Commedia dell'Arte and the Italian Renaissance as a mirror to explore today's political issues has always been a fascinating topic for me. Around the structure...
I was just reading this and I believe if you make an overt act of pointing out that they are (insert stereotype here.) then that is where the pitfall lies. If...
... people? I got one thoughtful response. Thanks, but I am hoping for more. That was an excellent point regarding intent and archetype vs sterotype. I know...
And for the record, I think everybody is either out performing, or sleeping it off. You know, the stuff we do can be akin to being drunk you know... ;) haud...
I don' t understand what's yours mean? I think... when I sad sincerely. What' s problem for you? I know people but we don' t racist, prejudiced and we don't...
I honestly do not think it is too risky. I hope that we can discuss it like adults. I would love to hear if there are any other stereotypes out there. I...
If your Turkish can you understand me Jim. If I did your hurt so sorry...I have' nt intention hurt somebody. I did suppose when your banter with me. I guess I...
Gul, So what is turkey like? I live in Texas, (USA) {I know you probably know that, but I have to remind myself sometimes (ha ha ha ha ha ha)...} {haven't...
... sorry...I have' nt intention hurt somebody.... Gul, you are cool. I have no hurt feelings. I want to avoid hurt feelings for everyone - I would rather...
The purpose of this group should be that of discussing the artistic and literary, folkloric and historical aspects of the Commedia dell'Arte. Instead, the...
hmm. i thought that the current discussion was focused around commedia and the stereotypes of various cultures employed by it. And people were asked to...
That's the way I understood it too? However as pointed out my inability to focus got me into Commedia, It leads to wonderful improvosational skills and ...
Well, dear transatlantic chums, post something worth having a good old chinwag about (or finger dance) about.Always feel I should be contributing more, but the...
I am a sculptor interested in the characterization of figures in clay representing the Commedia. I would like to know from you, any your suggestions of how do...
hello fellow commedia'ns-- i hope some of you can come check out our performance this weekend at the underground zero festival in nyc, curated by the artistic...
Ciao tutti! I am posting an audition notice for a show my company is producing in Chicago. We are looking for talented CdA performers living in the Chicago...
... representing the Commedia. I would like to know from you, any your suggestions of how do these characters come accross to your perception. How, for...
Critically acclaimed Ziggurat Theatre Ensemble seeks the following for an original fantasy for all ages. This is not a commedia play per se, but contains...
Here is the New Inside Out Art Studio Schedule for fall 2007, including a weekend of intensives in leather mask making and mask making for teachers. Come join...
I'm pretty sure they are in the chicago area (although their website http://www.maskarts.com is not responding right now. ) I found this info for them: ...
Sorry Inside Out Art Studio and Semmerling and Schaefer Masks are located in Chicago, convenient for visits from all around the continent. Jeff...
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In "The Triumph of Love" a reworking of Pierre Marivaux's 18th century comedy at California Shakespeare Theater in Orinda, actor Danny Scheie does a classic...
Greetings! It wouldn't be commedia if we didn't try to get attention, right? The Confused Greenies (i Verdi Confusi) is a new troupe forming in Cleveland,...
I wrote a scenario and convinced my theatre company to produce it. Rehearsals start this weekend. Pics coming soon. See below for more info-- Chicagoans!...
Dear folks, This summer I continued playing Pantalone with i Scandali (for Jubilee Renfaire and SCA audiences), helped my new SCA apprentice Zsof with her ...
Hm... I tried to have an active commedia summer... Our fledgling group participated in the local art parade - just marching and stilt walking while wearing...