Title
Commedia Dell'Arte: An Actor's Handbook,New
Delivery time: 8-12 business days (International)
There has been an enormous revival of interest in Commedia dell'arte. And it remians a central part of many drama school courses. In Commedia dell'arte in the Twentieth Century John Rublin first examines the orgins of this vital theatrical form and charts its recent revival through the work of companies like Tag, Theatre de Complicite and the influential methods of Jacques Lecoq. The second part of the book provides a unique practical guide for wouldbe practitioners: demonstrating how to approach the roles of Zanni, Arlecchion, Brighella, Pantalone, Dottore, and the Lovers in terms of movement, maskwork and voice. As well as offering a range of lazzi or comic business, improvisation exercises, sample monologues,and dialogues. No other book so clearly outlines the specific culture of Commedia or provides such a practical guide to its techniques. This immensely timely and useful handbook will be an essential purchase for all actors, students, and teachers.
By changing our most important processes and
products, we have already made a big leap forward. This ranges from the
increased use of more sustainable fibers to the use of more
environmentally friendly printing processes to the development of
efficient waste management in our value chain.
⚠️ WARNING (California Proposition 65):
This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
For more information, please visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping
We ship your order within 2–3 business days for USA deliveries and 5–8 business days for international shipments. Once your package has been dispatched from our warehouse, you'll receive an email confirmation with a tracking number, allowing you to track the status of your delivery.
Returns
To facilitate a smooth return process, a Return Authorization (RA) Number is required for all returns. Returns without a valid RA number will be declined and may incur additional fees. You can request an RA number within 15 days of the original delivery date. For more details, please refer to our Return & Refund Policy page.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping
We ship your order within 2–3 business days for USA deliveries and 5–8 business days for international shipments. Once your package has been dispatched from our warehouse, you'll receive an email confirmation with a tracking number, allowing you to track the status of your delivery.
Returns
To facilitate a smooth return process, a Return Authorization (RA) Number is required for all returns. Returns without a valid RA number will be declined and may incur additional fees. You can request an RA number within 15 days of the original delivery date. For more details, please refer to our Return & Refund Policy page.
Warranty
We provide a 2-year limited warranty, from the date of purchase for all our products.
If you believe you have received a defective product, or are experiencing any problems with your product, please contact us.
This warranty strictly does not cover damages that arose from negligence, misuse, wear and tear, or not in accordance with product instructions (dropping the product, etc.).
Warranty
We provide a 2-year limited warranty, from the date of purchase for all our products.
If you believe you have received a defective product, or are experiencing any problems with your product, please contact us.
This warranty strictly does not cover damages that arose from negligence, misuse, wear and tear, or not in accordance with product instructions (dropping the product, etc.).
Secure Payment
Your payment information is processed securely. We do not store credit card details nor have access to your credit card information.
We accept payments with :
Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Paypal, Shopify Payments, Shop Pay and more.
Secure Payment
Your payment information is processed securely. We do not store credit card details nor have access to your credit card information.
We accept payments with :
Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Paypal, Shopify Payments, Shop Pay and more.
Related Products
You may also like
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the focus of 'Commedia Dell'Arte: An Actor's Handbook'? A: The book focuses on the origins and revival of Commedia dell'arte, providing insights into its techniques and practices, especially for actors.
- Q: Who is the author of this handbook? A: The handbook is authored by John Rudlin, who explores both the historical and practical aspects of Commedia dell'arte.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 296 pages, making it a comprehensive resource for actors and students alike.
- Q: What practical guidance does the book offer? A: It offers practical guidance on approaching roles such as Zanni, Arlecchino, Brighella, and more, including movement, mask-work, and voice techniques.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in acting? A: Yes, the book is designed to assist would-be practitioners and is suitable for beginners as well as experienced actors.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding, making it accessible and easy to handle.
- Q: When was 'Commedia Dell'Arte: An Actor's Handbook' published? A: The book was published on February 24, 1994.
- Q: Does the book include exercises for actors? A: Yes, it includes improvisation exercises, sample monologues, dialogues, and a range of comic business or lazzi.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: The book falls under the category of Acting & Auditioning.
- Q: Is 'Commedia Dell'Arte: An Actor's Handbook' a good resource for drama students? A: Absolutely, it is considered an essential purchase for actors, students, and teachers interested in Commedia dell'arte.