Hello and Welcome to my site. My name is Aleksey Solodov and if you are reading this, then you must want to know a little more about me. That's OK, I don't blame you. Who wouldn't want to know more about me?

I was born in Kiev , Ukraine on a cold winter's day in January, the 29th 1982. Shortly after my birth, my father, Eugene, was drafted into the great army of the Soviet Union . Times were tough and my mother, Helen, was forced to work three jobs to support our family. During much of this time I was raised by my grandmother Valentina. She was a kind and loving person, a simple woman who taught me about the simplicity of life.

In 1990 my little sister, Mariya, was born. She has been trouble ever since, but she's worth it every minute. I went to school at the High School of Kiev #306, and while in school I was drawn to the performing arts, finding myself in a variety of school plays. I learned to play the guitar and spent as much time as I could on or near the stage, helping with countless stage activities, and even directing.

I graduated in May of 1999, and six short months later my parents gave me the opportunity to come to the United States. I could hardly wait. In the fall of 2001, I enrolled at Des Moines Area Community College and continued to study theatre acting. I made many friends through my experiences there, and I was also introduced to the idea of acting on film and in movies. I fell in love with it instantly. During my tenure at DMACC I was lucky enough to be chosen for leading parts in three different theatre releases, two of which were the well-known classics "Everyman" and "Tartuffe."

Since my time with the DMACC theatre I have kept busy with leading and supporting roles in three separate independent films set to be released in the spring, 2007. Currently I am exploring my newest passion as a stand up comedian. I perform as often as I can, and have been featured at various local venues around the Des Moines area.

What's the secret to my success, you ask? Well I think that in the United States a good work ethic will take you a very long way. If you aren't lazy, if you have a little common sense and a lot of friends, you will go far in life. I am just like you, working hard at the dream I've got, saving my pennies, and keeping my nose down. I love a good game of pool over a few beers with some good company, and I try to remember the lessons of my grandmother: Keep things simple.

Aleksey Solodov
Actor and comedian

Height: 5'10
Pant: 32/32
Weight: 170 lbs
Shoe: 9 1/2
Hair: Light Brown
Shirt: Medium
Eyes: Hazel
DOB: 1/29/82

Work Experience:

Film:
“Vamoose”
Jay, the Russian Pimp
New Breed Entertainment
“The Revenge: Friday the 13th”
Roger (Principal Role)
3 B Entertainment

“The Wait”
Yorgi (Principal Role)
3 B Entertainment

"Dirty Little Man"
Leto, police informant
5490 studios
 
Theatre:

"Everyman"
Principal Role
"DMACC Theater "

"Tartuffe" 
Principal Role
"DMACC Theater "

"10 Minute Plays" 
Ensemble Role
"DMACC Theater "

Commercial:

Iowa lottery commercial
Extra

Stand Up Comedy:

Guest Comedian at various local venues.

Was Invited to audition for Last Comic Standing 6 on NBC. Last Comic Standing Is an annual Comedy Event
competition that showcases Rising Comedians.

Education and Training:

Acting:
Introduction to Acting
William Johnson
Des Moines Area Community College

Special Skills:
Fluent in Russian, Ukrainian, English
Play guitar.

Goal:

To become a cast member on SNL.