--- title: Ali Poyrazoğlu slug: ali-poyrazoglu-1ab98 url: /detay/ali-poyrazoglu-1ab98 type: biography language: English entity: primary: Ali Poyrazoğlu type: biography categories: - name: General Knowledge slug: genel-kultur url: /kategori/genel-kultur - name: Performance Arts slug: sahne-sanatlari url: /kategori/sahne-sanatlari - name: Cinema And Television slug: sinema-ve-televizyon url: /kategori/sinema-ve-televizyon tags: - Theater - Cinema - regulation - education - Ali Poyrazoğlu author: Sevgi Kıraç created_at: 2025-11-29T14:29:51.217360+03:00 updated_at: 2025-11-29T14:29:51.217376+03:00 image: https://cdn.t3pedia.org/media/uploads/2025/09/10/Ltf9HPm5btfwS7Gy6cimbNVCWo0u3x4E.png --- # Ali Poyrazoğlu > Ali Poyrazoğlu (d. 9 July 1946, Istanbul) is a Turkish theater, film actor, playwright, and director. ## KURE Information Cards ![thumbs_b2_17607a17016845b5d0520ff34ba0ddfa.jpg](https://cdn.t3pedia.org/media/uploads/2025/09/10/eo60l24KffJflzpWbRORfvbKBLaxaM2D.jpg) *Ali Poyrazoğlu* | Field | Value | |-------|-------| | Doğum tarihi | 1946-09-09 | | Place of Birth | Istanbul, Türkiye | | Profession(s) | Actor,voice artist,director | | Theater Company | Ali Poyrazoğlu Tiyatrosu | | Fields | television,cinema,voice acting,Theater | ## Article Content Ali Poyrazoğlu (born 9 July 1946, Istanbul) is an actor, playwright, and director active in theatre and cinema. His artistic career began in childhood with performances at the [Istanbul Municipal Theatres](/en/detay/-7ed82/llms.txt); he graduated from Pertevniyal High School and the Istanbul Conservatory (Theatre Department). In 1972, he founded the [Ali Poyrazoğlu Theatre](/en/detay/ali-poyrazoglu-18668/llms.txt). ### **Life and Education** Ali Poyrazoğlu was born in Istanbul on 9 July 1946. He made his stage debut as a child with the Istanbul Municipal Theatres. After completing Pertevniyal High School, he graduated from the Theatre Department of the Istanbul Municipal Conservatory. He later received theatre training in England and France, gaining exposure to different theatrical traditions. ### **Theatre Work** Poyrazoğlu began his professional theatre career with the Istanbul Municipal Theatres and performed and directed with ensembles such as Ulvi Uraz Theatre, Kent Oyuncuları, Gülriz Sururi-Engin Cezzar Theatre, Dormen Theatre, Ayfer Feray Theatre, and Arena Groups. In 1972, he established his own company, **Ali Poyrazoğlu Theatre**. This ensemble staged works by modern Turkish and international playwrights. He translated 45 plays, which were performed by various private theatres as well as state and municipal theatres. His plays have been staged in Greece, Germany, Switzerland, England, France, Australia, and Austria. In 1998, he played the lead role in English in the play *Pera* on Broadway, gaining international stage experience. In Paris, he performed his own play *İçimdeki Timsah* in French under the title *Le Crocodile En Moi!* Among the plays in which he has performed are: - *Düşenin Dostu* - *Evet Evet Evet* - *Hakkımı Ver Hakkı* - *Kelebek* - *İpteki* - *Gözlerimi Kaparım Vazifemi Yaparım* - *Deliler Boşandı* - *Çılgınlar Kulübü* - *Orkestra* - *Oğlum Çiçek Açtı* - *Babam Dokuz Doğurdu* - *Uzaktaki Piyano Sesleri* - *Ali Harikalar Diyarında* - *Eski Çamlar Bardak Oldu* - *Kobay* - *Sağlık Olsun* - *Ben Eskiden Küçüktüm* - *İyi Günde Kötü Günde* - *Tak Tak Takıntı* - *Tanımadığım Adamlar* - *İçimdeki Timsah* - *Beni Yeniden Sev* - *Kaplumbağa* - *Asi Kuş* - *Küçük Prens Bana Dedi Ki* - *Ödünç Yaşamlar* - *Tamamla Bizi Ey Aşk* - *Hayatım Roman* - *Şıngır Şıngır Beyoğlu* ### **Cinema Work** Poyrazoğlu began appearing in cinema in the 1970s. Early films in which he acted include *Bulunmaz Uşak*, *Kayıkçının Küreği*, *Sokak Şarkıcıları*, *Gönül Meyhanesi*, *Cevriye’nin Kızları*, *Kadınlar Hayır Derse*, *Canavar Cafer*, and *Çilli Yavrum Çilli*. The artist stepped away from cinema in the mid-1970s but returned to the screen in the 1980s with Atıf Yılmaz’s film *Asiye Nasıl Kurtulur?* (1986). He later appeared in the film *Arkadaşım Şeytan* (1988) alongside [Mazhar Alanson](/en/detay/mazhar-alanson-878e4/llms.txt). He reappeared in cinema during the 2000s, performing in the films *9* (2002), *O Şimdi Asker* (2003), *Abdülhamid Düşerken* (2003), *Ayın Karanlık Yüzü* (2005), and *Erkekler* (2013). ### **Television and Radio Work** In the 1970s, he reached a wide audience through his character “Ali Uyanık” on TRT television. He also appeared in TV series such as *Darısı Başımıza*, *İnsanlık Hali*, *Kim Bunlar*, *Sünnet Holding*, and *Aile Bağları*. He created and hosted the radio program *Gölgede Muhabbet* for twelve years, which was later adapted for television. ### **Writing and Translations** Ali Poyrazoğlu has produced work in literature as well as theatre. He wrote columns for various newspapers, notably contributing for many years to Yeniyüzyıl and Sabah newspapers. His published books include: - *Ödünç Yaşamlar* - *İçimdeki Timsah* - *Bir Sen Kaldın Yalnızlık Gelince* - *Usta ile Çırak* - *Ben Eskiden Küçüktüm* - *Tamamla Bizi Ey Aşk* His books published in French include *Le Théâtre Interdit* and *Le Crocodile en Moi*. ### **Work with Orchestras** He has conducted the Borusan Philharmonic Orchestra in special concerts (*Carmen* – Georges Bizet, *Little Prince* – Rachel Portman). He also performed a concert with the Olten Philharmonic Orchestra. ### **Educational and Advisory Activities** In addition to his artistic career, he has taught at universities. Since 1985, he has provided consultancy in communication, team dynamics, motivation, innovation, and leadership for various institutions and organizations. ### **Awards and Titles** Ali Poyrazoğlu has received numerous awards for his work in theatre and cinema. He was honored by the Republic of Türkiye with the title “State Artist.” He served as **UNICEF Türkiye Goodwill Ambassador**, advocating for children’s rights. He also held the position of President of the Theatre Producers Association. ### **Today** Ali Poyrazoğlu continues active work in theatre, cinema, and literature. He continues to stage his own plays through his theatre company and remains engaged in creative projects across various artistic disciplines. ## Academic Sources and References 5. Ali Poyrazoğlu Tiyatrosu. "Ali Poyrazoğlu." Accessed September 10, 2025. https://www.alipoyrazoglu.com.tr/?pnum=18&pt=Ali+POYRAZOĞLU 6. Anadolu Ajansı. “Ali Poyrazoğlu.” Foto Galeri. January 12, 2023. Accessed September 10, 2025. https://www.aa.com.tr/tr/pg/foto-galeri/ali-poyrazoglu 7. Beyazperde. "Ali Poyrazoğlu." Accessed September 10, 2025. https://www.beyazperde.com/sanatcilar/sanatci-436813/biyografi/ 8. IMDb. "Ali Poyrazoğlu." Accessed September 10, 2025. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0694735/ 9. İstanbul Kültür Sanat Vakfı. “İstanbul Tiyatro Festivali – Onur Ödülleri: Ali Poyrazoğlu.” Accessed September 10, 2025. https://tiyatro.iksv.org/tr/onur-odulleri/ali-poyrazoglu