Biography

Oleksandr Yatsenko is an actor born in Kyiv, Ukraine. He trained in judo for six years in his home country, winning several local awards. He graduated from the Karpenko-Kary Kyiv National University with a degree in cinema and theatre acting. Now based in London, Yatsenko has performed in various international productions, including a lead role in "Der Wij" at the Thalia Theatre in Hamburg and a role in the drama series "The Tattooist of Auschwitz" on Sky TV and Peacock.

"Der Wij" (The Viy) is a play directed by Kirill Serebrennikov inspired by a novella by Nikolai Gogol. The production, featuring a mix of Russian, Ukrainian, and German actors, premiered in Hamburg in December 2022. The performance received praise for its poetic power and emotional depth, with reviewers noting its strong anti-war message and the powerful performances of the cast, including Yatsenko.

"The Tattooist of Auschwitz" is a drama series based on the novel by Heather Morris. It tells the harrowing story of Lale Sokolov, a Jewish man who is forced to tattoo numbers on his fellow prisoners in Auschwitz during World War II. The series, which aired on Sky TV and Peacock, has been noted for its poignant storytelling and strong performances, bringing to life a powerful narrative of love and survival amid the horrors of the Holocaust.

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