The “Three Ages of Saroyan” Return to Home Museum

Staff Report

The Renaissance Cultural & Intellectual Foundation, a non-profit organization founded by Artur Janibekyan, is pleased to announce that the Saroyan House Museum, in cooperation with “The Interactive World” company, has recreated William Saroyan’s presence in the Museum. Visitors can now view an updated Saroyan Hologram, which includes the “Three Ages of Saroyan.”

Months of research were conducted to present the most accurate portrayal of Saroyan. A photograph taken by Dan Weiner in 1953 served as a basis for recreating the interior of the Hologram room. Archival photos and both personal and interview recordings were used for the recreation of the characters.

Archival recordings of Saroyan were utilized to create a longer and more exciting Hologram content that also represents Saroyan at three different stages of life. The visitor will now have the opportunity to see Saroyan first as a telegraph messenger who was wandering in the streets of Fresno—dreaming about becoming a writer. Twelve-year-old Karen Margarian plays this part. The young, successful, and ambitious playwright at the peak of his fame is portrayed by songwriter, TV host, and actor Avet Barseghyan. 

Finally, Shant S. Hovnanian, with 45 years of experience in real-estate, development, and philanthropy, portrays Fresno’s favorite bicycle rider—the infamous writer with gentle eyes and walrus mustache. 

The William Saroyan House Museum would like to express its deepest gratitude to the actors for their hard work and dedication and to “The Interactive World” company for its wonderful cooperation.

The William Saroyan House Museum is open Thursday-Saturdays. 

For hours of operation and to make a reservation, please check the website www.saroyanhouse.com. 

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