Some info from Wiki:
Commedia dell'Arte (Italian: "the comedy of art") is a form of improvisational theatre that began in Italy in the 16th century and held its popularity through the 18th century, although it is still performed today. Performances were unscripted, held outside, and used few props. They were free to watch, funded by donations. A troupe consisted of ten people: seven men and three women. Outside Italy the form was also known as "Italian Comedy".
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Commedia_dell
YouTube links:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IP3ruJiklkk&feature=PlayList&p=143D207D7C6C615D&index=0&playnext=1 Commedia Dell'Arte screener - Contemporary Arts Media
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-RBmE9ldaZE Pulcinella's war -Antonio Fava & Merve Engin
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IqI0EqaXvWI Commedia Dell'Arte with Baroque Dance
Monday, October 5, 2009
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