Arlecchino Am Ravenous

by Ian Thal

In this tale of slapstick blasphemy and auto-cannibalism, Arlecchino, late of Bergamo, is so driven mad by hunger that he storms both Heaven and Hell in search of a meal. In his journeys Arlecchino gains no spiritual enlightenment.

Originally performed by the author, it has since been presented and performed by others.

It has since appeared in STEEL TOE REVIEW #20.

In this tale of slapstick blasphemy and auto-cannibalism, Arlecchino, late of Bergamo, is so driven mad by hunger that he storms both Heaven and Hell in search of a meal. In his journeys Arlecchino gains no spiritual enlightenment.

Originally performed by the author, it has since been presented and performed by others.

It has since appeared in STEEL TOE REVIEW #20.

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Arlecchino Am Ravenous

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  • Ryan Kaminski: Arlecchino Am Ravenous by Ian Thal
    “

    A wonderful tribute to commedia dell'arte! Ian Thal has given an actor a dream role which takes a character from earth to heaven and back to earth again. Very funny and audiences will love it. I know I did!

    A wonderful tribute to commedia dell'arte! Ian Thal has given an actor a dream role which takes a character from earth to heaven and back to earth again. Very funny and audiences will love it. I know I did!

    ”
  • Sawyer Quinn Brown: Arlecchino Am Ravenous by Ian Thal
    “

    Physical comedy is my favorite, and this piece provides an excellent framework for a talented actor to own the stage with it. Great fun to read!

    Physical comedy is my favorite, and this piece provides an excellent framework for a talented actor to own the stage with it. Great fun to read!

    ”
  • Cheryl Bear: Arlecchino Am Ravenous by Ian Thal
    “

    A thrilling journey through heaven and hell for spiritual enlightenment perhaps? Very funny!

    A thrilling journey through heaven and hell for spiritual enlightenment perhaps? Very funny!

    ”
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Character Information

  • Arlecchino
    One of the clowns associated with the commedia dell'arte.

    Though Arlecchino is male, he may be played by an actor of any gender.

    This is a clown role, so the actor should be agile.
    Ageless
    Male
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      20s,
      30s,
      40s,
      50s,
      60s,
      70s+

Production History

  • Professional, Laugh/Riot Performing Arts Company, 2014
  • Professional, Behind the Mask Studio & Theatre, 2010
  • Professional, Perishable Theatre, 2010
  • Professional, Puppet Showplace Theatre, 2010
  • Professional, Patravadi Theater, Bangkok, Thailand, 2009
  • Workshop, Behind the Mask Studio & Theatre, 2009
  • Workshop, Willoughby & Baltic, 2008