In Oklahoma!, what exactly is the custom the men do to Laurey and Curly?

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In Oklahoma!, what exactly is the custom the men do to Laurey and Curly?

What's it called, why do they do it, and why are Ado Annie and the other women so set against it?

2007-09-09 17:51:28 · 3 answers · asked by CrazyChick 7 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Theater & Acting

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Chivaree ... they stand outside the house on the honeymoon night and bang pots and make noise and lewd remarks. The women think it is rude because honeymoon nights should be romantic. Pax- C

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2007-09-09 17:57:25 · answer #1 · answered by Persiphone_Hellecat 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Shivaree. From the French Charivari.

2007-09-12 00:48:57 · answer #2 · answered by d_cider1 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋

It is called a shivaree and is a custom of keeping a bride and groom up all night of their wedding. Mean, ain't it?

2007-09-10 00:57:17 · answer #3 · answered by Theatre Doc 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋