A convention of Elizabethan theatre that both Matheson and Dwyer utilized was slightly elevated but natural movement and mastery over their physical form. Heightened movement was evident when they were fooling around and lying atop each other on the couch in a tangle of limbs. This interaction illustrates the close dynamic of their friendship. They are comfortable enough with each other that they can be in close physical proximity. It also shows the instinctual human desire to have intimacy and contact in a purely platonic sense.
This interaction could be potentially misconstrued as romantic behaviour however there is little …show more content…
Tama Matheson and Patrick Dwyer create a realistic and believable mood, utilise movement and symbolism to create a realistic and believable relationship between the characters of Don Pedro and Claudio. The brotherly love shared between these two friends is a vital and integral part to the play as it provides insight into the importance of friendship as humans are social creatures that need love and companionship above all else. Despite the romance filled plot, it is the intimate platonic love found in friendship which realises the instinctual desire for connection, love and