Filipe Crawford
Zanete, played by Anne-Louise Konczac, in Arlequim Servidor de Dois Amos, directed by Filipe Crawford

Zanete

Zannete is the female version of Zanni. She is the maid, but, contrary to what happens with the Zanni who are divided into two types (the 1st and the 2nd), the Zannete refers to a single fixed type. He is undoubtedly the smartest character in the Commedia dell'Arte and also the most courted. She is usually a confidant of one of the Apaixonadas and uses her wit and charm to resolve conflicts and help her mistress. Columbina is one of the most famous Zannetes, but there are others like Francischina, Ricciolina or Zerbelina. She is a positive character, in a good mood and, in general, beautiful and coveted by everyone. Zannete does not wear a mask, acting with her face uncovered.