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Clown for the Actor Workshop

By Tony Kishawi | 7 December 2018

There are three types of clown, Child clown, Adult clown, and Simple clown. Understanding these roles can help your ensemble further understand the individual skills and strengths hidden within your theatre group. Workshop 1 – 5 pm When – Sunday 16th Dec 2018 1 – 5 pm (Registration 12:45 for a 1 pm start) Where – Metro Arts warehouse space 4th floor 2/109 Edward St, Brisbane City QLD 4001 (lift not working at this time). Bring – a water bottle, wear your blacks (if possible) or comfortable clothing Cost – $20 donation to cover venue hire Child Clown, Adult Clown,…

Set of Seven Commedia dell’Arte Masks

By Tony Kishawi | 15 November 2018

I’m holding here the original leather mask that was made by Steve Novak and this mask and the set of masks have been in our company for over 13 years. We find these to be wonderful spirited masks, whoever the wearer might be they seem to be able to capture that spirit that comes from the mask. So, I spoke to Steve Novak about making some rubber latex versions, and so we’ve made these replicas… Because they’re more accessible, they’re cheaper obviously than the leather and we tried to make them look as leather as possible so that it keeps…

Dr Olly Crick Interview on Dario Fo’s Classic Performance the Zanni

By Tony Kishawi | 7 November 2018

Duration 13 mins Before watching this interview, please watch the Dario Fo routine we discuss:👉 https://youtu.be/PhLv9mhQXQk In this 13-minute conversation, Tony sits down with Commedia dell’Arte scholar and performer Dr Olly Crick to unpack one of Dario Fo’s classic routines—his interpretation of the Zanni, the starving servant at the heart of Commedia tradition. Dario Fo’s performance, originally spoken in Italian, has been captioned into English so emerging actors, teachers, and students can access the deeper symbolic layers and political meaning behind this iconic piece. Olly Crick—renowned director, writer, and Commedia historian—breaks down why Fo’s work is never simply “traditional” but…

Teaching Commedia dell’Arte

By Tony Kishawi | 13 March 2016

Teaching Commedia dell'Arte [Tony Kishawi, Ben Cornfoot, Claire Bailey] on . *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. 'Teaching Commedia dell'Arte' is a teaching manual that will enable teachers to effectively communicate the mystery of Commedia dell 'Arte.
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