Targaglia 1 Commedia dell'Arte Theatre Mask Front View

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Tartaglia Commedia dell’Arte Mask - Napolitano

£75.00

TARTAGLIA - CHARACTER TRAITS

Servant character with distinctive stuttering speech pattern.
Intelligent and quick-minded despite communication difficulties.
Frustrated by his inability to express himself clearly.
Often misunderstood, leading to comic confusion and mishaps.
Resourceful problem-solver when given time to communicate.

PRODUCT FEATURES

Durable and lightweight Tartaglia Commedia dell’Arte mask.
Made from high-impact plastic for long-lasting use.
Hand-painted to a professional performance standard finish.
Includes black elastic strap and foam pads for comfortable fit.
Suitable for both professional and student use.
Made to order in the UK. Ships in 20 working days.

ABOUT OUR COMMEDIA MASKS

Rooted in the vibrant tradition of Italian street theatre, our Commedia dell'Arte masks are made from high-impact plastic, making them durable, lightweight, and comfortable to wear. Each mask represents a classic stock character and is designed to provoke the exaggerated physicality and emotional expression that brings Commedia characters to life.

These masks are ideal for performance and invaluable tools for workshops and actor training.

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THE TARTAGLIA CHARACTER IN COMMEDIA DELL’ARTE

Tartaglia is a civil servant of sorts—often a judge, clerk, notary, or low-level bureaucrat—whose defining feature is his stutter, which fluctuates with emotion. He works hard to appear serious, intelligent, and orderly, yet his speech betrays him, creating moments of comedic tension, frustration, or unexpected brilliance. Beneath his awkwardness lies sensitivity, pride, and occasionally surprising wisdom. Tartaglia stands at the edge between official authority and personal insecurity, making him a uniquely sympathetic comic figure.

TARTAGLIA’S RELATIONSHIPS AND MOTIVATIONS

Tartaglia commonly interacts with Il Dottore and Pantalone, often attempting to assert his competence among men who overlook or belittle him. He may serve as a witness in legal disputes, an overworked functionary, or a bureaucrat trying desperately to keep order amidst chaos. Tartaglia is sometimes a romantic figure as well: earnest, shy, and easily flustered when confronted with affection. His motivations are simple—respect, stability, and dignity—but the world of Commedia rarely grants him these luxuries without struggle.

TARTAGLIA IN PERFORMANCE: VOICE AND PHYSICALITY

In performance, Tartaglia’s body is held stiffly and properly, as though he is always trying to maintain composure. His gestures may begin smoothly but suddenly break or jerk when the stutter interrupts him. The voice is central: phrases flow, halt, repeat, and resolve in rhythmic patterns that build anticipation and laughter. Emotional shifts—embarrassment, pride, confusion, or determination—can be visible in his posture as he gathers himself before speaking again. Tartaglia’s strength lies in his ability to make hesitation expressive, shaping silence and interruption into comedic poetry.