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People often enjoy "Twelfth Night" for its intricate plot filled with mistaken identities and romantic entanglements, which create a sense of humor and excitement. The play's themes of love, gender, and transformation resonate with audiences, allowing for both comedic and poignant moments. Additionally, Shakespeare's rich language and clever wordplay engage readers and viewers, making the experience both entertaining and thought-provoking. Overall, its blend of comedy, romance, and insightful commentary on human relationships appeals to a wide range of audiences.

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When was shakespeares play twelfth night written?

Some (like the Signet Classic Series) suggest that Shakespeare wrote the play Twelfth Night in 1599-1600. It is believed by others (like the Riverside Shakespeare) that Shakespeare wrote the play Twelfth Night (or What You Will) from 1601-1602.


What is a character trait of Olivia from Twelfth Night?

She is somewhat impetuous, as her gift of a ring to Cesario shows. She is compassionate and forgiving toward Feste and Malvolio ("Poor fool, how they have baffled thee."), but quite firm in her decision about Orsino's suit.


What were some of shakespeares plays between 1558 and 1603?

Hamlet, Henry V, Julius Caesar, and Measure for Measure are all in this period. Twelfth Night is as well. It was the era of the great tragedies, like Hamlet and Othello, of the last of the golden comedies, like Twelfth Night and As You Like It, and the beginning of the darker comedies like Troilus and Cressida and Measure for Measure.


When is the twelfth night of 2012?

We begin counting with December 25th as day one, the "first day of Christmas." Counting to the "twelfth day of Christmas" brings us to January 5th, the end of the Christmas season. January 6th is the Feast of Epiphany. Some say this is twelfth night, but would actually be the 13th.


Which Shakespeare play is subtitled 'Or What You Will'?

There are two main theories about why Twelfth Night was called Twelfth Night. One theory suggests that the first performance was on January 5th (the Twefth Day of Christmas). There is some evidence for this, but not enough to be conclusive. The other theory suggests that the title is because the Twelfth Day of Christmas was the Feast of Fools, when the Servants became the Masters, the women were allowed to behave like men, and the children could boss the parents around (but just for one day). 'What you will' is just the Elizabethan way of saying 'Wutteva'. So the title of the play seems to be 'Today, or whatever you want to call it.', or even 'This play has no title.' The play has no main theme, it is one of Shakespeare's most chaotic stories. It's fun though.

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When was shakespeares play twelfth night written?

Some (like the Signet Classic Series) suggest that Shakespeare wrote the play Twelfth Night in 1599-1600. It is believed by others (like the Riverside Shakespeare) that Shakespeare wrote the play Twelfth Night (or What You Will) from 1601-1602.


What is a character trait of Olivia from Twelfth Night?

She is somewhat impetuous, as her gift of a ring to Cesario shows. She is compassionate and forgiving toward Feste and Malvolio ("Poor fool, how they have baffled thee."), but quite firm in her decision about Orsino's suit.


What are some books with the word twelfth in the title?

There are several books that include the word "twelfth" in the title. Some examples include "Twelfth Night" written by William Shakespeare, "Twelfth Planet" written by Zecharia Sitchin, and "The Twelfth Enchantment" written by David Liss.


What were some of shakespeares plays between 1558 and 1603?

Hamlet, Henry V, Julius Caesar, and Measure for Measure are all in this period. Twelfth Night is as well. It was the era of the great tragedies, like Hamlet and Othello, of the last of the golden comedies, like Twelfth Night and As You Like It, and the beginning of the darker comedies like Troilus and Cressida and Measure for Measure.


How did Twelfth Night get its name?

The author. We have every reason to believe that Shakespeare gave it that name. It has another name, "What You Will". Some people had speculated that this was the original name of the play, but that someone else premiered a play called "What You Will" at the same time, and in order to distinguish them, Shakespeare called this one Twelfth Night, possibly because it was being premiered at Christmas time.


What are some modern works based on Shakespeare's works?

She's the Man=Twelfth Night


Does the assumed heterosexuality of characters in Shakesperes Twelfth Night affect it critical assessment?

Depends on who you are, I suppose. Some people think better of works of literature if they have homosexuals in them.


What was Shakespeare famous play and why?

some of Shakespeare's most famous play are A Midsummer night's dream, Romeo and Juliet and twelfth night .


When is the twelfth night of 2012?

We begin counting with December 25th as day one, the "first day of Christmas." Counting to the "twelfth day of Christmas" brings us to January 5th, the end of the Christmas season. January 6th is the Feast of Epiphany. Some say this is twelfth night, but would actually be the 13th.


Is the twelfth night a comedy?

Absolutely! Twelfth Night is the classic case of mistaken identity. It's absolutely hilarious in places, although it's true that some of Shakespeare's other works are better known for their humor. Also, Twelfth Night is one of the few Shakespeare plays in which no one dies. If you aren't familiar with Shakespeare's works, you should know that this is kind of a big deal.


What were some of Shakespeares commedies?

There is one called Twelfth Night that I am aware of, but in the beginning its sad. I think its sad/comedy.


What do people do on these nights?

Some people like to go out and have fun with friends at night, some people enjoy staying home ad spending time with family, other people study, some people work the night shift, but most people sleep at night.