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George II, Duke of Saxe-Meiningen

1826–1914 · 19th century · Also known as Theatre Duke

George II, Duke of Saxe-Meiningen, came to power in 1866 when Prussia deposed his father for siding with Austria. Known as the 'theatre duke', he directed his court company himself, and the Meiningen troupe's historically accurate staging and ensemble acting influenced theatre across Europe. He also supported the court orchestra under Hans von Bülow.

George II, Duke of Saxe-Meiningen
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Duchy of Saxe-Meiningen

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