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Perrault (surname)
Perrault is a surname. Notable people with the surname include: * C. Raymond Perrault, artificial intelligence researcher * Charles Perrault, (1628–1703) French writer * Charles-Hubert Perrault (1922-2019) Canadian businessman * Claude Perrault (1613-1688), French architect and scientist, brother of Charles * Dominique Perrault (born 1953), French architect * Gilles Perrault, (born 1931) French writer and journalist * Jacques-Nicolas Perrault (1750–1812), seigneur, businessman and political figure in Lower Canada * Joël Perrault (born 1983), Canadian ice hockey player * Joseph-Édouard Perrault (1874–1948), French Canadian politician * Joseph-Stanislas Perrault (1846-1907), politician, father of Joseph-Édouard * Joseph-François Perrault (1753–1844), businessman and political figure in Lower Canada * Joseph-Xavier Perrault (1836–1905), Quebec educator and political figure * Léon Bazille Perrault (1832–1908), French painter * Maurice Perrault (1857–1909), Can ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Charles Perrault
Charles Perrault ( , also , ; 12 January 1628 – 16 May 1703) was an iconic French author and member of the Académie Française. He laid the foundations for a new literary genre, the fairy tale, with his works derived from earlier folk tales, published in his 1697 book ''Histoires ou contes du temps passé'' (''Stories or Tales from Past Times''). The best known of his tales include ''Le Petit Chaperon Rouge'' ("Little Red Riding Hood"), ''Cendrillon'' ("Cinderella"), ''Le Maître chat ou le Chat botté'' ("Puss in Boots"), ''La Belle au bois dormant'' ("Sleeping Beauty"), and ''Barbe Bleue'' ("Bluebeard"). Some of Perrault's versions of old stories influenced the German versions published by the Brothers Grimm more than 100 years later. The stories continue to be printed and have been adapted to most entertainment formats. Perrault was an influential figure in the 17th-century French literary scene, and was the leader of the Modern faction during the Quarrel of the Ancients ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Olivier Perrault
Olivier Perrault (July 21, 1773 – March 19, 1827) was a seigneur, lawyer, judge and political figure in Lower Canada. He was also sometimes known as Jean-Baptiste-Olivier Perrault. He was born Jean-Olivier Perrault at Quebec City in 1773, the son of Jacques Perrault, and studied at the Petit Séminaire de Québec. He articled in law and qualified to practise in 1799. In 1804, he married Marie-Louise, the daughter of seigneur Gabriel-Elzéar Taschereau Gabriel-Elzéar Taschereau (March 27, 1745 – September 18, 1809) was the second in a line of distinguished French Canadians whose influence has spanned three centuries. Gabriel-Elzéar Taschereau was born at Quebec City, the son of Thomas-J .... He was named clerk of the land roll and inspector general of the royal domain in 1808, but resigned to allow Joseph-Bernard Planté to be named to these posts. He was named advocate general of Lower Canada later that year. In 1812, he was named an honorary member of the Executi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Perreau (other)
Perreau is a French-language surname. It may refer to: * Ben Perreau, British journalist and entrepreneur *Bruno Perreau, French political scientist and professor of French Studies * Gigi Perreau (born 1941), American actress *Yann Perreau Yann Perreau (born 1976) is a Canadian singer songwriter from Quebec specialising in rock-electro music. Between 1994 and 1999, he was a member of Doc et les Chirurgiens, before becoming a solo artist. Biography Beginnings Yann Perreau grew up i ..., Canadian singer from Quebec *Stéphan Perreau, (born 1969), French flautist and art historian See also *Louis de Perreau, Sieur de Castillon, French ambassador to England during the reign of Henry VIII *Perot (other) *Perrot (other) {{surname French-language surnames Surnames of French origin ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Perraud (other)
Perraud is a surname. Notable people with the surname include: *Adolphe Perraud (1828–1906), French Cardinal and academician * Florent Perraud (born 1982), French footballer *Jean-Joseph Perraud (1819-1876), French sculptor *Jean-Marc Perraud Jean-Marc Perraud is a French businessman who was executive vice president and CFO of Schlumberger. Biography A graduate of the ''École des Hautes Études Commerciales'', he received his MBA from Columbia Business School where he was a Fulbrigh ..., French businessman * Romain Perraud (born 1997), French footballer {{surname ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Perreault (other) (born 1947), Canad ...
Perreault is a surname of French origin, and may refer to: In sport Hockey * Bob Perreault (1931–1980), Canadian professional ice hockey player * Gilbert Perreault (born 1950), Canadian professional ice hockey centre * Jacob Perreault (born 2002), Canadian professional ice hockey player * Mathieu Perreault (born 1988), Canadian professional ice hockey centre * Yanic Perreault (born 1971), Canadian professional ice hockey player Other sports * Annie Perreault (born 1971), Canadian short track speed skater * Dominique Perreault (born 1984), Canadian water polo player * Pete Perreault (born 1939), American football guard Other *Guillaume Perreault (born 1985), Canadian writer, illustrator * Robert Perreault Robert Perreault (born 13 May 1947) is a Canadian politician and administrator in the province of Quebec. He was a prominent city councillor in Montreal from 1982 to 1994, a Parti Québécois member of the National Assembly of Quebec from 1994 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Perrault (other)
Perrault may refer to: * Perrault (surname), people with the surname * Perrault (horse), a British-bred Thoroughbred racehorse * Perrault, Ontario, Canada See also * Perreault Perreault is a surname of French origin, and may refer to: In sport Hockey * Bob Perreault (1931–1980), Canadian professional ice hockey player * Gilbert Perreault (born 1950), Canadian professional ice hockey centre * Jacob Perreault (born 200 ... * Perrault shorthand, an English adaptation of the Duployan shorthand {{disambiguation, surname French-language surnames ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Celeste Perrault
Celeste Perrault is a fictional character on the soap opera ''Days of Our Lives''. The character is well known for her psychic abilities in the series. Celeste was portrayed by Tanya Boyd and Beverly Todd. Casting Tanya Boyd portrayed Celeste from 1994 to October 2007. In 2012, it was originally confirmed that Boyd would reprise the role of Celeste later that year however, it was then confirmed that, due to scheduling conflicts, Beverly Todd would take over the role for a seven-to-ten episode arc. Todd debuted April 3, 2012. A first look at Todd's appearance on the drama was released on January 23, 2012, by '' Soap Opera Digest''. Fellow actress Renée Jones (who plays her onscreen daughter) praised Boyd's appearance and has stated she is very happy to work with her. Storylines Celeste was introduced in April 1994 as Stefano DiMera's confidante and former lover at the Maison Blanche plantation in New Orleans. Celeste is a Creole woman whose past is originally shro ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Serge Perrault
Serge Perrault (1920 – 13 March 2014) was a French ballet dancer and teacher. Biography Born Serge Leplat in Paris in 1920, he was the half-brother of the dancer Lycette Darsonval. He trained at the Paris Opera School alongside Lucette Almanzor, the second wife of writer Louis-Ferdinand Céline. He attended the ballet corps of the opera from 1943 to 1947. During the occupation of France during the Second World War, Perrault avoided the ''Service du travail obligatoire'' by seeking refuge with Gen Paul and Céline. He performed the role of the Toreador in ''Carmen'' by Roland Petit in London in 1949. He danced with stars like Michel Renaud, Lycette Darsonval, and Yvette Chauviré. He performed as a comedian-dancer in the troupe of Jean-Louis Barrault during a production of ''Hamlet,'' which toured the United States in 1952. In 1957, Perrault played the role of Max in the film ''Folies-Bergère'' directed by Henri Decoin. Perrault also worked as a dance teacher. Beginning in 1 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ray Perrault
Raymond Joseph Perrault, (February 6, 1926 – November 24, 2008) was a Canadian politician. He was a member of the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia and of the Senate of Canada. Perrault was born in Vancouver, British Columbia a family with strong Liberal roots. His maternal grandfather came from Ontario and enlisted to quell the Metis rebellion led by Louis Riel. His paternal grandfather came from Quebec, where Riel had been a hero. Perrault was educated at Sir Guy Carleton school and John Oliver high school in Vancouver. After graduating from the University of British Columbia with degrees in economics and political science, he became a communications consultant, working in radio, public relations and advertising. He entered politics in his thirties, becoming leader of the British Columbia Liberal Party in 1959. He was first elected to the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia in the 1960 provincial election in which the Liberals won fours seats in the legisla ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pierre Perrault (author)
Pierre Perrault (c. 1608, in Paris – 1680, in Paris) was a Receiver General of Finances for Paris and later a scientist who developed the concept of the hydrological cycle. He and Edme Mariotte were primarily responsible for making hydrology an experimental science. Life Perrault grew up in a bourgeois family, had at least seven siblings, and probably lived all his life in Paris. Little is known about his life, despite the fame of some of his younger brothers. These include Claude, an architect of part of the Louvre Palace; Nicholas, a doctor of theology known for his denunciation of the Jesuits; and Charles, author of ''Tales of Mother Goose''. Perrault was trained as a lawyer, and in 1654 purchased the position of Receiver General of Finances for Paris. This post involved collecting taxes for Louis XIV, and he received a percentage of the taxes he collected. This position ruined him when Louis XIV chose to calm rebellious taxpayers by granting a remission of all taxes that we ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pierre Perrault
Pierre Perrault (29 June 1927 – 24 June 1999) was a Québécois documentary film director. He directed 20 films between 1963 and 1996. He was one of the most important filmmakers in Canada, although largely unknown outside of Québec. In 1994 he was awarded the Prix Albert-Tessier. ''Pour la suite du monde'' (1963), ''The Times That Are (Le Règne du jour)'' (1967), and ''The River Schooners (Les Voitures d'eau)'' (1968) make up his critically acclaimed L'Isle-aux-Coudres Trilogy. His film ''La bête lumineuse'' (1982) screened in the Un Certain Regard section of the 36th Cannes Film Festival. Perrault originally studied law (and practiced for two years), before becoming a radio announcer, poet, filmmaker and dramatist. His first involvement with film was on the ''Au pays neufve France'' series, which was based on his radio program for Radio-Canada. Impact Canadian film historian Peter Morris wrote this about Perrault in his 1984 ''The Film Companion'': "The most famous ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pascal Perrault
Pascal Perrault (born 1959) is a French professional poker player, who specialises in tournament play. His nickname "Triple P" is short for Pascal "Poison" Perrault, a reference to his other profession as a pharmacist. He first made the money in the World Series of Poker (WSOP) in 1998, where he made the final table of the $3,000 No Limit Hold-Em tournament and won $14,250 after outlasting opposition including Liam Flood and Chris Ferguson. The next year he finished on the final table again, outlasting the likes of Noel Furlong and Scotty Nguyen. Soon after he entered into the Late Night Poker television series, where he reached the semi-final in series 4 and the grand final in series 5. He was voted Poker Personality of the Year in 2001 and was ranked #1 player in Europe in the same year. In March 2005 he won the Vienna event of the European Poker Tour, taking home a €184,500 first prize. Later, he made the Grand Final of the inaugural William Hill Poker Grand Prix Wi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
