Frank Wedekind
German writer
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About Frank Wedekind
The German playwright was recognized for his two-play series “Erdgeist” (“Earth Spirit”) in 1895 and “Die Büchse der Pandora” (“Pandora's Box") in 1904.
Family
He got married to Austrian actress Tilly Newes in 1906 and they gave birth to two children Pamela and Kadidja. He had a child from his previous relationship with Austrian writer Frida Uhl.
Career
He had earlier written his first play “Frühlings Erwachen” (Spring Awakening) published in 1891. The play received widespread attention after Broadway adapted it into a musical.
Wedekind worked for a short while as an advertiser for the food seasoning brand Maggi in Switzerland in 1886. He later took up an acting and singing career and performed in the satirical show “Die elf Scharfrichter” (The Eleven Executioners) released in 1901. He also appeared in films such as “Travelling People”.
His other famous works include: “Der Kammersänger” ("The Court-Singer") in 1899; “Franziska" in 1910; and “Die Büchse der Pandora" ("Pandora's Box") in 1904.
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F.A.Q. about Frank Wedekind
When is his birthday?
Frank Wedekind's birthday is on July 24, 1864.
In how many days is his birthday?
Frank's birthday is in 167 days
How old was Frank when he died?
He was 53 years old.
When did he die?
He died in March 9, 1918.
How old would he be today?
Frank Wedekind would be 160 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Frank from?
He was born in Hanover, Lower Saxony, Germany.