There is little information about Zeffirelli’s early theatrical activities. From testimonies of friends, we know that he attended the "Teatro della Fiaba," a company of young and very young actors created and managed by Flavia Farina Cini, a theatrical patron. It is certain that he played the lead role in the comedy “Il Marchese di Carabà”, although it has not been possible to determine the dates of all the Florentine performances.