Author: Rudlin, John; Joint Author: Crick, Olly
Paperback
272 pages
Published: April 2001
Taylor & Francis Books Ltd
ISBN: 0415204097

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 tothe present day. Indispensable for both the beginner and the professional, it contains historical and contemporary company case histories, details on company organization, 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, and music.