Commedia origins
This is the time period when Commedia Dell Arte was most popular.
What is the Renaissance?
These were the characters that appeared in every show.
What are Stock characters?
Very wealthy, and loves his money.
Who is Pantalone
This si the country where commedia originated
Where is Italy?
This Shakespeare play was influenced by Commedia
What is the Tempest?
Educated and very rich. Extremely pompous and loves the sound of his own voice. Loves food and drink.
Who is the Doctor?
This is the century where Commedia Began
What is the 16th century?
A typical Commedia troupe was composed of 7 of these and 3 of these.
What are 7 men and 3 women?
Can be a servant but often a member of the middle class (such as a tavern owner)
-Master of lies and Scheming Roguish and Sophisticated Does anything for money
Who is Brighella
This is the country outside of Italy that was most influenced by Commedia.
What is France?
What form of acting was derived from Commedia
What is Pantomime?
Talks at length about made up conquests of both the militaristic and carnal nature in attempts to impress others.
-He would be the first to run away from any and all battles.
Who is Capitone
What was the typical venue of a Commedia performance
What is an open town square?
This performance technique often created out of mid air was used in dialogue for shows. (Unscripted)
What is improv?
Ridiculously over the top, but sincerely in love.
-Separation from Lover leads to strong lament.
Who is Imorata/Imorarti (the lovers)