Origins & Early Life

Renato Simoni (Verona, 5 September 1875 – Milan, 5 July 1952) was an Italian journalist, playwright, writer and theatrical critic noted for his collaboration work with Giuseppe Adami for Giacomo Puccini's Turandot. Renato Simoni was born in Verona. In 1879 he lost his father and became the sole provider for his family, taking care of his mother and sister. For several years he worked as a private teacher giving Latin lessons, but often the family had to go to the monastery kitchen where monks gave some food to they poor.

Pivotal Works & Achievements

At the age of 19, he made his first steps as a journalist. Simoni's career was entirely devoted to theater. His first job was as an editor and a critic at Veronese newspaper L'Adige, then also at L'Arena. In 1899, he moved to Milan. In 1902, he wrote one of his best comedies, La Vedova, followed by Carlo Gozzi (1903), Tramondo (1906), Congedo (1910) and Il matrimonio di Casanova.

Enduring Legacy & Impact

In 1914, he succeeded John Pozza as an author and critic at Corriere della Sera newspaper. He worked for the company until the end of his life. He also held a position as a director for a weekly magazine, La Tradotta. All his writings and critics were collected in volumes by...

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