The link between carnival and commedia dell'arte

By Giorgia Verna, for Zeta Luiss Mag, February 16, 2023

Giorgia Verna reflects on Robin Summa’s interpretation of the relationship between carnival and commedia dell’arte.

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In this article published on February 16, 2023, on the Zetaluiss website, journalist Giorgia Verna explores the connection between carnival and commedia dell’arte through the insights of artist Robin Summa. She begins by discussing the history of commedia dell’arte, which emerged in 16th-century Italy in the context of traditional carnivals. She then turns to the iconic masks of this theatrical tradition, such as Pulcinella, Harlequin, Il Dottore, Colombina, and Brighella.