Luigi Pirandello
Birth Place: Sicily, ITALY
Latest News on Luigi Pirandello:
How Common Are Foreign Language Plays on Broadway? A Look at Translation Trends (Nov 23, 2025)
Student Blog: Why Play Write? (Oct 31, 2025)
Previews: LA NUOVA STAGIONE DEL TEATROSOPHIA (Sep 25, 2025)
How Common Are Foreign Language Plays on Broadway? A Look at Translation Trends (Nov 23, 2025)
Student Blog: Why Play Write? (Oct 31, 2025)
Previews: LA NUOVA STAGIONE DEL TEATROSOPHIA (Sep 25, 2025)
Photos
The Resident Acting Company will present a reading of It Is So (If You Think So) by Luigi Pirandello at The Players Club, 16 Gramercy Park South, on November 19, 2018. L-R: Michael Keyloun, Waltrudis
Date:
10/30/2018
From: Photo Flash: Resident Acting Company Will Offer Staged Reading Of IT IS SO By Luigi Pirandello
Awards and Nominations
winner
Obie Awards - 1963 - Best Production (Play)
Luigi Pirandello, Six Characters In Search Of An Author
News
How Common Are Foreign Language Plays on Broadway? A Look at Translation Trends
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Nov 23, 2025
While the large majority of plays that make it to Broadway were written in English, a small fraction of plays were originally penned in a different language and translated.
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Nov 23, 2025
While the large majority of plays that make it to Broadway were written in English, a small fraction of plays were originally penned in a different language and translated.
Student Blog: Why Play Write?
by Student Blogger: Leah Fridman - Oct 31, 2025
I have done (almost) every job in theater you could think of…. I’ve helped produce, done PR, play selection committees. I’ve written works, edited works, worked on staged readings, dramaturged…jack of all trades, master of some!
by Student Blogger: Leah Fridman - Oct 31, 2025
I have done (almost) every job in theater you could think of…. I’ve helped produce, done PR, play selection committees. I’ve written works, edited works, worked on staged readings, dramaturged…jack of all trades, master of some!
Previews: LA NUOVA STAGIONE DEL TEATROSOPHIA
by Ettore Farrattini - Sep 25, 2025
LA NUOVA STAGIONE DEL TEATROSOPHIA UNA PROGRAMMAZIONE INTERESSANTE E PIENA DI SORPRESE
by Ettore Farrattini - Sep 25, 2025
LA NUOVA STAGIONE DEL TEATROSOPHIA UNA PROGRAMMAZIONE INTERESSANTE E PIENA DI SORPRESE
Review: TORONTO FRINGE FESTIVAL Review Roundup Featuring ACTING LESSONS and More
by Ilana Lucas - Jul 5, 2025
What did our critic think of TORONTO FRINGE FESTIVAL REVIEW ROUNDUP 1 at Toronto Fringe?
by Ilana Lucas - Jul 5, 2025
What did our critic think of TORONTO FRINGE FESTIVAL REVIEW ROUNDUP 1 at Toronto Fringe?
Alessandra Belloni And I Giullari Di Piazza Return To Cathedral Of St. John The Divine In May
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 15, 2025
I Giullari di Piazza performance troupe, led by Alessandra Belloni (Founder) and John T. La Barbera (Musical Director/Co-Founder), will return to Cathedral of St. John the Divine, 1047 Amsterdam Avenue (at 112th Street), May 16 with 'Mystic Rhythms & Sacred Chants for Seven Black Madonnas from Italy to Spain.'
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 15, 2025
I Giullari di Piazza performance troupe, led by Alessandra Belloni (Founder) and John T. La Barbera (Musical Director/Co-Founder), will return to Cathedral of St. John the Divine, 1047 Amsterdam Avenue (at 112th Street), May 16 with 'Mystic Rhythms & Sacred Chants for Seven Black Madonnas from Italy to Spain.'
I Giullari di Piazza to Return to Cathedral of St. John the Divine in May
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 14, 2025
The I Giullari di Piazza performance troupe, led by Alessandra Belloni and John T. La Barbera, will return to the Cathedral of St. John the Divine on May 16 with 'Mystic Rhythms & Sacred Chants for Seven Black Madonnas from Italy to Spain.'
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 14, 2025
The I Giullari di Piazza performance troupe, led by Alessandra Belloni and John T. La Barbera, will return to the Cathedral of St. John the Divine on May 16 with 'Mystic Rhythms & Sacred Chants for Seven Black Madonnas from Italy to Spain.'
RICHARD II and More Set for Shakespeare In The Woods 2025 Summer Anniversary Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 14, 2025
Shakespeare in the Woods will celebrate its fifth anniversary season of experimental classical theatre in Southern Vermont, with Richard II and more. See the full lineup and learn more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 14, 2025
Shakespeare in the Woods will celebrate its fifth anniversary season of experimental classical theatre in Southern Vermont, with Richard II and more. See the full lineup and learn more.
CL"TURE DE L’AMOUR (LOVE’S END) West Coast Premiere Comes to Odyssey Theatre Next Month
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 4, 2025
French director Maurice Attias, in residence at the Odyssey Theatre, brings a slice of French culture to L.A. with the West Coast premiere of Clôture de l’amour (Love’s End) by celebrated French playwright Pascal Rambert.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 4, 2025
French director Maurice Attias, in residence at the Odyssey Theatre, brings a slice of French culture to L.A. with the West Coast premiere of Clôture de l’amour (Love’s End) by celebrated French playwright Pascal Rambert.
In Scena! Italian Theater Festival NY Reveals Venues And Performance Schedule
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 31, 2025
The New York City-based Kairos Italy Theater along with the Italy-based KIT Italia and Casa Italiana Zerilli-Marimò at NYU will present the 12th season of the In Scena! Italian Theater Festival NY. Learn more and see how to attend.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 31, 2025
The New York City-based Kairos Italy Theater along with the Italy-based KIT Italia and Casa Italiana Zerilli-Marimò at NYU will present the 12th season of the In Scena! Italian Theater Festival NY. Learn more and see how to attend.
IL VIAGGIO Comes to Landestheater Linz
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2025
Der deutsche Komponist Alois Bröder, dem Linzer Publikum bereits bekannt durch seine Oper Unverhofftes Wiedersehen, widmet sich in seinem neuen Werk Novellen des italienischen Literaturnobelpreisträgers Luigi Pirandello und formt dabei zwei Operneinakter zu Spiegelbildern der Leidenschaft in all ihren Schattierungen.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2025
Der deutsche Komponist Alois Bröder, dem Linzer Publikum bereits bekannt durch seine Oper Unverhofftes Wiedersehen, widmet sich in seinem neuen Werk Novellen des italienischen Literaturnobelpreisträgers Luigi Pirandello und formt dabei zwei Operneinakter zu Spiegelbildern der Leidenschaft in all ihren Schattierungen.
BLACKBIRD to be Presented at Dirt Dogs Theatre in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2025
Kicking off 2025, Dirt Dogs Theatre Co. will present Blackbird, a gripping drama about the complexities of human connection, guilt, and redemption. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 28, 2025
Kicking off 2025, Dirt Dogs Theatre Co. will present Blackbird, a gripping drama about the complexities of human connection, guilt, and redemption. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Ivo Müller's RILKE, ONE MILLION WORDS Extends at Torn Page
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 24, 2025
Internationally acclaimed Brazilian actor Ivo Müller will extend the US Premiere of his hit solo show RILKE, ONE MILLION WORDS. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 24, 2025
Internationally acclaimed Brazilian actor Ivo Müller will extend the US Premiere of his hit solo show RILKE, ONE MILLION WORDS. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
COSÍ È (SE VI PARE) In Scena Al Teatro Degli Eroi-Roma
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 28, 2024
Va in scena al Teatro degli Eroi di Roma, dal 7 all' 11 gennaio, COSI' E' (SE VI PARE) di Luigi Pirandello con la regia di Marcello Amici e la sua compagnia “La Bottega delle Maschere”.
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 28, 2024
Va in scena al Teatro degli Eroi di Roma, dal 7 all' 11 gennaio, COSI' E' (SE VI PARE) di Luigi Pirandello con la regia di Marcello Amici e la sua compagnia “La Bottega delle Maschere”.
Theatre Passe Muraille Unveils Winter/Spring 2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 18, 2024
Theatre Passe Muraille has unveiled its Winter/Spring 2025 season, a lineup of boundary-pushing productions that celebrate diversity, challenge societal norms, and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 18, 2024
Theatre Passe Muraille has unveiled its Winter/Spring 2025 season, a lineup of boundary-pushing productions that celebrate diversity, challenge societal norms, and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Con Una DIvertida Oferta Teatral Concluye La Actividad Este Fin De Semana En El Centro Cultural Del Bosque
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 11, 2024
Este fin de semana (15 de diciembre) concluye la actividad en los recintos del Centro Cultural del Bosque, con propuestas escénicas que abarcan distintas temáticas y géneros teatrales.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 11, 2024
Este fin de semana (15 de diciembre) concluye la actividad en los recintos del Centro Cultural del Bosque, con propuestas escénicas que abarcan distintas temáticas y géneros teatrales.
RILKE, ONE MILLION WORDS to Make US Premiere at Torn Page
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 21, 2024
Brazilian actor Ivo Müller will present the US Premiere of his hit solo show RILKE, ONE MILLION WORDS at Torn Page.. RILKE, ONE MILLION WORDS connects an actor in the present with a poet from the past. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 21, 2024
Brazilian actor Ivo Müller will present the US Premiere of his hit solo show RILKE, ONE MILLION WORDS at Torn Page.. RILKE, ONE MILLION WORDS connects an actor in the present with a poet from the past. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
La Compañía Nacional De Teatro Presenta Una Temporada De Intriga, Misterio Y Reflexión En El Teatro Del Bosque Julio Castillo
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 12, 2024
La Compañía Nacional de Teatro (CNT) del Instituto Nacional de Bellas Artes y Literatura (Inbal) anuncia su próxima Residencia de otoño-invierno en el Teatro del Bosque Julio Castillo del Centro Cultural del Bosque (CCB). Esta temporada, que se extenderá del 17 de octubre al 15 de diciembre, contará con dos estrenos y con el regreso a escena de una de sus producciones, explorando temas como el amor, la traición, la lucha de clases y el poder.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 12, 2024
La Compañía Nacional de Teatro (CNT) del Instituto Nacional de Bellas Artes y Literatura (Inbal) anuncia su próxima Residencia de otoño-invierno en el Teatro del Bosque Julio Castillo del Centro Cultural del Bosque (CCB). Esta temporada, que se extenderá del 17 de octubre al 15 de diciembre, contará con dos estrenos y con el regreso a escena de una de sus producciones, explorando temas como el amor, la traición, la lucha de clases y el poder.
MACBETH & TWELFTH NIGHT To Be Presented In Shakespeare In The Woods' 4th Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 18, 2024
Shakespeare in the Woods has revealed its 4th season featuring modern productions of MACBETH and TWELFTH NIGHT in Southern Vermont. Learn more about the season!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 18, 2024
Shakespeare in the Woods has revealed its 4th season featuring modern productions of MACBETH and TWELFTH NIGHT in Southern Vermont. Learn more about the season!
Cast and Crew Set For Edge Of The Wood's IT IS SO (IF YOU THINK SO!)
by Stephi Wild - Feb 16, 2024
The Resident Theatre at Edge of the Wood has announced the full cast and crew of Luigi Pirandello's It Is So (If You Think So!), adapted and directed by Sean Hargadon.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 16, 2024
The Resident Theatre at Edge of the Wood has announced the full cast and crew of Luigi Pirandello's It Is So (If You Think So!), adapted and directed by Sean Hargadon.
Review: A MIRROR, Trafalgar Theatre
by Abbie Grundy - Feb 2, 2024
Jonny Lee Miller and Tanya Reynolds shine in this debate between art and artifice.
by Abbie Grundy - Feb 2, 2024
Jonny Lee Miller and Tanya Reynolds shine in this debate between art and artifice.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has Luigi Pirandello written?
Luigi Pirandello has written 9 shows including Floriani's Wife (Playwright), The Living Mask (Playwright), Naked (Playwright), Say It With Flowers (Playwright), As You Desire Me (Playwright), Six Characters in Search of an Author (Playwright), Right You Are If You Think You Are (Playwright), The Rules of the Game (Playwright), Il Berretto a Songali (Playwright).
What awards has Luigi Pirandello been nominated for?
Luigi Pirandello has been nominated for the Best Production (Play) award at the Obie Awards for his work on "Six Characters In Search Of An Author".
What awards has Luigi Pirandello won?
Luigi Pirandello has won the Best Production (Play) award at the Obie Awards for "Six Characters In Search Of An Author."
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