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French Renaissance Dates 17th Century (1600-1700) Playwrights A. Pierre Corneille-moralistic, eloquent LeCid B. Jean Racine-classic rules polite tragedy ?C. Moliere Moliere 1. high point satire ?2. choose another name so as not to disgrace his family ?3. acted on the road for 12 years in Commedia dell Arte ? continued 4. acted throughout his life 5. died after performing The Imaginary Invalid. 6. helped to create Comedie Fancaise which became a state supported theatre Theatre Architecture A. playhouses were ornate, following the Italian plan B. interiors contained gilde