Fo
1926 - 2016
5
Quotes
Biography
Fo was an Italian playwright, director, and actor, best known for his revolutionary works in the world of theatre. Born in 1926, Fo's career spanned over six decades, during which he explored social and political themes through his satirical and provocative plays. His unique style of blending humor with sharp commentary on contemporary issues earned him international acclaim and the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1997. Fo's legacy as a fearless artist who challenged societal norms and institutions continues to inspire playwrights and performers worldwide.
Famous Quotes (5)
1
A theatre, a literature, an artistic expression that does not speak for its own time has no relevance.
2
Doing is a quantum leap from imagining.
3
The function of art is to do more than tell it like it is—it's to imagine what is possible.
4
We can talk about the art of love, but if we are not able to love, the art is in doing but not in understanding.
5
People in power have to be careful about what comes out of their mouth. They have to image the hell they create.