Claus Peymann

Claus Peymann

artist Germany

Claus Peymann, born on June 7, 1937, in Bremen, was a renowned German theater director and general manager, celebrated for his provocative style and significant contributions to the German-speaking theater scene. He began his career in the politically charged atmosphere of the 1970s student theater, gaining prominence with the premiere of Peter Handke's 'Publikumsbeschimpfung' in 1966. Peymann gained notoriety during the Stammheim trial as the artistic director in Stuttgart, and his tenure at the Vienna Burgtheater solidified his legacy as a theatrical titan, characterized by collaborations with luminaries like Thomas Bernhard and Peter Handke. His bold productions often sparked controversy, including the uproar caused by the premiere of Bernhard's 'Heldenplatz' in 1988. After leading the Berliner Ensemble from 1999 to 2017, Peymann continued to direct until his health declined. He passed away on Wednesday at his home in Berlin-Köpenick after a prolonged illness, marking the end of an era in theater.

Born on Jun 07, 1937 (88 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.01%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
119,971
Power
5,984$
Sentiment
8.96
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Germany 2 9.00 0.12% +0% 83,783,942 102,238 $3,845,000 4,692$
Switzerland 2 8.50 0.14% +0% 8,654,622 12,121 $700,000 980$
Austria 1 9.00 0.06% +0% 9,006,398 5,147 $450,000 257$
Luxembourg 1 9.00 0.07% +0% 625,978 465 $73,000 54$
Totals 6 102,070,940 119,971 $5,068,000 5,983$
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Recent Mentions

Germany Germany: Claus Peymann was a powerful ruler over the theater and stages, dedicating everything in his life to art. 9

Süddeutsche Zeitung: Claus Peymann, der letzte König des Theaters: ein Nachruf - Kultur

Austria Austria: Claus Peymann was a legendary figure in theater. 9

Der Standard: Theaterlegende Claus Peymann gestorben - Nachrufe

Germany Germany: Claus Peymann was a legendary theater director and manager known for his provocative style and significant contributions to German-speaking theater. 9

Süddeutsche Zeitung: Claus Peymann ist tot: Trauer um den frühreren Intendanten des Wiener Burgtheaters und Berliner Ensembles - Kultur