Why is Molière controversial?

Copies of Molèire’s 1664 script were banned, burned, and lost to history after leaders of the Catholic church condemned the comedy as an attack on religion. In Europe, there had always been a tempestuous relationship between the church and the stage, but Tartuffe arguably set a new precedent.

What was Molière best known for?

Molière, original name Jean-Baptiste Poquelin, (baptized January 15, 1622, Paris, France—died February 17, 1673, Paris), French actor and playwright, the greatest of all writers of French comedy.

Who was Molière influenced by?

Jean Racine
Pierre CorneillePlautusGiordano Bruno
Molière/Influenced by

What languages did Molière speak?

French
Molière/Languages

What was Molière’s last play?

The Imaginary Invalid
Le Malade imaginaire (The Imaginary Invalid), about a hypochondriac who fears death and doctors, was performed in 1673 and was Molière’s last work.

Why did the Catholic Church ban Tartuffe?

The play had rather been banned from being performed publicly because, according to authoritative and influential church leaders, the play was an attack on the aspects of religion. The play, Tartuffe, exploited religious hypocrisy, and the church believed this would turn people away from following Roman Catholicism.

Where was Molière buried?

1817
Molière/Date of burial
RM FB485C–The tomb of Jean-Baptiste Poquelin, known by his stage name Molière in the Père Lachaise Cemetery, Paris, France.

Who wrote the misanthrope?

Molière
The Misanthrope/Playwrights
Le Misanthrope, satiric comedy in five acts by Molière, performed in 1666 and published the following year.

Where did Molière perform?

Molière often played major roles in his own plays. Molière’s company performing at Louis XIV’s palace at Versailles. Molière began his career in the theatre as an actor but found French tragedy too difficult.

Where did Molière go to school?

University of Orléans
Lycée Louis-le-Grand
Molière/Education