Kristin Bundesen, PhDMay 30, 2023Did Elizabethan men recognize women's political power?Ladies-in-waiting's political engagement was in no sense a part of their office, but was how Elizabeth managed the business of her court.
Kristin Bundesen, PhDMay 20, 2023When men play women on stage, what are gender expectations?What exactly were gender expectations in the 16th century? An unmarried woman ruled for 45 years - this was a violation of gender norms.
Kristin Bundesen, PhDFeb 6, 2023Patriarchy runs thick in the Shakespeare industry.Assumptions about gender and education dilute the value of 17c. Shakespeare nerd's tiny notebook & reenforces the patriarchy of the academy.
Kristin Bundesen, PhDDec 7, 2021Elizabeth Treviannon Carey Robert Carey claimed he married his cousin Elizabeth more for her worth than her wealth. The queen was furious.