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Pierre Joseph DelandSwedish actor and director
Date of Birth: 13.12.1805
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Birth and Early Life
Born on December 13, 1805, Swedish actor and director Ludvig Deland (né Delan) hailed from a theatrical family. His uncle was the renowned actor and choreographer Louis Joseph Deland, and his brother was the esteemed artist Fredrik Deland.
Acting Career
In 1825, Deland embarked on his acting career, touring with theatrical companies. In 1833, he established his own troupe, performing primarily in Uppsala during winter months and in Stockholm's Djurgården theater during summer seasons. With his troupe, Deland regularly embarked on tours to Finland, gracing the stage of the Swedish Theater in Åbo from 1840 to 1850.
Repertoire and Legacy
Deland's troupe primarily staged plays by Romantic authors, such as A. Blanche ("Master Blackstadius," "The Traveling Troupe," "The Rich Uncle"), T. Säfström, F. Hedberg, A. Oehlenschläger ("Axel and Valborg," "Haldor and Signe"), V. Hugo ("Angelo"), and F. Schiller ("The Robbers," "Intrigue and Love"). Shakespeare's tragedies were also presented with a Romantic interpretation. Additionally, the troupe performed melodramas by A. Kotzebue and vaudevilles by E. Scribe. Deland excelled in comedic and character roles in the plays of A. Blanche, H. Hertz, I. C. Hostrup, A. Heiberg, and E. Scribe.
Later Years
In 1861, Deland's troupe disbanded. He remained active in the theater until his passing on November 13, 1862. Deland's contribution to Swedish theater during the Romantic era is remembered for his ensemble's vibrant performances of popular plays and their innovative interpretations of classic works.