History
Commedia Dell'Arte started in this country
Characterized as the lowest of the characters.
Who is Zanni?
The Cowardly Lion is a modern example of this character.
Who is Capitano?
This term is defined as a position or rank relative to others.
What is Status?
Commedia is a response to this Theatre time period/ Era.
A miserly, elderly man, who is greedy and quick-tempered.
Who is Pantalone?
Definied as a type of character in fictional media that is instantly recognizable to audiences.
What is a Stock Character?
Commedia Dell'Arte's definition.
What is Comedy of Professional Artists?
This character pretends to be educated, but really has no idea what he's talking about.
Who is Dottore?
Hermione is a modern example of this character.
Who is Columbina?
These define the 3 categories of Commedia characters.
What are Masters, Servants, and Lovers?
These were not used to create a Commedia Dell'Arte performance.
What is a script?
Who is Arlechino?
A comic routine.
What is Lazzi?
This event led to the creation of the art form we now know as Commedia Dell'Arte.
What is the Feast of Fools?
A head servant, known for his sharp wit and shady dealings.
Who is Brighella?