Music Theater and Society in the Comedies of Luiz Carlos Martins Penna (1833-1846)

Music, Theater, and Society in the Comedies of Luiz Carlos Martins Penna (1833-1846): Amidst the Lundu, The Aria, and the Alleluia

by Robert Burns

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Luiz Carlos Martins Penna (1833-1846) was a Brazilian playwright and poet who is considered one of the most important figures in the history of Brazilian theater. Penna's comedies offer a unique window into the social and cultural life of Rio de Janeiro during a period of rapid change. Through his comedies, Penna satirizes the foibles of Brazilian society, while also celebrating the power of music to bring people together.

This book examines the role of music theater in Penna's comedies. It argues that music theater was an essential part of Penna's dramaturgy, and that it played a key role in his social and political commentary. The book also explores the ways in which Penna's comedies reflected the changing musical landscape of Brazil in the 19th century.

Chapter 1: The Social and Cultural Context of Penna's Comedies

This chapter provides a brief overview of the social and cultural context of Penna's comedies. It discusses the rapid growth of Rio de Janeiro in the 19th century, the emergence of a new middle class, and the changing role of women in Brazilian society. The chapter also explores the development of Brazilian music theater in the 19th century, and the ways in which it reflected the social and cultural changes of the time.

Chapter 2: Music Theater in Penna's Comedies

This chapter examines the role of music theater in Penna's comedies. It discusses the different types of music that Penna used in his plays, and the ways in which he integrated music into his dramatic structure. The chapter also explores the ways in which Penna's use of music theater reflected his social and political commentary.

Chapter 3: The Changing Musical Landscape of Brazil in the 19th Century

This chapter explores the changing musical landscape of Brazil in the 19th century. It discusses the of new musical genres from Europe, the emergence of Brazilian popular music, and the development of a national musical identity. The chapter also explores the ways in which these musical changes were reflected in Penna's comedies.

This book provides a new perspective on the work of Luiz Carlos Martins Penna. It argues that music theater was an essential part of Penna's dramaturgy, and that it played a key role in his social and political commentary. The book also explores the ways in which Penna's comedies reflected the changing musical landscape of Brazil in the 19th century.

Bibliography

1. Amaral, Euclides da Cunha. "Luiz Carlos Martins Penna: A Vida e a Obra." Rio de Janeiro: Livraria José Olympio, 1937. 2. Barbosa, João. "O Teatro de Luiz Carlos Martins Penna." Rio de Janeiro: Livraria São José, 1960. 3. Correa, Francisco de Assis. "A Música no Teatro de Luiz Carlos Martins Penna." Rio de Janeiro: Livraria Editora Cátedra, 1983. 4. Gouveia, Melo. "Luiz Carlos Martins Penna: A Obra Dramatúrgica." Rio de Janeiro: Livraria Editora Cátedra, 1987. 5. Penna, Luiz Carlos Martins. "Comédias." Rio de Janeiro: Livraria José Olympio, 1967.

Music, Theater, and Society in the Comedies of Luiz Carlos Martins Penna (1833-1846): Amidst the Lundu, The Aria, and the Alleluia

by Robert Burns

4.8 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	4529 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Print length	:	345 pages

FREE