AO3 Context Flashcards
1
Q
What is the genre of the play
A
Revenge tragedy
2
Q
True story
A
Based on an Italian novella which is based on true historical events. Real Dutches married Antonio … in secret, has three kids, killed by brothers (one of which was a cardinal) in 1510
3
Q
First performed
A
1614 by the kings men
4
Q
Why set in Italy
A
Italy became a potent theatrical metaphor. It allowed playwrights to obliquely criticise the favouritism and vice of James I court, without arousing suspicion
