Ignasi Iglesias

Born in Sant Andreu de Palomar, now part of Barcelona, on August 19, 1871, Ignasi Iglésias i Pujadas became one of the key figures in Catalan theatre at the turn of the 20th century. He was closely linked to the Modernist movement and wrote both drama and poetry in Catalan.

From a young age he was drawn to the stage, and over time he became known for plays that brought social concerns and ordinary people to the center of the story. His work found a wide public, and his success made him an important reference point in the development of modern Catalan drama.

Iglésias died in Barcelona on October 9, 1928. He is still remembered as an essential literary figure from Sant Andreu and as a writer whose theatre joined popular appeal with cultural ambition.