Stiliyan Petrov

Stiliyan Petrov is an Associate Professor of Dramatic Theater Directing at the National Academy of Dramatic Arts and Sciences 'Krastyo Sarafov' in Sofia, Bulgaria. Since 2011, he has held academic positions at this institution, advancing to his current rank in 2023. His creative work spans over two decades, with a focus on directing adaptations of classical and contemporary texts across theatre and radio platforms.

Education:

• M.A. in Theater Directing (1999–2004), National Academy of Dramatic Arts 'Krastyo Sarafov'

Research Interests: Petrov explores silence as a theatrical device, classical text modernization, radio drama innovation, and Bulgarian theatre traditions. His 2022 dissertation, 'Silence as Action. Theatrical Dimensions and Practices.', deepens these themes.

Key Creative Works: Notable adaptations include Ibsen's When We Dead Awake (Slovenian National Theatre, 2024), Chekhov's Three Sisters (2023), and radio plays based on Duras and Chekhov texts. His work frequently blends experimental staging with socio-political commentary.

Awards:

• IKAR 2005 Debut Award
• IKAR 2020 Nomination for On an Electrical Phenomenon
• Sofia Municipality Cultural Achievement Award (2020)

Labs/Teams: Collaborates with institutions like SFUMATO Theater Workshop, National Theatre and Film Academy, and Bulgarian National Radio.