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Submission declined on 18 August 2024 by Drmies (talk). This submission's references do not show that the subject qualifies for a Wikipedia article—that is, they do not show significant coverage (not just passing mentions) about the subject in published, reliable, secondary sources that are independent of the subject (see the guidelines on the notability of people). Before any resubmission, additional references meeting these criteria should be added (see technical help and learn about mistakes to avoid when addressing this issue). If no additional references exist, the subject is not suitable for Wikipedia. Declined by Drmies 10 minutes ago. | ![]() |
Comment: Those Theater Bremen 'citations' just point to the website home page. You need to point to specific URL which contains information that actually verifies something in this draft. DoubleGrazing (talk) 16:22, 18 August 2024 (UTC)
Comment: The sourcing is just extraordinarily thin; it needs less regional and more independent secondary sourcing. The writing shows unfamiliarity with how Wikipedia works: I encourage the editor to actually LOOK at a Wikipedia article on an actor to see what articles look like. And then there's the issue of neutrality, of course. Drmies (talk) 16:12, 18 August 2024 (UTC)
Simon Zigah
[edit]Born: 1983, Hamburg, Germany
Nationality: German
Occupation: Actor
Years Active: 2003–present
Awards: Hersfeld-Preis (2009), Kurt-Hübner-Preis (2019)
Early Life and Education
[edit]Simon Zigah was born in 1983 in Hamburg, Germany. His passion for acting began at a young age, leading him to pursue formal education at the Bühnenstudio der Darstellenden Künste in Hamburg at the age of 16, laying the foundation for his versatile acting career and enabling him to perform across various genres and styles in German theater...[1].
Career
[edit]Early Career
[edit]Zigah's professional acting career commenced in 2003, soon after completing his studies. He rapidly made a name for himself in the German theater scene, performing at esteemed venues such as Kampnagel, Thalia Theater, and St. Pauli Theater in Hamburg, as well as Schauspiel Frankfurt and Berliner Renaissance Theater. These early performances showcased his adaptability and deep commitment to his craft[2].
Bad Hersfelder Festspiele
[edit]Between 2006 and 2009, Simon Zigah was a prominent member of the ensemble at the Bad Hersfelder Festspiele; his portrayal of Polyphemus in the 2009 production of Odyssee, directed by Torsten Fischer, earned him the Hersfeld-Preis.[3]
In a series of interviews, Zigah reflected on his experience at the Festspiele, particularly his role as Mackie Messer in Die Dreigroschenoper during the 2024 season. Zigah emphasized the challenges of bringing such a multifaceted character to life, noting the delicate balance between Mackie's charm and his darker, more manipulative nature. He spoke passionately about the social relevance of Die Dreigroschenoper, particularly in today's climate, where themes of power, corruption, and morality resonate strongly with contemporary audiences. His performance was part of the opening of the 2024 Festspiele, a significant cultural event that drew widespread attention and acclaim[4][5].
Theater Bremen
[edit]In 2010, Zigah joined Theater Bremen, where his reputation as a versatile actor continued to grow. He took on leading roles in several major productions, including Der gute Mensch von Sezuan, Die Ratten, Lulu – Ein Rock-Vaudeville, and Die Dreigroschenoper. His portrayal of complex characters in these productions was widely praised, solidifying his status as one of the leading figures in contemporary German theater[6].
His work at Theater Bremen also earned him the Kurt-Hübner-Preis in 2019, awarded by the Bremer Theaterfreunde. In an interview following this award, Zigah discussed the importance of this recognition, reflecting on his journey and the impact that theater has had on his life and career[7]
Guest Appearances and Other Work
[edit]From 2016 to 2019, Zigah expanded his reach by making guest appearances at the Staatstheater am Gärtnerplatz in Munich, where he played the role of King Arthur in Henry Purcell's semi-opera. He also took part in Kosa la Vita – Kriegsverbrechen, a documentary music theater piece that addressed the harrowing topic of war crimes. This project, a collaboration between Flinn Works, Sophiensaele Berlin, and Theater Bremen, highlighted Zigah's commitment to socially relevant theater[8]
In interviews, Zigah often speaks about the challenges and rewards of engaging with such intense material. He believes that theater has a unique power to provoke thought and encourage social change, a philosophy that has guided much of his work[9][10]
Personal Life
[edit]Simon Zigah lives in Germany.[11]
References
[edit]- ^ "Theater Bremen". Theater Bremen. Retrieved 2024-08-18.
- ^ "Theater Bremen". Theater Bremen. Retrieved 2024-08-18.
- ^ "Mackie Messer auf der Festspielbühne". Osthessen-News. Retrieved 2024-08-18.
- ^ "Bad Hersfelder Festspiele mit Dreigroschenoper eröffnet". FAZ. Retrieved 2024-08-18.
- ^ "Ein Manipulator mit viel Charme". HNA. Retrieved 2024-08-18.
- ^ "Theater Bremen". Theater Bremen. Retrieved 2024-08-18.
- ^ "Hübner-Preis an Simon Zigah". Weser-Kurier. Retrieved 2024-08-18.
- ^ "Theater Bremen". Theater Bremen. Retrieved 2024-08-18.
- ^ "Wir hätten nicht spielen sollen". Kreiszeitung. Retrieved 2024-08-18.
- ^ "Rampensau aus Leidenschaft". Weser-Kurier. Retrieved 2024-08-18.
- ^ "Theater Bremen". Theater Bremen. Retrieved 2024-08-18.