The Bard's Galliard

My senior thesis at Princeton University had several parts, most of which are included here. I have tried to follow the organization of the original project although a few alterations have been made for more logical online viewing.

The Bard's Galliard

  • Research Thesis - history of Renaissance dance, steps and terminology, the court masque, dance in particular Shakespeare plays
  • Bibliography - annotated, primary and secondary works consulted for paper and play
  • Top 10 Resources - as originally published (see Resource Guide for updated recommendations)
  • Play Script - Introduction to Renaissance Court Dance and seven Shakespeare scenes; with musical scores and dance tabulations
  • In Performance - pictures from rehearsals and performances, production and program notes