9th Annual Fool for All

Tales of Pith and Pesto

Performed at Gallaudet University’s Eastman Studio Theatre

February 25th, 2018

This annual tradition began in 2010, with the hit Tales of Love and Sausages, followed by Tales of Courage and Poultry, Tales of Marriage and Mozzarella – a production known for including a real live wedding – Tales of Honor and Anchovies, Tales of Heroes and Gyros, Tales of Nookie and Gnocchi, Tales of War and Pizza, and last year’s Tales of Chaos and Cannolli! Critics have called the “Fool for All”, “witty and intelligent,” praised its “awesome feats of physical comedy,” and declared it “thoroughly enjoyable and light-hearted.”

This year, one of DC's favorite events, Faction of Fools 9th Annual "Fool For All" is happening on International Commedia dell'Arte Day! Come join in the celebration at DC's official entry in the festivities, complete with free workshops, raffle prizes, and Tales of Pith and Pesto - a performance of brand-new devised material!

12:00-1:00
Kid Commedia!
Bring the kids for a Commedia primer! Learn about stock characters, how our plays are made,
and have firsthand faction fun!

1:15 - 2:15
Kid Mask-making
Ever wondered how the masks get made? Join us for a special look
behind the masks of Commedia, where students
get to create masks of their very own!
Led by Mask Designer Tara Cariaso

2:30 - 3:30
Commedia 101
Always wanted to come play? Here's your chance!
In this sampler workshop, you'll get to play on your feet,
learning about Commedia's traditions and favorite jokes!
Note: This is a movement workshop - so come ready to jump around!
Led by Artistic Director Paul Reisman

3:45 - 4:45
Slapstick!
Come get physical - with an hour of fun fracas,
boisterous battle and comic combat!
Led by Company member John Bellomo

5:00 - 6:00
Commedia 201
This workshop will focus on partner and group work,
taking the basics of Commedia and building from there!
Note: This is a movement workshop - so come ready to jump around!
Led by Artistic Director Paul Reisman

7:00
Tales of Pith and Pesto!
Join us for a brief performance of new pieces
devised by some of our Associate Artists and Fool For All alums.

After the performance, stick around for a reception
with wine, dessert and the announcement
of Faction's 2018-19 Season!