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Pulcinella Museum

A unique collection illustrates the history of the masked commedia dell'arte character.

Acerra, Italy

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The Pulcinella installation unfolds along a route illustrating the multiple origins of the mask and brings together original documents relating to Pulcinella’s popular, literary, and theatrical traditions. It features costumes, masks, and photographs of the actors who have portrayed Pulcinella. The exhibition also contains rare objects and examples of ancient and modern Campanian craftsmanship and a Pulcinella nativity scene, along with a traditional “guarattelle” puppet theatre.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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1 Piazza Castello
Acerra, 80011
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40.945313, 14.371975
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