Using mime in commedia

Drama

Who's work became stiff competition for the commedia dell'arte style during the latter part of their era?

Should mime used in commedia dell'arte be funny?

Is mime a key ingredient to the commedia dell'arte style?

Should an authentic commedia dell'arte performance use direct communication with the audience?

Clear, exaggerated and obvious movements and gestures

What does 'commedia dell'arte' roughly translate to?

Fun, exaggerated and playful with clear characters

Slow to get into, tough storylines and complex characters

Which statement best describes the commedia dell'arte style?

When did commedia dell'arte begin to rise in Italy?