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Lady Capulet In Shakespeare's Romeo And Juliet

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Within William Shakespeare’s breathtaking production Romeo and Juliet some character’s foil the traits of another, bringing out their specialties while also bringing contrast to this quality performance. Juliet’s mother, Lady Capulet, has the most predominant foil in the story, Nurse. Juliet’s servant, referred to as Nurse, has a quick tongue and tends to say whatever she wishes. The Nurse often has short meaningless speeches, however her role plays a key part in the characterization of Lady Capulet. The Nurse’s talkative and unintelligent nature contrasts that of Lady Capulet's intellectual and serious personality, enforcing that Lady Capulet’s has a high social status. The Nurse’s sub role as Lady Capulet's foil adds comical relief to the

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