To paraphrase a well-known figure of speech, we can say that actors are not born, but become. The main thing is to show perseverance in pursuit of the goal. The biography of Alexander Arseniev can serve as an illustration of this message.
Standard childhood
The nature of the human psyche is designed in such a way that each person strives to be like his parents or close relatives. Grandfather of Alexander Arseniev was a fighter pilot and took part in the battles of the Great Patriotic War. The future actor was born on October 31, 1973 in an ordinary Soviet family. Parents lived in the famous city of Togliatti, where the VAZ automobile plant is located. His father worked at this enterprise as an assembly fitter, and his mother as an accountant.
The boy spent a lot of time with his grandfather. They often went to the forest to pick mushrooms and go fishing. Communication with the war veteran had a beneficial effect on Sasha. When it came time to choose a profession, he decided to become a pilot. But the state of health blocked the path to the dream. Having received a certificate of maturity, Arseniev tried to enter Kuibyshev University, but failed the entrance exams. With frustration I went to study at a vocational school as an electromechanic. And after graduating from college he was drafted into the army.
In the acting field
It fell to serve Arsenyev in the infantry. In between classes in combat training, he took part in amateur performances. He sang popular songs. He recited poetry. Danced "gypsy" and "lady". Sending the soldier to civilian life, the unit commander, the gray-haired colonel, admonished him: "Son, you need to become an actor." Alexander pulled himself together and decided to get a specialized education at the Moscow Art Theater School. He was enrolled in the course of Oleg Efremov. After receiving his diploma, Arseniev entered the service at the Chekhov Theater. For two years he played thirteen roles.
After the death of his beloved mentor Oleg Efremov, the actor moved to the Pushkin Theater. Here it was uploaded, as they say, in full. It is important to note that with a heavy workload in the theater, he manages to act in films. Possessing a textured appearance, Arsenyev easily plays officers and heroes-lovers. However, his acting role is much broader. The audience remembered him from the TV series "Turkish March" and "Institute for Noble Maidens." In the films Heavy Sand and I Will Give Myself a Miracle.
Recognition and privacy
The stage creativity of Arsenyev was appreciated at its true worth. In 2017, he was awarded the title of Honorary Artist of Moscow. The actor does not make a secret from his personal life, although he notes that he is pleased to feel the adoration of his fans. Alexander has been legally married for several years. Wife Anna Garnova is also an actress. She serves at the Mossovet Theater. The husband and wife are raising a daughter. Arseniev tries to spend all his free time with his family. He also collects beer mugs. Each time from his touring trips, Alexander brings another, only the original copy.
