26 June 2024 – Pleased to announce the release of the collective volume “Eleonora Duse. Like the wave on the dune, the Divine that became fire”, edited by Franca De Santis and scientifically coordinated by Pierfranco Bruni, for Marco Solfanelli Editore. This extraordinary work celebrates the centenary of the death of Eleonora Duse (21 April 1924) and offers new reflections on the life and legacy of this iconic actress. Afterword to the volume by Emanuele Merlino, head of the technical secretariat of the Minister of Culture. With contributions, in alphabetical order, by Maria Teresa Alfonso, Arianna Angeli, Admira Brahja, Micol Bruni, Marilena Cavallo, Antonella Colonna Vilasi, Lucia Cucciarelli, Neria De Giovanni, Franca De Santis, Carmen De Stasio, Tonino Filomena, Rita Fiordalisi, Alberico Guarnieri, Maria Iannotti, Maristella Massari, Roberta Mazzoni, Antonietta Micali, Annarita Miglietta, Anna Montella, Maria Pia Pagani, Ippolita Caterina Patera, Giovanna Pezzillo, Tommaso Romano, Rosaria Scialpi, Gioia Senesi, Patricia Tocci, Matilde Tortora, Katia Trifirò.
Contents of the volume:
• Melancholy and Beauty: In the theater and in the life of Eleonora Duse, melancholy and beauty come together in an indissoluble union. Her expressiveness shocked spectators, even abroad, and her bond with Gabriele d’Annunzio, both cultural and sentimental, was central to her career.
• Theatrical innovation: La Duse revolutionized the theatre, redefining the language and representation of characters. From melodrama to Greek tragedy, from Latin comedy to irony, his influence is indelible.
• The Divine who became fire: Eleonora Duse never left the stage of history. Her artistic and cultural impact continues to resonate, and this volume is proof of that.
“Eleonora Duse. Like the wave on the dune, the Divine that became fire” is available at major bookstores and online. www.edizionisolfanelli.it
Press contacts:
• Pierfranco Bruni, Scientific Coordinator: [email protected]
• Franca De Santis, Curator: [email protected]
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Photocover: Franca De Santis – Pierfranco Bruni – Marco Solfanelli
