This has been the most exciting week. We watched a DVD which explains the significance of masks used in Commedia Dell'Arte. There are altogether ten masks and they are used to denote masters and servants. Masters walk with their backs straight and speak in a low tone whereas servants tend to be high pitched and walked about randomly as if without purpose.
After jotting down notes, we were asked to pick three characters that we would be interested in playing. I have been chosen to play Pulcinella who speaks in a high-pitched tone, and likes to argue for the sake of argument. I chose this personality because I think it would be fun and very comical to play this role, especially when he walks in a slow jerky manner. I found these information on the DVD but I intend to do further research.
Hey Nic :)
ReplyDeleteYUP you should do further research to understand more about the character you are being. I can't wait to try the masks!
Good job :)
ReplyDeleteHAHA This is so random....