A few of our Commedia dell'Arte troupe regulars are born (clockwise from top left): Ballerina, Brighella, Cola and Franceschina
Commedia dell'Arte originated in Italian carnivals and market places in the 16th century. The technique utilizes multiple performance skills, intermingling verbal dialogue with mime, acrobatics, music and dance. The troupe actors play stock characters and develop personal lazzi routines, which are incorporated into unique scenarios in the form of physical comedy and dramatic actions. The actors depend upon practiced improvisational skills and familiarity with troupe players for successful performance.
Ballerina, Brighella and Franceschina perform "The Music Lesson" at Baron's Feast in Gyldenholt
