi Moskov (2010), as Joseph Pitt in ”Angels in America“[24] by Tony Kushner and directed by Desislava Shpatova (2010), as Khlestakov in ”The Government Inspector“[25][26] by Nikolai Gogol and directed by Marius Kurkinski (2011).

Karamazov returns to Satirical Theater “Aleko Konstantinov" in 2012 in the role of Soap in ”Spinach and Chips“[27][28] by Zoltán Egressy and directed by Bogdan Petkanin.

After more than 10 years on stage playing in more than 25 theater plays and participations in television shows, films and TV series, in 2013 Karamazov together with his colleagues and best friends Zachary Baharov and Julian Vergov created the “Three Bears Entertainment“[29] production company, which first project is the play “Art” by Yasmina Reza, co-production with the Satirical Theater “Aleko Konstantinov".[30] Since its premiere in April 2013 the play tours all over the country.[31][32]

In 2014 and 2016 Vladimir Karamazov played The Scoundrel (Flynn) in "Tales for Symphonic Orchestra" by Fortissimo Familia in "Bulgaria" Hall, conductor Maxim Eshkenazy.[33][34] In 2015 Karamazov participates in "Portrait of Tchaikovsky – Child of Glass" (as Tchaikovsky).[35] In 2017 he participates in "The Carnival of the Animals" (as The African King) from the Fortissimo Familia program.

In 2014 you can see Vladimir Karamazov in the National Theater "Ivan Vazov" as the teacher Ivan Garvanov in the play ”The Conspirators from Solun“, written by Georgi Danailov and directed by Stoyan Radev.

In 2015 Vladimir Karamazov returns to Satirical Theater “Aleko Konstantinov" with a production of his company Three Bears Entertainment of the play ”Dakota“, written by Jordi Galceran and directed by Vladimir Penev. He is the Hospital Attendant, the Policeman, the Crippled Soldier.[36]

In 2016 Karamazov plays the character of Alain Reille in ”God of Carnage“, written by Yasmina Reza and directed by Anton Ugrinov in the National Theater "Ivan Vazov".[37]

In 2017 Vladimir Karamazov plays the character of Andrei in ”Delhi Dance“, written by Ivan Vyrypaev and directed by Galin Stoev in the National Theater "Ivan Vazov".[38]

In 2018 Vladimir Karamazov plays the character of Shalimov in ”Neo-Summerfolk“, written by Maxim Gorky and directed by Ivan Panteleev in the National Theater "Ivan Vazov".[39]

Television

Vladimir Karamazov appears for a first time in a TV series in 2002 in the Bulgarian adaptation of Un gars, une fille (She and He) (Season 1 - 4) on bTV (as Dany).

In 2006 he is the host of a tourist TV show ”Without Luggage“ on TV7.

In 2007-2021 Karamazov is the host of five seasons of the Bulgarian edition of Survivor BG on bTV - Survivor BG: Expedition Robinson, Survivor BG: Pearl Islands, Survivor Bulgaria 4, Survivor 5 - Cambodia and Survivor 6 - The Hidden Idol.

In 2013 he plays Panto Valchev in the TV series ”The Tree of Life“ (Season 1 - 2) on TV7.[40][41] He also plays Stanimir Kisiov in the TV series ”Fourth Power” (Season 1) on BNT 1.[42][43][44]

In 2015 Vladimir Karamazov is the host of the television game "Bingo Millions"/"Lottery Bulgaria" on bTV.[45][46]

In 2019 Vladimir Karamazov plays the lead character Philip Chanov in the TV series "Devil's Throat" (Season 1) on NOVA TV.

In 2018-2020 Karamazov plays Hristo Karagyozov in the TV series "Stolen Life" (Season 6 - 9) on NOVA TV.

Films

In 2009 Vladimir Karamazov gives his voice to Prince Naveen in the Bulgarian release of the animated movie "The Princess and The Frog“.[47][48]

In 2011 he was the voice to the Narrator in the Bulgarian release of the documentary movie "Hubble 3D“.[49]

In 2008 Karamazov was Vladimir in the movie ”Naive“, and in 2012 he was Germain in ”I Am You“.

In 2016 Vladimir Karamazov gives his voice to Beetle in the Bulgarian release of the animated movie “Kubo and the Two Strings”.[50]

Vladimir Karamazov plays in the short films ”You Are It“ (2007) and ”Meat“ (2010).

Commercials

Vladimir Karamazov appears in commercials of Nivea, Andrews Fashion,[51][52] MTel,[53] Nissan,Vicks, Gillette, Vodka Flirt,[54] Coca Cola Light[55] EGG.[56][57]

Initiatives and Charity Campaigns

Over the years Vladimir Karamazov is involved in many initiatives and charity campaigns - Bulgarian Christmas (of the President of Republic of Bulgaria), UNICEF (“Violence-Free Future for Every Child”, “Together since Kindergarten”, and others), Openly for Diabetis, Theaters Night, Fortissimo Family, Recreate Classics, The Poets (of Interview.to), Mission Maverick, Great Together, Wings for Life World Run, Better with Pets, Praktika.

Awards and nominations

In 2003 Vladimir Karamazov is nominated for “ASKEER“ award - Rising Star for his role as Ivan Senebirski in ”Albena“ (National Theater "Ivan Vazov").

In 2011 he is nominated for “ASKEER“ award - Best Supporting Actor and for “IKAR“ award for his role as Christian in ”Cyrano de Bergerac“ (National Theater "Ivan Vazov").

In 2011 Vladimir Karamazov receives award “Ivan Dimov“[58][59] for high achievements in the arts, given by the Fund for Talented Young Actors at ”Young Bulgarian Talents” Foundation.

In 2013 he receives diploma “Golden Century”[60] for contribution to culture, awarded by the Ministry of Culture of Republic of Bulgaria.

In 2015 and 2016 Vladimir Karamazov is in “Forbes Top 70 Bulgarian Celebrities”[61][62] and in “TOP 50 Most Influential Bulgarians in Facebook”[63]

In 2017 Vladimir Karamazov is nominated for “ASKEER“ award - Best Leading Actor for his role as Alain Reille in ”God of Carnage“ by Yasmina Reza (National Theater "Ivan Vazov").[64]

References

  1. ↑ "Minister of Culture presents diploma "Golden Century"" (in Bulgarian). 20 May 2013. Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  2. ↑ "National Theater "Ivan Vazov" Bulgaria – Vladimir Karamazov". Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  3. ↑ "Vladimir Karamazov – ambassador of "Theatre Night 2014"" (in Bulgarian). Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  4. ↑ "Vladimir Karamazov – ambassador of "Theatre Night 2015"" (in Bulgarian). Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  5. ↑ "Vladimir Karamazov will participate in Ideas Rearranged – StartUP Conference 2017" (in Bulgarian). Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  6. ↑ "Innovations, StartUP and Vlado Karamazov in Blagoevgrad" (in Bulgarian). Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  7. ↑ "Vladimir Karamazov nomination for Bachelor of the Year" (in Bulgarian). Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  8. ↑ "Honestly and personally with... Vlado Karamazov" (in Bulgarian). Archived from the original on 3 November 2013. Retrieved 31 October 2013.
  9. ↑ "Diving BG journal – VIP: Vladimir Karamazov Perfectly Buoyant" (in Bulgarian). 4 February 2010. Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  10. ↑ "Karamazov opened the motorcycle season" (in Bulgarian). Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  11. ↑ "Karamazov and his motorcycles" (in Bulgarian). Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  12. ↑ ""Romeo and Juliet" of Lilia Abadjieva in the National Theater turns the tragedy upside down" (in Bulgarian). Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  13. ↑ "UCSB - 2006/2007 Performing Arts - Bulgarian National theater (2006 Season)". Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  14. ↑ "Dobchev dreams of "Albena" in the National Theater" (in Bulgarian). Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  15. ↑ ""The Tempest" of Morfov will rock the National Theater" (in Bulgarian). Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  16. ↑ "Vlado Karamazov as Mr. Right" (in Bulgarian). Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  17. ↑ "Review of "The Cherry Orchard"" (in Bulgarian). Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  18. ↑ "Review of "The Fisherman and His Soul"" (in Bulgarian). Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  19. ↑ "Avignon Theater Festival - Casanova requiem for love" (in German). July 2010. Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  20. ↑ "Théâtre du bolg - Casanova requiem for love" (in French). 28 July 2010. Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  21. ↑ "Casanova, Requiem for love" (in French). Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  22. ↑ "LeMonde.fr - Casanova Requiem for love" (in French). Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  23. ↑ "La Theatrotheque - Casanova Requiem for love" (in French). Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  24. ↑ ""Angels in America" - the threshold of sincerity" (in Bulgarian). Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  25. ↑ "Review of "The Inspector General"" (in Bulgarian). Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  26. ↑ ""The Government Inspector" premieres at the National Theater" (in Bulgarian). Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  27. ↑ "Karamazov, Vergov and Baharov in the referee trio in the Satire theater" (in Bulgarian). Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  28. ↑ "Review of "Spinach and Chips"" (in Bulgarian). Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  29. ↑ "Three Bears Entertainment" (in Bulgarian). Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  30. ↑ "Vergov, Baharov and Karamazov fight and cry in the Satirical theater" (in Bulgarian). Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  31. ↑ ""The three barons" touring by the sea" (in Bulgarian). Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  32. ↑ ""The three bears" got standing ovations in Burgas, the "Art" tour continues" (in Bulgarian). Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  33. ↑ "Vladimir Karamazov - actor in "Tales for Symphonic Orchestra"" (in Bulgarian). Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  34. ↑ "Vladimir Karamazov and Svetlina Terzieva visit Niki Kunchev" (in Bulgarian). Archived from the original on 6 June 2014. Retrieved 4 June 2014.
  35. ↑ "Karamazov in "Child of Glass"". Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  36. ↑ "Dakota – where the nightmares are prophecies of the Apocalypse" (in Bulgarian). Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  37. ↑ ""God of Carnage" in National Theatre "Ivan Vazov""". Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  38. ↑ ""Delhi Dance" in National Theatre "Ivan Vazov""". Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  39. ↑ ""Neo-Summerfolk" in National Theatre "Ivan Vazov""". Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  40. ↑ "Vlado Karamazov is a monk..." (in Bulgarian). Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  41. ↑ "Vladimir Karamazov in "The Tree of Life"" (in Bulgarian). Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  42. ↑ "Bulgarian national television: Vlado Karamazov - the actor and the minister in "Fourth Power"" (in Bulgarian). Archived from the original on 16 October 2013. Retrieved 29 October 2013.
  43. ↑ "Bulgarian national television: "Fourth Power", the new series of BNT, heads to the viewers" (in Bulgarian). Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  44. ↑ "Deian Donkov and Vlado Karamazov in a new series" (in Bulgarian). Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  45. ↑ "Vlado Karamazov: host of the game "Bingo Millions"" (in Bulgarian). Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  46. ↑ "Vlado Karamazov on bTV: For me "Bingo Millions" is a big challenge" (in Bulgarian). Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  47. ↑ "Karamazov as the frog prince" (in Bulgarian). Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  48. ↑ "Vlado Karamazov presents "The Princess and The Frog"" (in Bulgarian). Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  49. ↑ "Vlado Karamazov sounds from space" (in Bulgarian). Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  50. ↑ "Vlado Karamazov dubs a beetle in animation movie with Japanese story". Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  51. ↑ "Vladimir Karamazov became the face of a fashion brand" (in Bulgarian). Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  52. ↑ "Vladimir Karamazov as the face of a fashion brand" (in Bulgarian). Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  53. ↑ "Vlado Karamazov: My first role was to charm the women" (in Bulgarian). Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  54. ↑ "Vodka "Flirt" with new site and new products" (in Bulgarian). Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  55. ↑ "Bulgarian stars in a new campaign of Coca-Cola light" (in Bulgarian). Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  56. ↑ "Elena presented her fashion line EGG" (in Bulgarian). Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  57. ↑ "Vlado Karamazov in new light" (in Bulgarian). Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  58. ↑ "Vlado Karamazov with award "Ivan Dimov"" (in Bulgarian). 16 June 2012. Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  59. ↑ "Vladimir Karamazov awarded by the National theater "Ivan Vazov"" (in Bulgarian). 11 June 2012. Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  60. ↑ "Ministry of Culture – "Golden Century awards"" (in Bulgarian). 20 May 2013. Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  61. ↑ "Vladimir Karamazov in Forbes Top 70 Bulgarian Celebrities 2015"". Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  62. ↑ "Vladimir Karamazov in Forbes Top 70 Bulgarian Celebrities 2016"". Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  63. ↑ "Vladimir Karamazov in "Top 50 Most Influential Bulgarians in Facebook"". Retrieved 6 May 2020.
  64. ↑ "Askeer 2017 nominations". Retrieved 6 May 2020.
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