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Constant Coquelin as Cyrano

When
28 December 1897
Where
Théâtre de la Porte Saint-Martin
Part of
Cyrano de Bergerac premieres in Paris

Constant Coquelin originated the role of Cyrano, performing it over 410 times at the theatre.

The original Cyrano was Constant Coquelin, who played the role over 410 times at the Théâtre de la Porte Saint-Martin. He later toured North America in the role.

Sources

  1. Cyrano de Bergerac (play) Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-01
  2. Edmond Rostand Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-29

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