The first and only full-length critical study of Dario Fo; the 1997 Nobel Prize for Literature WinnerThis book; now extensively rewritten and updated; remains the only full-length critical study to cover various phases of Dario Fos theatrical career. It looks at Fos political influences and also the influence on his work of various theatrical motifs; including the great clown traditions which stretch back to the middle ages. The political work of Dario Fo and his wife/collaborator Franca Rame is charted from the 1960s up to the present to give the reader clear insight into this playwright/performers unique literary and theatrical strengths. Each of Fos plays and productions is discussed at length and the author has included an extensive and updated bibliography which includes full production details; quotes and writings about Fo.Always a popular performer in his native Italy; Fo has been one of the worlds most performed dramatists. In the authors words: he is the "peoples court jester".
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Great Book for Old SyracuseansBy Gary PforrMy 90 year old Mom grew up in Syracuse and really enjoyed reliving old memories of her hometown.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Well Done!By Sallie BaileyThe author; Dick Case; is a longstanding columnist for the Syracuse (NY) Post Standard. He often covers events people of past times - with colorful details that are generally unknown. His style is down to earth and he is deeply interested in his subject. A good read.
