About Alfredo Testoni
Lived 1856 – 1931 (aged 75). Alfredo Testoni was an Italian poet, writer, journalist and playwright.
Alfredo Testoni (1856–1931) was an Italian playwright and poet known for his work in the Bolognese dialect. In 1888 he established his own company at the Teatro Contavalli in Bologna. Among his best known plays is Cardinal Lambertini, a 1905 work set in eighteenth century Bologna. A number of his works have been adapted for film and television.
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Who was Alfredo Testoni?
Italian poet and writer (1856-1931)
When was Alfredo Testoni born?
Alfredo Testoni was born on 11 October 1856 in Bologna.
When did Alfredo Testoni die?
Alfredo Testoni died on 17 December 1931 in Bologna.
What was Alfredo Testoni's occupation?
Alfredo Testoni was a poet, writer, journalist and playwright.
What nationality was Alfredo Testoni?
Alfredo Testoni was Italian.
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