Six Characters in Search of an Author

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Set against the backdrop of a rehearsal, six characters disrupt an acting company, seeking to bring their life story to the stage. This play, first performed in 1921, is a landmark of anti-illusionism, blending reality and illusion in a unique, dreamlike narrative. Its satirical tragicomedy explores the complexities of human personality and has significantly influenced modern theatre, impacting playwrights like Beckett and Sartre. Pirandello's innovative approach earned him the Nobel Prize in 1934, solidifying his legacy in dramatic literature.