Eugène Ionesco: Quick Facts

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Also Known As	Eugen Ionescu
Born	November 26, 1909 • Slatina • Romania
Died	March 28, 1994 (aged 84) • Paris • France
Notable Works	“Amédée” • “Rhinoceros” • “The Bald Soprano” • “The Chairs” • “The Lesson”
Movement / Style	Theatre of the Absurd

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