Don John secretly leaves Messina
Leonato refers to the action of accusing Hero of infidelity and dishonor during the wedding ceremony in Shakespeare's "Much Ado About Nothing." This accusation stems from a plot devised by Don John to ruin Hero's reputation. Leonato's reaction highlights the themes of honor and shame, as he grapples with the implications of this public humiliation for his daughter. Ultimately, this moment catalyzes the conflict and drama of the play.
Don Pedro
Leonato.
In this line, Leonato is addressing Benedick's past behavior and suggesting that he has matured since childhood. By saying "no for then you were a child," Leonato implies that Benedick's previous views or actions were those of immaturity and naivety. This reflects the theme of growth and change in the characters, as well as the complexities of relationships and love in the play. Leonato is likely emphasizing that Benedick has evolved from his youthful self into someone capable of deeper emotions and responsibilities.
If Leonato had understood Dogberry and Verges
Don John secretly leaves Messina
Don Pedro and Claudio both publicly accused Hero, who is Leonato's daughter and Antonio's niece, of being loose and sleeping around. They did this in the meanest and cruellest way imaginable, right in the middle of her wedding to Claudio, after which Claudio refused to go through with the wedding.
Leonato needed time to prove that Hero was indeed innocent, and probably also wanted to make sure Claudio felt sorry for slandering her. This was to make sure that his to be son-in-law was worthy to have his daughter.
that she might have a different father
They make you feel upset, but mistakes are mistakes.
We make mistakes when we are in a hurry.
To do anything Leonato asks.
You make mistakes because you are human, not the other way around.
Hero is Leonato's daughter. Leonato is played by Richard Briers.
Everyone makes mistakes. Making mistakes is simply a part of being human.
Don Pedro