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Italian rehearsal

Posted by Scott on May 12, 2009 at 22:04

Does anyone know the origin of the phrase "Italian rehearsal"? As I understand it, the phrase refers to a rehearsal technique in which actors run through their lines as fast as possible without "acting". I've seen it referred to as a "speed through" as well.

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