Who is funny Molière?

Why did Molière change his name?

Since the life of the theater was not considered very respectable, he assumed the name “Molière” in order to spare embarrassment to his family. That same year he signed on with the family of Madeleine Béjart and nine other actors, who formed a troupe known as the Illustre Théâtre.

Did Molière marry his own daughter?

Around this time, Molière and Madeleine began to live apart; in 1662, he married her beautiful daughter Armande (passed off as Madeleine’s “sister”). Molière’s enemies whispered that Armande, some 20 years younger than the playwright, was his own daughter.

Where is Molière buried?

1817Molière / Date of burial

What was Molière’s last play?

The Imaginary Invalid
Le Malade imaginaire (The Imaginary Invalid), about a hypochondriac who fears death and doctors, was performed in 1673 and was Molière’s last work.

Why was Tartuffe banned?

After its original French premiere, Tartuffe was twice banned for perceived anti-Catholicism, and its challenge to religious values is the hardest part of the drama to reproduce these days, when few theatregoers would be shocked even if the venal priest came on dressed as the pope.

Why does Orgon hide in Tartuffe?

Dorine suggests a plan to prevent Tartuffe’s marriage to Mariane. Mariane protests her impending wedding. Elmire offers to prove Tartuffe’s attempts at seduction, and hides Orgon under a table so he can see it with his own eyes.

Where is Louis the 14th buried?

September 9, 1715Louis XIV / Date of burial

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