Acting
Edoardo Leo's exasperated everyman perfection
Costume
Burlesque outfits that outshine the town
Writing
Sharp Roman humor vs. provincial stiffness
Director
Manuela Tempesta
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Director Manuela Tempesta cut her teeth on Italian TV sketch comedy, which explains the ensemble's razor-sharp timing.
Real Roman burlesque performers trained the cast for six weeks; Laura Chiatti reportedly kept her feather fans.