Today we commemorate the 104th anniversary of the birth of People’s Artist Marie Logoreci! Tribute and respect for her figure!
Marie Logoreci (1920-1988) was a prominent theater actress born in Shkodër on September 23. She began her artistic career in 1940 as a singer and later joined amateur theater groups. In 1947, she became a professional actress at the People’s Theater, being among the first professional Albanian artists. She played the role of Elmira in Molière’s comedy “Tartuffe,” showcasing her dramatic talent.
In 1949, she portrayed Alice in the drama “Deep Roots,” and in 1950, she played Fatime in “Halili and Hajria” by Kolë Jakova. She gained recognition for her role as Loka in “Our Land” (1954) by K. Jakova, directed by Pandi Stillu, which she later reprised in the film adaptation in 1964.
Her portrayal of a mother suffering from past injustices captured the audience, presenting a proud and resilient woman fighting to restore her dignity. In the first Albanian short film, “Her Children” (1957), she played Fatime and delivered a memorable performance as Ledi Milford in Schiller’s “Intrigue and Love,” directed by Mihal Luarasi.
In 1961, Logoreci shone in the role of Bernarda Alba in “The House of Bernarda Alba” by F. G. Lorca, depicting the stern Spanish woman grappling with societal prejudices and patriarchal tyranny. In Shakespeare’s “Hamlet” (1960), she interpreted Gertrude, reflecting on moral decay and regret.
In “Përkoligjinajt” (1967) by K. Jakova, she portrayed Mara, embodying the struggles of the patriarchal family, and in “Cuca e Maleve” (1967) by Loni Papa, she created another poignant maternal figure, Prenda.
Her notable performance as Gjela in “The Great Flood” (1976) further demonstrated her ability to convey the emotional weight of her characters. Logoreci’s acting was characterized by authenticity, depth, and a warm emotional resonance with the audience. She excelled in portraying complex, resilient female characters, earning her the title “People’s Artist.”
Marie Logoreci passed away on June 19, 1988, in Tirana.
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“KORÇA BOOM”
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