Commedia/Improv

Front

What was the period AFTER the Medieval/Dark ages called?

Back

Renaissance

Front

What does "Teatro Erudito" mean?

Back

Smart Theatre

Front

What are some characteristics of Teatro Erudito?

Back

Written by Academics, Performed by amateurs, Performed in royal settings

Front

Who performed Commedia dell Arte?

Back

Professional Actors

Front

Which of the following is NOT TRUE about Commedia dell Arte?
¿Cuál de lo siguiente NO ES CIERTO sobre la Commedia dell'Arte?
Options:
Women were allowed to perform
Se permitía que las mujeres actuaran.
It was performed indoors
Se representaba en interiores.
It was very funny
Era muy divertida.
It was Scripted
Estaba guionizada.

Back

It was performed indoors
Se representaba en interiores.

Front

What type of performances is Commedia dell'Arte known for?

Back

Improvised Comedies

Front

What was a primary feature of Commedia dell'Arte costumes?

Back

Masks

Front

Which Commedia dell Arte Character, who was very educated, but actually very dumb, wore this mask?

Back

Il Dottore/The Doctor

Front

Which Commedia del Arte Character, who was rich/mean old man wore this mask?

Back

Pantalone/The Old Man

Front

What was the name of the female Commedia del Arte character we discussed in class?

Back

Columbina