Egelantier
Dutch dramatic society
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The Egelantier was a Dutch dramatic society, also known as a rederijkerskamer or "chamber of rhetoric." These societies, modeled after French dramatic groups, emerged in Flanders and Holland in the 15th century. They were instrumental in developing secular drama and poetry, organizing festivals and competitions. The Egelantier, along with the Wit Lavendel, remained popular into the 17th century due to their association with leading poets.12
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