Commedia Dell'Arte: A Handbook for Troupes
Rudlin, John
ISBN 10: 0415204097 ISBN 13: 9780415204095
Published by Routledge, 2001
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Synopsis:
A companion to John Rudlin's best-selling Commedia dell'Arte: A Handbook for Actors, this book covers both the history and professional practice of commedia dell'arte companies from 1568 to the present day. Indispensable for both the beginner and the professional, it contains historical and contemporary company case histories, details on company organisation, and tips on practical stagecraft.
Essential for students and practitioners, this book enables the reader to understand how successful commedia dell'arte companies function, and how we can learn from past and current practice to create a lively and dynamic form of theatre.
Includes tips on:
* writing a scenario
* mask-making
* building a stage
* designing a backdrop
* costume
* music.
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About the Author: John Rudlin is a freelance theatre director, playwright and author. Olly Crick is a drama lecturer at Hereford College of Art and Design.
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Bibliographic Details
Title: Commedia Dell'Arte: A Handbook for Troupes
Publisher: Routledge
Publication Date: 2001
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Very Good