In last class the comment arose of how people in pastoral scenes should never be trusted. Why was Shakespeare clearly making these the most kind and judicial group of people? Belarius was sent off wrongly, and yes he did kidnap the children wrongly (obviously) and had bad intentions for them. But, when you feel that they will follow through and commit an injustice, they act in a good manner and are rewarded for it. Does the fact that Belarius is forgiven show him using the children once again for his benefit, or does it show him as a kind, just person who is incapable of doing bad? Does the fact that the kids were of royal decent make a difference here?
Two more short questions: why the bells and whistles and songs? The play (and I liked this one) seemed like a giant alarm clock.
And finally, why the grand decent of Jupiter? I seriously laughed out loud when this scene came up--would the 17th century crowd have done the same?
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