Monthly Archives: November 2011

Il Dottore’s phrases and aphrodisiac vocabulary

Latin Words: Collum- neck Spinae -spine Digitus itchthies – fish fingers Digitus – fingers Genua – knees Apis – Bees Vomitio – Vomit Fluens – humours/fluids Muscus – Tongue Aphrodisiacs: Yohimbe Ginseng Powdered Oyster Vanilla Beans Shilajit (exotic brown paste … Continue reading

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Commedia D’ell Arte Rehearsal notes

8th of November: – The exercises were extremely tiring due to the enormous energy required, especially the immediate changes made to the movements. – I found that the Laban movements that suited me the most were dabbing, gliding (to an … Continue reading

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Commedia Dell’Arte Questions

What was the Commedia Dell’Arte? Commedia Dell’Arte was an Italian improvisational comedy theatre that originated in the Italian City states in the 15th Century. It consisted of troupes who toured the country. Where did the Commedia Originate from? It originated from … Continue reading

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