The famous character of Fantozzi returns to the stage. “Fantozzi. A tragedy”, directed by Davide Livermore, brings the tragicomic universe created by Paolo Villaggio back to the stage, with Gianni Fantoni in the role of the popular accountant.
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The Iconic Elements of Fantozzi
The production, which will focus on the first three books dedicated to Fantozzi, aims to recall episodes that have now entered popular culture. Among these, the memorable tennis match in the fog and the camping sequence. Livermore's direction aims to highlight the parallel between the world of Fantozzi and the dynamics of the Commedia dell'Arte, maintaining the echo of classic tragedies and inevitable destinies.
A Cast of Familiar Faces
Gianni Fantoni is supported by a cast that reconstructs the unforgettable characters of the saga: his wife Pina, his daughter Mariangela, and colleagues such as Filini and Calboni. The representation aims to capture the human masks that oscillate between different feelings, embodying the grotesque universe of Fantozzi.
Production and Prime
The show, produced by Teatro Nazionale di Genova together with several other theatres, will be on stage for the first time in Genoa from 30 January to 11 February 2024, after a rehearsal phase in Rho at the Teatro Civico Roberto de Silva. The production also represents the realization of a project that Gianni Fantoni has long dreamed of, culminating in the book “Operazione Fantozzi”.
Article published on 3 January 2025 - 11:37
I read the article and it seems very interesting but I don't know if it will live up to expectations. Fantozzi is an iconic character, but I hope the cast is up to par. Paolo Villaggio's story is timeless, but we'll have to see how he will interpret it.