Fiamme nere
Artefact Type:
theatrical piece
Description:
This 1934 drama is a significant example of propaganda theatre. The main theme is the 'redemption' of the protagonist intended as a dramatic conversion, occurred through the sacrifice of a beloved one, from socialism to fascism, that is, from perdition to salvation. This theme is addressed by telling the story of three brothers with opposed political views, managing a power plant in the years after WW1 (the first two acts take place during the 'biennio rosso').
Genre(s):
Drama
First Performance Theatre:
Teatro La Pergola
Theatre Location:
Firenze
Author(s):
Giulio Bucciolini
Mario Foresi
Director(s):
Luigi Carini
Actor(s):
Maria Melato
Compagnia d'Arte Scenica Melato-Carini-Mari
Febo Mari
Renato Fustagni
Giulio Oppi
Pina Torniai
First Performance Date :
28 Jan, 1935
