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Petros AdamianArmenian actor, tragedian.
Date of Birth: 21.12.1849
Country:  Turkey |
Content:
- Early Life and Career
- Renowned Roles
- Hamlet's Interpretation
- Other Notable Roles
- Literary and Artistic Pursuits
- Legacy
- Tragic End
Early Life and Career
Armenian actor and tragedian Garabet Abilov Adamian was born in Tbilisi, Georgia. His performances were characterized by their intellectual depth, expressive emotionality, and technical mastery.
Renowned Roles
Adamian gained fame for his portrayal of tragic characters, notably Othello, Kean, and, most notably, Hamlet. Critics compared his performances to those of Ernesto Rossi and Tommaso Salvini. The Russian press lauded him as one of the world's leading tragedians.
Hamlet's Interpretation
Adamian's portrayal of Hamlet was particularly noteworthy. He infused the character with "far more passion and energy than, for example, the famous Salvini and Rossi," according to the weekly publication "Iscusstvo."
Other Notable Roles
Beyond Hamlet, Adamian's repertoire included memorable performances as Arbénin in Lermontov's "Masquerade," Khlestakov in Gogol's "The Inspector General," Zhadov in Ostrovsky's "A Lucrative Position," Uriel Acosta in Gunkow's eponymous play, and Corrado in Giacometti's "The Family of the Criminal."
Literary and Artistic Pursuits
Adamian was not only an actor but also a writer and artist. He published a book on Shakespeare's "Hamlet" entitled "Shakespeare and the Criticism of his Tragedy 'Hamlet.'" His paintings depicted characters from plays, including Hamlet, Ophelia, King Lear, and Corrado.
Legacy
Adamian's influence extended beyond his own performances. He inspired Armenian actors such as Siranush, Rachia Azniv, O. Abelian, G. Petrosyan, and V. Papazian. The Tbilisi Armenian Theatre bears his name.
Tragic End
During the Armenian Genocide, Adamian faced financial hardship and contracted throat cancer. Thanks to the intervention of Russian actors, he received medical care at a Russian hospital in Constantinople, where he passed away.
