Doctor Lombardi Flashcards
What is the rank of Dottore (Doctor Lombardi)?
High status, the head of a household; one of ‘i Vecchi’
What archetype does Dottore represent?
The Pedant or the Charlatan
What animal is Dottore associated with?
A pig - an overweight pig with tiny trotter feet
Describe Dottore’s mask.
A quarter mask covering the nose and forehead, leaving the mouth and cheeks free to talk
How is Dottore’s intelligence characterized?
Pompous, arrogant, loves to talk - hard to stop; supposedly the most intelligent but full of hot air
What is the origin of Dottore?
Originates from Bologna, based on educated individuals who attended the university of Bologna
What degree did Dottore achieve?
A doctorate in law or medicine
What type of character is Dottore?
A quack doctor who convinces others he is an expert in everything but actually knows nothing
Describe Dottore’s physical appearance.
A rotund old gentleman with a physique reminiscent of an overweight pig
What is the distinctive feature of Dottore’s walk?
Heels together and turned out, taking only small steps, appearing barely in control of his balance
What type of speeches does Dottore often give?
Long, rambling speeches that may venture into other languages, often nonsensical
What is sproloquio?
Long, rambling speeches that may venture into other languages, usually nonsense
How does Dottore’s body language contribute to his character?
Hands rest on his belly, gesticulating while he lectures, creating a comedic effect
What is the comic dramatic irony associated with Dottore?
The audience knows he is very stupid, but the other characters believe in his expertise
How does Dottore move around the stage?
He rolls rather than walks, moving fast in tiny steps and marking out a figure of 8 pattern
