A Midsummer Night's Dream · Character
Philostrate
Master of revels to Theseus, arranges the wedding entertainment.
minor
Also known as Exit Philostrate
First appearance: act i
Philostrate shows up with force in Scene I. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Briefly appears, sent by Theseus to stir up merriment for the wedding.
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In Scene I: Briefly appears, sent by Theseus to stir up merriment for the wedding. Later, in Act V, Scene I: Master of revels; presents…
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- Other
Character groups
- Attendants and Entertainers
- Lovers and Rulers
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
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