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Eduardo FilippoItalian comedian, actor and director, legend of the Italian theater: the whole country simply called him Eduardo
Date of Birth: 24.05.1900
Country:  Italy |
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Biography of Eduardo De Filippo
Eduardo De Filippo was an Italian playwright, actor, and director, and a legend of Italian theater. He was widely known and adored throughout the country, and was often referred to simply as "Eduardo". He received numerous awards in Italy and abroad for his contributions to the arts.
Early Life and Career
De Filippo began his theatrical career in Naples, where he worked as an actor in his father's troupe, Eduardo Scarpetta's company. He later formed his own troupe with his brother, Peppino, and sister, Titina. Together, they staged his deeply human and poignant comedies, such as "Christmas in the Cupiello House" (1931), "Naples Millionaire" (1945), "Filumena Marturano" (1946; a brilliant production at the Vakhtangov Theatre, a significant milestone in the history of our theater), "My Family" (1955), "Mayor of the Sanità District" (1960), "Monument" (1970), and "Exams Never End" (1973).
Legacy
Although De Filippo's characters often belonged to a specific social environment and experienced localized issues, his theater transcended the boundaries of Naples and continues to captivate audiences in various countries. His works have become true classics of 20th-century theater. In 1981, De Filippo was appointed a senator for life, and in the same year, he established the "Dramatic School" in Rome.
