In honor of International Commedia dell’ Arte Day, i Firenzi Commedia and Scrap Paper Shakespeare are hosting a…
JAM SE
SSION!
February 28, 2026 from 11:00am – 8:00pm at Theatre Raleigh! 6638 Old Wake Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC
Sign up for a performance slot to bring your own favorite scene, monologue, or performance piece of any kind – no memorization necessary. Any piece you like! Solo or groups can perform anything up to 15 minutes. Stay after your performance for a 30-minute networking session which could include feedback if you like. Sign up HERE.
Come early for the official i Firenzi performance as part of International Commedia dell’ Arte Day* “Everyone Wants to Get Lucky!”
Come even earlier for an Advanced Adult Improv class by Romni Rossi!
Price of admission is pay-what-you-can. Donations around the cost of a fancy coffee are suggested.
Schedule:
11:00am – 1:00pm – Improv Class by Romni Rossi
1:00 – 2:00pm – Networking / Meet and Greet
2:00 – 2:45pm – Commedia play “Everyone Wants to Get Lucky!”
2:45 – 3:15 – Introduction to Commedia class – student can try on real Italian Commedia masks and try out characters!
3:15 – 4:00 – Performance Block #1 – Scrap Paper Shakespeare presents a preview of Wind in the Willows
4:00 – 4:15 – Networking / Meet and Greet
4:15 – 5:30 – Performing Block #2 – All comers
5:30 – 6:00 – Networking / Meet and Greet and WRAP UP!
Our intention is to offer Shakespeare and Commedia performers a chance to do what they love, with an appreciative audience, and meet like-minded early theater fans. No pressure of auditioning or memorizing! Just perform your favorite piece and meet new friends.
*International Commedia dell’ Arte Day is an international holiday, celebrated annually on February 25th, supported by UNESCO, and created by the “SAT” (cultural arts department of the Italian government) as a celebration of the cultural significance of Italian Commedia dell’ Arte! Read more about this holiday at https://www.commediadellarteday.org/about.asp?lin=eng . See the i Firenzi official listing on the website at this link: Commedia Performance by i Firenzi Commedia !
For any questions, please contact the i Firenzi Director, Lara Coutinho-Dean via orangesophie AT gmail.
WANT TO LEARN MORE? How about a cheap class?? You’re in luck!!
Commedia fans can also sign up for a Commedia class at the Cary Arts Center on February 25th! Click HERE.
