AboutRandy Sus Expertise I`m a retired high school English teacher from central Wisconsin. I taught Shakespeare for years and am very familiar with his writing style, his themes, his sonnets, and most of his plays. I taught Julius Caesar, King Lear, Richard the Third, and A Midsummer Night`s Dream for years. I`ve memorized many of the lines from these plays and I know many sonnets by heart. I`d be glad to respond to questions regarding Shakespeare`s life, works, and times if anyone desired such information.
Experience I have a master's degree in education and I take most pride in having ENJOYED teaching for over 30 years. Not everyone can honestly say that.
I coached undefeated high school soccer teams for fun too. I like public relations work and have served on P.R. committees for most of my professional life. I continue to do so in retirement.
Question What would be an authentic costume for The Nurse and Friar Lawrence?
I have learned that Elizabethan clothing was used and that costumes followed
status of the character. I found that Franciscan priests were called Grey Friars,
wearing gray. But, I am a new student (14) and am not certain. Thank you!
Answer Hi, Amanda,
Thanks for calling upon "Allexperts" for assistance in deciding how to costume the nurse and Friar Lawrence for a production of Romeo and Juliet.
First, I must admit that I am NOT an expert on costuming of ANY period. I claim that, as a male, I may be excused for not paying sufficient attention to details such as appropriate clothing for an occasion.
It is apparent to me that you have done extensive research already as you want your costuming to be authentic, so I advise you to use your own judgment as to what would be appropriate, based upon your findings.
Flowing robes of white for the nurse and grey for the friar with long necklaces for rosaries and crosses for him and a folded white hat for the nurse might just work. Both could walk with simple white or brown leather slippers.
I'm sorry that I cannot offer better advice, but my expertise in this area is quite limited.
Best wishes as you pursue accuracy in your costuming. I applaud your efforts.
