Jean Rotrou was born in Dreux, France, on August 21, 1609. He was a prominent French playwright of the classical period. His theatrical career was active in Paris, where he produced a significant number of plays, including tragedies such as 'Venceslas' and comedies such as 'La Soeur Jalouse'. Rotrou was influenced by Greco-Latin and Italian models, but he also innovated with original themes and characters. His writing is characterized by the elegance of verse and psychological depth. He died in 1650, during a plague epidemic, while serving as a military officer. His contribution to French theater is recognized for his skill in constructing complex plots and for his poetic style.