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Experience the backstage world of classic theatre as Pierrot Deburau steps into the light.
This edition presents a four-act comedy set in Paris in 1839, opening with a prologue in front of the Funambules theatre and moving through the auditorium, Deburau’s garret, and back to the stage. It follows the legendary Pierrot and a cast of characters who inhabit the drama of performance, fame, and love, with a playwright’s eye for translation, adaptation, and theatrical craft.
- A vivid look at stage life, from the box seats to the prompter’s chair, and the craft behind a successful performance.
- Characters who mingle with real historical figures and the pressures of making an audience laugh, cry, and believe.
- The relationship between actor and text, and how a performance can define a performer’s life.
- Moments of humor, longing, and insight into what draws people to the theatre.
Ideal for readers who enjoy classic theatre, Sacha Guitry’s wit, and stories about actors, ambition, and the magic of live performance.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the nuances of the world-renowned pantomime, Pierrot, through the lens of a fictionalized account of the life of the acclaimed performer, Jean Gaspard Deburau. It vividly depicts the struggles and triumphs of the man behind the iconic whiteface, as he navigates love, loss, and the complexities of fame in 1830s Paris. The author delves into the artistic and social climate of the time, providing a captivating portrait of a transformative era in the history of theater. Through Deburau's journey, the book delves into the themes of identity, the nature of performance, and the duality of public perception versus private struggles, ultimately illuminating the timeless power of art to both reflect and shape society. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781331048299_0
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Deburau, Vol 3 A Comedy Classic Reprint
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