Josef Skupa

Josef Skupa (16 January 1892 – 8 January 1957) was a Czech puppeteer, actor, and theatre director born in Strakonice[(10939379)#location]. He was the founder of the Spejbl and Hurvínek Theatre [(7140158)#founder_of], which showcased his puppeteering talents with his memorable characters Spejbl and Hurvínek. Skupa held citizenship in the Czech Republic [(9976150)#country_of_citizenship].

Throughout his career, Josef Skupa engaged in various occupations including puppeteering[(1252004)#occupation], acting[(1252005)#occupation], and theatre directing[(1252006)#occupation]. Josef Skupa passed away in Prague on 8 January 1957 [(6379468)#date_of_death], leaving behind a legacy as an influential figure in the world of Czech puppetry.