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Alvis Hermanis, Latvia

Alvis Hermanis is a Latvian theatre director best known for his work at the New Riga Theatre.

He has been described as one of the most important theatre directors in Europe and his work has been praised for its originality, intelligence, and emotional power.

His productions often deal with controversial issues, such as the Soviet occupation of Latvia, and he has been criticized by some for his outspoken views.

Hermanis was born in Riga, Latvia, in 1965.

He studied at the Latvian Academy of Music and studied directing at the Russian Academy of Theatre Arts in Moscow.

After graduating, he worked as a director at several theaters in Latvia before being appointed artistic director of the New Riga Theatre in 1997.

Under Hermanis' leadership, the New Riga Theatre has become one of the most respected theaters in Europe.

The theater has toured extensively and its productions have been seen by audiences all over the world.

Hermanis has also directed several films, including The Long Day's Journey into Night (2018) and The White Crow (2019).

Hermanis is a recipient of numerous awards, including the Europe Theatre Prize (2002) and the Golden Lion for Best Director at the Venice Film Festival (2019).

He is a member of the European Film Academy and the Russian Academy of Arts.

Hermanis is a controversial figure, but there is no doubt that he is one of the most important theater directors of his generation.