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Emmy Hennings: Biography, Facts and Career

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Emmy Hennings (born Emma Maria Cordsen, 17 January 1885 – 10 August 1948) was a German poet and performing artist, and co-founder of the Dadaist Cabaret Voltaire with her second husband Hugo Ball. Known as the "star of the show," Hennings has been the subject of numerous creative works, including a best-selling novel, a graphic novel, short films and various works of visual art. Family member Julian Schütt has commented on her eclipse and re-emergence as a central artistic figure of the early twentieth century: "Suddenly my great-grandmother is on YouTube – although for a long time she was only considered an ecstatic groupie"

Quick facts about Emmy Hennings

  • Full name: Emmy Hennings
  • Born: 1885-01-17
  • Nationality: Germany
  • Known as: Musician
  • Wikidata ID: Q76815

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Who is Emmy Hennings?

Emmy Hennings (born Emma Maria Cordsen, 17 January 1885 – 10 August 1948) was a German poet and performing artist, and co-founder of the Dadaist Cabaret Voltaire with her second husband Hugo Ball. Known as the "star of the show," Hennings has been the subject of numerous creative works, including a best-selling novel, a graphic novel, short films and various works of visual art.

What nationality is Emmy Hennings?

Emmy Hennings is Germany.

When was Emmy Hennings born?

Emmy Hennings was born on 1885-01-17.

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