Isabella Andreini

Italian actress and writer (1562–1604)

Isabella Andreini (born Isabella Canali; 1562 – 10 June 1604), also known as Isabella Da Padova, was an Italian actress and writer. Andreini was a member of the Compagnia dei Comici Gelosi, a touring theatre company that performed in Italy and France. The role of Isabella of the commedia dell'arte was named after her.

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