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16th Century Improvised Acting
A Hands-On Workshop in Historic Acting Methods
Leture & Movement
Short Description of the Event
Join us for a brief lecture on a moment of theater history followed by a fun session of acting while trying centuries old methods on recently rediscovered scenes from ancient play outlines. Build your knowledge of the history of your craft while trying out the over-the-top, and yet sincere approach to comedies, melodramas, fantasies, histories, and tragedies alike!
Duration: 120 Minutes
Topics
- Short lecture on what we know about how acting was done by Commedia dell'Arte troupes
- Exercises and scene work to teach the skills
Other details
Target Audience: Improv and Sketch Actors
Prerequirements: None
In Person Only
One day program
Workshop involves particiapnts moving and acting
