In this episode, hosts Madison Mattfield-Mayberry and Katelyn Spurgin consider House of Desires through the lens of post-colonialism. They ground their investigation in Sor Juana's own biography, most notably through a close-reading of her relationship with the Viceroy and Vicereine and the occasion of the birth of their son. They use text from the play to draw connections between this event and the play's musical pageantry. <hr> See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

House of Desires: Translating Desire

Have you ever wondered what might be hiding between the lines of a play? This season, Writ in the Margins will be investigating dramaturgical mysteries from four early modern plays, The Witch of Edmonton, FuenteOvejuna, Convent of Pleasure, and House of Desires. Together, using various modern theories as our lenses, we will explore these old texts and share the insights we find within-- all while drawing attention to the international canon of early modern theatre. From translations to interviews, with live music and script readings, join us to discover exactly what we have Writ in the Margins.This podcast was created by the graduate students enrolled in REN670: Dramaturgy in the Shakespeare and Performance program at Mary Baldwin University. Writ in the Margins is produced in collaboration with course convener Prof. Molly Seremet.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.