Twelfth Night - Power - AO5

What does Goldberg argue about characters of transgression in the play?

"characters of transgression are comedically incorporated to expose unjust power structures"

What is Feste's role in the play?

Intelligent character challenging class-based status.

Is Malvolio a character of transgression?

Yes - but he is a transgressional character lacking comedic elements.and does not serve to showcase unjust power structures

How does Malvolio contrast the idea that people should stay in their social positions?

The play seems to keep justifying keeping people like Malvolio out of positions of power because they would want to abuse it.

What is Maria's role in the play?

Exploits power dynamics to elevate her status -> intelligence + sexual attractiveness to ST allows her to elevate her status through marrying him

Does Maria seek to subvert or destroy power structures?

Maria seeks to join, not dismantle, the hierarchy.

How is Viola a transgressional character?

Comedic transgression through identity concealment.

How does Orsino exploit power over Viola in some productions?

The unjust power structure of Orsino's exploitation of her when he kisses her in certain productions.