Speaking through Commedia

Speaking through Commedia

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Lesson details

Key learning points

  1. In this lesson, we will begin exploring the use of language and speech in Commedia dell'Arte.

Content guidance

  • Physical activity required.

Supervision

Adult supervision recommended

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3 Questions

Q1.
Select the true statement
We create brand new characters each time.
Correct answer: We re-use the same stock characters for a typical Commedia dell'Arte performance.
Q2.
Exaggeration is a key part of the Commedia dell'Arte style?
False
Correct answer: True
Q3.
Adding weight and resistance to mimed gestures helps to make it look...
Boring
Correct answer: Effective
Sad

3 Questions

Q1.
What is the name for the speech used in Commedia dell'Arte?
Gremlin
Grimsby
Correct answer: Grummelot
Q2.
What is the primary function of speech in Commedia dell'Arte?
Correct answer: To communicate emotion.
To confuse everyone.
To sound Italian.
Q3.
Looking at the audience whilst using Grummelot is important.
No
Correct answer: Yes

Lesson appears in

UnitDrama / Commedia dell'arte: an introduction