Tragic Knowledge, Comedic Idiocy

Part I of Essay
Ignorance is bliss. Shakespeare gives the idea that it is better to know nothing and be happy-go-lucky instead of knowing everything and dreading the future. The playwright knew that the majority of the audience were members of the lower classes. Therefore, Shakespeare ena ....

Part II of Essay
.... allowed the playwright to convey a message to the peasantry in the audience on how to act. Shakespeare utilized this power and showed the lower classes what would result due to their actions. The commoners in A Midsummer Night's Dream are horrible actors that don't have a clue. The only commoner that shows any sense is Quince, who directs the whole bunch (which is probably Shakespeare blowing his own horn, as all directors believe they are intelligent). Bottom is a prima donna who hams everything up without realizing. Flute worships the gro ....