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Medieval

Comedy Styles
By Yohann Chopra and Viraj
Sharaff
An Introduction
During the medieval times, theater was closely
connected to the Church and its doctrines. In
this presentation, we will explore the popular
comedy styles that emerged during the
Medieval Secular time period.
Table of contents

01 Farce
Talking about Farce 02 Commedia
Talking About
Dell’arte
Commedia Dell’arte

03 Influence on Modern
Comedy
Talking about
Medieval comedy’s
influence on
modern comedy
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Farc
1 e
Farce
What Was Farce? - Farce was A
comedic genre known for
exaggerated, slapstick humor.

Some More Characteristics -

- Often featured stock characters


and absurd situations.
- Audience enjoyed the physical
comedy and outrageous humor.

Example: "The Boy and the Blind


Man"
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2
Commedia
Dell’arte
Commedia Dell’arte

- Definition: An influential form of improvised comedy with stock characters.


- Characteristics:
- Stock characters such as Harlequin and Columbina.
- Use of masks, physical comedy, and witty improvisation.
- Influence: Commedia Dell'arte continues to impact modern comedy,
particularly in improvisational theater and sketch comedy.
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3
Influence on
Modern
Comedy
Influence on Modern Comedy
Medieval comedy styles have left a
significant imprint on contemporary
comedy, shaping the way we find
humor in entertainment.
Medieval comedy still impacts our
comedies today,
Farce elements are evident in
contemporary comedies.
Commedia Dell'arte contributed to
improvisational comedy in forms like
improv theater and sketch comedy.
Understanding these styles helps us
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4
Conclusion
Conclusion
In conclusion, medieval secular theater introduced distinctive comedic
styles that played a vital role in the evolution of comedy as we know it
today.
Thanks!
Do you have any
questions?

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