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Francis Flute

Bellows-mender who plays Thisbe in the mechanicals' play.

minor

Also known as Flute, Quince Francis Flute

First appearance: Scene II

Francis Flute shows up with force in Scene II. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Assigned the role of Thisby, though reluctant because he has a beard coming.
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In Scene II: Assigned the role of Thisby, though reluctant because he has a beard coming. Later, in Scene I: Plays Thisbe in the rehearsal…

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Character groups

  • Mechanicals (Rude Mechanicals)
  • Lovers and Rulers
  • Protagonist

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