# Porter — Henry VIII character guide

> Porter in Henry VIII by William Shakespeare.

**Role:** minor

**Also known as:** Enter Porter, Porter

**First appearance:** 0022-act-v-scene-iv

## Who they are

The gatekeeper who struggles to control the crowd at the coronation.

## In the story

### [Scene IV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/henry_viii_se/chapters/act-v-scene-iv)

Frustrated and overwhelmed, he tries to control the crowd with threats and cudgels, showing the chaotic atmosphere of the christening.

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