Pieter De Buysser

Writer and Playwright

Belgium

Currently working on a play inspired by the persona of Václav Havel, Mr. De Buysser´s previous work has received critical acclaim in several European countries. Besides writing for performance, theatre and film, he directs internationally acclaimed theatre productions. He studied philosophy at the universities of Antwerp and Paris-Vincennes Saint-Denis. While being highly alert to current social, political and human issues, he constantly reflects and questions our day-to-day presence. He has received the Émile Zola Prize, the Dwarse Denker Trophy and the Kleine Marie Hartman-pen.