Konrad Ekhof

Konrad Ekhof (born Aug. 12, 1720, Hamburg, Den. [now in Germany]—died June 16, 1778, Gotha, Saxe-Gotha [Germany]) was an actor and director who, with Caroline Neuber and Friedrich Schröder, was a major influence in the development of a German theatrical tradition. In 1739 Ekhof became a member of the company managed by Johann Friedrich Schönemann, an association that extended over 17 years. Ekhof played leading roles in German translations of French plays. During the company’s...