Vilen Galstyan

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Vilen Galstyan

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Vilen Galstyan

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Why Is Vilen Galstyan Influential?

According to Wikipedia, Vilen Galstyan was an Armenian ballet dancer and actor who was popular in the former U.S.S.R. and especially in Armenia. He was awarded by the People's Artist of Armenia honorary title. Biography Galstyan was born on 12 February 1941 in Yerevan. He trained at Yerevan Choreographic School, before he began performing with Spendiaryan Opera and Ballet Theater. He also performed internationally, including at the Bolshoi Theatre. He took part in a Canadian tour with Mikhail Baryshnikov, during which Baryshnikov defected. Galstyan stated that he was questioned by the KGB as a result. He won gold medals at Varna International Ballet Competition and another international competition in Cairo in 1968 and 1971 respectively. He appeared in over 60 films during his 40-year career, including in The Color of Pomegranates, after he was spotted by director Sergei Parajanov during a performance of Giselle.

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What Schools Are Affiliated With Vilen Galstyan?

Vilen Galstyan is affiliated with the following schools:

• Yerevan Dancing Art State College