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“La satira è l’arma più efficace contro il potere: il potere non sopporta l’umore, nemmeno i governanti cosiddetti democratici, perché ridere libera l’uomo dalle sue paure.”

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Dario Fo
Dario Fo

Dario Fo was an Italian actor, playwright, and director, known for his satirical and political theatre. Born on March 24, 1926, in Milan, Italy, Fo's career spanned over six decades. His plays often criticized social and political issues, earning him numerous awards, including the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1997. more

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