Shakespeare Today: Romeo and Juliet - Theme of Fate vs Free Will

The video explores the theme of fate versus free will in Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet. It discusses how fate is depicted through motifs like stars and how characters like Romeo and Juliet struggle against it. The prologue foreshadows the tragic ending, and the play's events highlight the tension between destiny and personal choice. Despite their efforts to defy fate, Romeo and Juliet's actions lead to their demise, ultimately bringing peace to their feuding families.

What is the significance of the motif of stars in the play?

How does the theme of fate versus free will manifest in the actions of Mercutio and Tybalt?

What does the metaphor of 'fortune's fool' signify in Romeo's character?

How do the deaths of Romeo and Juliet lead to reconciliation between their families?