Hubert Gignoux, a French theatre director and actor, was born on February 13th, 1915, in Lyon, France, and passed away on February 26th, 2008, in Paris, France.
He is considered one of the pioneers of theatrical decentralization, a movement that aimed to bring theatre to the people by taking productions out of the traditional city centers and into smaller towns and rural areas.
Gignoux's work as a director and actor was deeply rooted in his commitment to this cause, and he spent much of his career touring the French countryside, bringing productions to underserved communities and fostering a sense of cultural connection and understanding.
Throughout his long and distinguished career, Gignoux worked with numerous prominent theatre companies and collaborated with many notable actors, writers, and directors, earning him a reputation as a master of his craft and a champion of the decentralization movement.
His legacy continues to be celebrated and honored to this day, and his contributions to the world of French theatre are still widely recognized and revered.
