This session is an introduction to the female servant of Commedia dell'Arte: la Servetta (the Maid). There are various names associated with this character. The most famous is Colombina.
The first appearance of women on stage: female characters in Commedia dell'Arte
Servetta's the status/social class
Servetta's posture: low center of gravity
Character's qualities: earthy, rooted, agile
Servetta's animalistic qualities
Driving force of the mask
Jumps and bows
Servetta's walks: step, kick, 'a stantuffo' and fast walk