Victor Jara
Chilean teacher, theatre director, poet, singer-songwriter, and political activist (1932-1973)
1932 — 1973
Quick Facts
Profession
Chilean teacher, theatre director, poet, singer-songwriter, and political activist (1932-1973)
Born
September 28, 1932
Died
1973 (age ~41)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
actor, writer, teacher
ChileBorn in LonquénDied in Santiago
1932
Born in Lonquén (1932-09-28)
1959
EducationStudied at University of Chile (1959–1961)
1973
Died in Santiago
About
Víctor Lidio Jara Martínez was a Chilean teacher, theater director, poet, singer-songwriter and Communist political activist. He developed Chilean theater by directing a broad array of works, ranging from locally produced plays to world classics, as well as the experimental work of playwrights such as Ann Jellicoe. He also played a pivotal role among neo-folkloric musicians who established the Nueva canción chilena movement. This led to an uprising of new sounds in popular music during the administration of President Salvador Allende.
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Who is Victor Jara?+
Víctor Lidio Jara Martínez was a Chilean teacher, theater director, poet, singer-songwriter and Communist political activist. He developed Chilean theater by directing a broad array of works, ranging from locally produced plays to world classics, as well as the experimental work of playwrights such
What does the name Victor mean?+
The name Victor means "A male given name from Latin.". It is of English origin.
When was Victor Jara born?+
Victor Jara was born on September 28, 1932.
When did Victor Jara die?+
Victor Jara died in 1973, at approximately 41 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from Latin.
The name Victor is of English origin, meaning "A male given name from Latin.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Victor — September 28, 1932
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Libra
Diplomatic, gracious, fair-minded
Air · Venus · Sep 23 – Oct 22
Chinese Zodiac
Monkey
Sharp, smart, curious
Water · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
2 Cib
Owl — wisdom, ancestors, forgiveness
Celtic Tree
Vine
Empathetic, refined, romantic
Ogham: Muin · Sep 2 – Sep 29
Birthstone: Sapphire — Truth, loyalty
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Guestbook
You changed the map. Literally.
— a voter
The decisions behind closed doors... the world only saw half of it.
— a former aide
History will judge, but I won't forget.
— a citizen
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