Moliere Biography

Moliere biography

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NAME: Moliere
OCCUPATION: Theater Actor, Playwright
BIRTH DATE: January 15, 1622
DEATH DATE: February 17, 1673
EDUCATION: Lycée Louis-le-Grand
PLACE OF BIRTH: Paris, France
PLACE OF DEATH: Paris, France
Full Name: Jean-Baptiste Paquelin
AKA: Moliere

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Moliere was a renowned 17th century French dramatist, actor, director and all-around artist known for his innovative stage comedies.

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Born on January 15, 1622, in Paris, France, Moliere eventually started his own troupe, the Illustre Théâtre. He became renowned for directing and writing works like L'École des femmes, Tartuffe ou l'Imposteur, George Dandin and Le Misanthrope, indicting hypocrisy and giving depth to comedic characters though also facing criticism. Moliere acted in his works as well. He died on February 17, 1673.