David Hovan (born 1950) is a Canadian artist, actor and filmmaker.
Biography David Hovan was born in Beirut, Lebanon, in 1950, to an Armenian family. His interest for the arts led him to earn a Bachelor of Arts degree in Beirut, where he gained recognition through his participation in local theatrical productions. Thanks to a prestigious scholarship he came to the United States. In 1975 he completed his MFA in Theatre at Southern Methodist University, where he performed in leading roles for two seasons.
After moving to Vancouver, Canada, David expanded the scope of his artistic practice, achieving professional success as an actor, director, and filmmaker. His work in independent films garnered numerous accolades before he turned his attention to the fine arts. He honed his skills in abstract painting through independent study at the Emily Carr University of Art + Design and by working with private mentors.
Stage Year Title Role TheatreNotes1976HamletFirst playerTheatre Calgary, Calgary, Albertaas Ara Hovanessian1976Rosencrantz & Guildenstern Are DeadThe playerTheatre Calgary, Calgary, Albertaas Ara Hovanessian1976Beautiful TigersPablo PicassoVancouver East Cultural Centre, Vancouver, British Columbiaas Ara Hovanessian1980The Lion and the LarkLeoTheatre 3, Edmonton, Albertaas Ara Hovan1981Wild OatsLempkeArts Club Theatre, Vancouver, British Columbiaas Ara Hovan
Filmography Film Year Title RoleNotes1978I Miss You, Hugs and KissesReporteras Ara Hovanessian1980VirusMaj. Gironas Ara Hovanessian1981ThresholdShort O.R. Visitoras Ara Hovan1984Hour of the Grey HorseVrejas Ara Hovanessian2008CrimeTula's Dad2014ToastmasterUncle Kaprielalso associate producer2019TippedCurt ManShort2024Are We Done Now?Online Mediation Guide
Television
Year Title Role Notes1977The Magic LieEpisode: "Snatched"The New AvengersCziborEpisode: "Forward Base"1979 The Littlest HoboEpisode: "The Defector"Spirit of AdventureFishermanEpisode: "Marooned in the Land God Gave to Cain"1989WiseguyPalatoEpisode: "Le Lacrime D'Amore: Part 2 aka There's Plenty of Time"1989-90Booker 2 episodes1992The CommishRandiEpisode: "True Believers"Lightning ForcePilotEpisode: "Hijack"Dirty WorkPhilTelevision film2012AlcatrazPhilharmonic ChairmanEpisode: "Webb Porter"Love at the Thanksgiving Day ParadeGianoTelevision film2013MotiveBuilding SuperEpisode: "Pushover"2021Trigger MeMeditation GuyEpisode #1.4
References
External links
Spotlight: Q and A with David Hovan David Hovan