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Oscar BlumenthalGerman playwright, poet and theatre critic, chess player and chess composer.
Date of Birth: 13.03.1852
Country:  Germany |
Content:
- Oskar Blumenthal: A German Literary and Theatrical Luminary
- Journalistic Beginnings
- Theater Critic and Controversial Wit
- Lessing-Theater Director
- Playwright and Humorous Poet
- Preserving Literary Heritage
Oskar Blumenthal: A German Literary and Theatrical Luminary
Early Life and EducationOskar Blumenthal, a distinguished German playwright, poet, and theater critic, was born and raised in Berlin. He pursued his education at the University of Leipzig, where he earned his doctorate in philosophy in 1872.
Journalistic Beginnings
Blumenthal's journalistic career commenced in Leipzig, where he served as editor of the "Deutsche Dichterhalle." In 1873, he established a new publication, the "Neue Monatshefte für Dichtkunst und Kritik."
Theater Critic and Controversial Wit
Upon his return to Berlin in 1875, Blumenthal joined the "Berliner Tageblatt" as a theater critic. His sharp wit and incisive humor, occasionally verging on the scathing, earned him the nickname "blutiger Oskar" (Bloody Oskar).
Lessing-Theater Director
Blumenthal's connection to the theatrical world deepened in 1887, when he opened the Lessing-Theater in Berlin and assumed its directorship until 1898. Additionally, he held the directorship of the Berliner Theater from 1894 to 1895.
Playwright and Humorous Poet
Beyond his critical work, Blumenthal was also renowned for his plays. His most celebrated collaboration was "Im Weißen Rössl" (The White Horse Inn), co-written with Gustav Kadelburg. Moreover, he gained recognition for his witty and humorous short poems.
Preserving Literary Heritage
Blumenthal played an instrumental role in preserving the legacy of the German playwright Christian Dietrich Grabbe. He meticulously published Grabbe's works and manuscripts, ensuring his literary contributions would continue to inspire future generations.
