Rudlin, John
Commedia Dell'Arte: An Actor's Handbook
- ISBN 13:
- 9780415047708
- author:
- Rudlin, John
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Routledge
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1994
- Pages:
- 282
- Genre:
- Acting techniques
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Commedia dell'arte: A Practical Guide for Troupes by John Rudlin provides an in-depth exploration of this vital theatrical form. The book delves into its origins and charts its recent revival, shedding light on the work of influential companies such as Tag and Theatre de Complicite. This comprehensive handbook offers a unique practical guide for would-be practitioners, covering movement, mask-work, voice, and comedic business through exercises and sample monologues and dialogues. By providing a clear outline of Commedia's specific culture and techniques, Rudlin's book is an invaluable resource for actors, students, and teachers seeking to master this timeless theatrical form. With its unique blend of historical context and practical guidance, Commedia dell'arte: A Practical Guide for Troupes is an essential purchase for anyone looking to explore or teach this fascinating art form.
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