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Eugene Ionesco

1912-1994

Eugene Ionesco was a French playwright of Romanian origin, known for being one of the main exponents of the theater of the absurd.

Biography

Eugene Ionesco was a French playwright of Romanian origin, known for being one of the main exponents of the theater of the absurd.

He was born on November 26, 1909 in Slatina, Romania, and later moved to France, where he developed most of his literary career.

His works, such as 'The Bald Soprano' and 'The Lesson', defy theatrical conventions and explore the illogical and absurd nature of human existence.

Ionesco is considered a master of dark humor and an influential figure in 20th-century theater.

He passed away in 1994, leaving a lasting legacy in the world of theater..