In Martini's deft hands, the trials and tribulations of mounting a theatrical production in ancient Rome ring true today - Martini's wit, as well as his intimate theatrical knowledge, is apparent on every page - The Comedian provides an enjoyable glimpse into the theatre's classical roots, while illuminating an offstage drama that, for better or worse, still defines the thespian experience. - Laurel Smith, Quill and Quire

The Comedian is a thoroughly entertaining and polished work. - Mark Lisac, Prime Times

You really can't ask for more. Alex Rettie, AlbertaViews

Titus Maccius Plautus' career is on the decline. Once renound for bringing Greek comedies to the Roman world, now he struggles to stage a single play. Unlucky with money and unlucky in love, Plautus faces the world with wry dignity. This could be the performance that brings back fame and fortune, or the one that ends it all.

Engaging, thoughtful, and funny, The Comedian dives into the rough and tumble world of arts in its infancy. Clem Martini draws on his talent and experience to bring to life the signs and sounds of a world where playwrights suffered and succeeded, but mostly suffered.

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Engaging, thoughtful, and funny, The Comedian dives into the rough and tumble world of arts in its infancy. Clem Martini draws on his talent and experience to bring to life the signs and sounds of a world where playwrights suffered and succeeded, but mostly suffered.
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Produktdetaljer

ISBN
9781552389775
Publisert
2018-02-28
Utgiver
University of Calgary Press; University of Calgary Press
Vekt
567 gr
Høyde
233 mm
Bredde
181 mm
Dybde
27 mm
Aldersnivå
P, 06
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Heftet
Antall sider
374

Forfatter

Om bidragsyterne

Clem Martini is the award-winning author of Bitter Medicine: A Graphic Memoir of Mental Illness. He is a Professor in the Division of Drama at the University of Calgary.