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Maximilian Steiner (27 August 1830 – 29 May 1880) was an Austrian actor and theater director and manager. He is known particularly for his leadership of Vienna's Theater an der Wien from 1869 to 1880, a period during which the theater reduced the importance of folk plays (dialect drama) and was prominent in developing and promoting the fashion of a Viennese style of operetta. He was the grandfather of Max Steiner.

Quick facts about Maximilian Steiner

  • Full name: Maximilian Steiner
  • Born: 1830-08-27
  • Nationality: Austria–Hungary
  • Known as: Actor
  • Wikidata ID: Q89285

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Who is Maximilian Steiner?

Maximilian Steiner (27 August 1830 – 29 May 1880) was an Austrian actor and theater director and manager.

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Maximilian Steiner is Austria–Hungary.

When was Maximilian Steiner born?

Maximilian Steiner was born on 1830-08-27.

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