From the Sorbonne to Naples, in pursuit of Pulcinella: Robin Summa, craftsman and heir to the tradition

Aurora Bergamini – Corriere della sera (Mezzogiorno) – 17 Jan 2020

Article from Corriere della sera on Pulcinella Robin summa and Naples tradition

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In this article published on January 17, 2020 by Aurora Bergamini, Robin Summa introduces the character of Pulcinella, a very important mask in the tradition of the commedia dell'arte and more specifically for Naples, which became candidate for the list of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by the UNESCO. Robin also discusses his father Pierangelo Summa, important puppeteer, craftsman and also theater director ; the publication of the book La Maschera è libertà. Storia di un'insurrezione teatrale (libretto 1) in his honor, and the influence and importance of commedia dell'arte masks on society.

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