Romeo and juliet context Flashcards
How did Shakespeare divide his plays?
- his plays were divided from history to comedy to Tragedies
- plays that represent tragedies were like Romeo and juliet
When did shakespeare start writing and producing his plays?
Shakespeare was writing during the Renaissance which was from the 14th- 17th century and Romeo and Juliet was one of his first plays
Why was shakespears plays popular?
During the 16th century, plays were seen to be very popular and they were able to relate to the characters
Who was romeos target audience with romeo and juliet (cross-classed) and how ?
Shakespeare was writing for this that John Lennard called ‘’cross -class’’ which referred to the lower and middle classes The difference between classes were often shown through the character eg: the nurse making sexual jokes to show she’s a lower-class citizen.
Shakespeare also used more literate and refined structures like sonnets for those who were rich or educated which was appreciated.
Where was romeo and juliet was first played
- Romeo and juliet first was performed at the theatre
What was the structure of the theatre during the elizabthen era?
- these theaters were open-air.
- The structure of the theatre was built so the poorer members would sit on the bottom of the theater in front of the raised stage whereas rich people and members of the hierarchy would sit higher up or even on the stage itself to show off their wealth.
- Women were also not allowed to perform so they would use pre-pubescent to perform the female character eg juliet.
Where did Shakespears inspiration perhaps come from
The book that gave Shakespeare inspiration was perhaps Arrther Brook’s ``The Tragic History of Romeus and juliet’’. Brooke was fixated on the notion that Romeo and juliet die at their own fault and that what came to them was their fault
What differs from Shakespeares romeo and juliet with Auther brooks romeus and juliet?
- Brooke was fixated on the notion that Romeo and juliet die at their own fault and that what came to them was their fault ue to their foolishness
- Shakespeare disagreed with the concept so he changed the story to where Romeo and juliet were bound by fate and how their death ended a feud.
What was the italian inspration?
Shakespeare might have taken the inspiration from Italian books ‘’romeo and Giuletta’’ and their opposing families ‘’Montecchi and Cappelletti
What is the genre of Romeo and Juliet and what way was it performed?
While Romeo and juliet is known for its love story, it’s also a tragic story that was performed in a way of entertainment.
Who was Aristotle?
Aristotle outlined the key elements to tragedy(It is important to note that it was unlikely that Shakespeare read Aristotle’s work because he disagreed with his ideas, people believed he had a general sense of his ideas)
What is Aristotl’s idea of catharsis
Catharsis- a tricky term which can generally be understood as a purging sense of pity and fear among the audience through the action of the play eg: As Juliet is about to kill herself she declares`` o happy dagger’’ which invokes a great sense of catharsis to the audience.
What is Aristotl’s idea of Hamartia?
Hamartia- A tragic and fatal mistake a character makes which leads to a disaster. this can be shown as Romeo is ``too rash ‘’ and falls in love quickly which leads to fatal calamity. death.
what were the 7 deadly sins with paragraph
- Romeo (Lust and Wrath): Romeo’s impulsive and intense love for Juliet could be associated with lust. Additionally, his quick and emotional reactions, particularly in avenging Mercutio’s death by killing Tybalt, reflect elements of wrath.
- Juliet (Lust): Juliet’s passionate and rapid love for Romeo, leading to their secret marriage, aligns with the theme of lust.
- Tybalt (Wrath and Envy): Tybalt’s aggressive and vengeful nature, particularly in his conflicts with Romeo and Mercutio, is indicative of wrath. Additionally, his disdain for Romeo and his family may be linked to envy.
- Mercutio (Wrath/against lust): Mercutio’s confrontational and hot-tempered personality contributes to the overall atmosphere of wrath in the play. + Constantly warning romeo to avoid being lustful and how it will lead him into bad places.
- Lady Caplet/caplulet (greed) Care about social status and insists that Juliet is married to a person of high status which invokes the element of greed.
how was suicide seen in christianity?
Suicide: The suicides of Romeo and Juliet may be considered as morally problematic from a Catholic standpoint. Catholic doctrine traditionally views suicide as a grave sin, as it involves taking one’s own life.
