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Alfred Dorfer

b. 1961

Austrian cabaret artist and actor

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About Alfred Dorfer

Born 1961. Alfred Dorfer is an Austrian actor, screenwriter, comedian, television producer, cabaret performer and writer.

Alfred Dorfer (; 11 October 1961) is an Austrian comedian, writer, and actor. He is one of the most well-known cabaret artists and comedians in Austria, not least due to his commitment to numerous Austrian film productions. After initial success with the group Schlabarett he attained more widespread recognition as the writer and star (alongside Josef Hader) of the film Indien. Today, Dorfer is among "the most important satirists and authors in the German-speaking world."

Film In 1993 Dorfer appeared alongside Josef Hader in the film Indien under the direction of Paul Harather. A year later came the film Muttertag (Mother's Day), in which he appeared alongside such other prominent Austrian actors and comedians as Roland Düringer, Andrea Händler and Reinhard Nowak. In 1995 he appeared in Freispiel ("Freegame") under the direction of Harald Sicheritz, once more appearing alongside Roland Düringer.

Television From 2004 to 2010 he presented a show on the Austrian channel ORF called Dorfers Donnerstalk on Thursday nights, which was a mix of stand-up comedy, sketches and social commentary.

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Important facts

Birth century
Nationality
Education
University of Vienna
Awards
Romy; Bavarian Stand-up Comedian Award; German cabaret prize

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Alfred Dorfer?

Austrian cabaret artist and actor

When was Alfred Dorfer born?

Alfred Dorfer was born on 11 October 1961 in Vienna.

What is Alfred Dorfer's occupation?

Alfred Dorfer is an actor, screenwriter, comedian, television producer, cabaret performer and writer.

What nationality is Alfred Dorfer?

Alfred Dorfer is Austrian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Alfred Dorfer

· Wikidata: Q1771122

· DBpedia: Alfred Dorfer

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