PARSON'S NOSE Definition & Meaning

parson's nose

noun

Facetious.

pope's nose.

parson's nose

noun

the fatty extreme end portion of the tail of a fowl when cooked Also calledpope's nose

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51�Թ� History and Origins

Origin of parson's nose¹

First recorded in 1830–40

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The Merchant of Venice Parson’s Nose stages a condensed version of Shakespeare’s tale about a Venetian businessman who borrows a substantial sum from a Jewish moneylender.

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Parson’s Nose has been performing the comedies of Shakespeare, Moliere and other classic playwrights for contemporary audiences since 2000.

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According to Lance Davis, cofounder with wife Mary Chalon of Pasadena’s 49-seat Parson’s Nose Theatre, “It’s the classic foundation for every madcap farce from ‘Bringing Up Baby’ to ’Seinfeld.’

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Our Town Parson’s Nose presents a radio-style reading of Thornton Wilder’s classic Pulitzer Prize-winning drama as a part of the year-long “My Pasadena” celebration.

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The Wind in the Willows Parson's Nose Theater offers a reader's theater presentation of Kenneth Grahame's family-friendly fable; for ages 12 and up.

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