Scripts and Scenarios

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Exploring the evolution of stage comedy during the Italian Renaissance, this book highlights its experimental nature and roots in the works of Plautus and Terence. It chronicles the transition from private performances to broader public audiences, examining the scripts' performing values and their connections to commedia dell'arte. By focusing on this pivotal moment, it reveals the significant influence these comedies had on later European playwrights such as Shakespeare, Molière, and Lope de Vega, making it a valuable resource for theatre history and Italian studies.