The Comedy of Errors · Character

Dromio of Ephesus

The Ephesian merchant's much-beaten servant, whose name and office get stolen by a stranger while he stands outside his own master's door.

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Also known as Dromio, Dromio of Ephesus Ay, Dromio of Ephesus Quoth, Dromio of Ephesus Master, Dromio of Ephesus Methinks, Dromio of Ephesus Sir, Dromio of Ephesus Nay, Dromio of Ephesus Certes, Dromio of Ephesus God

First appearance: Scene II

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With Antipholus of Ephesus (professional): Antipholus of Ephesus is the master of Dromio of Ephesus, who serves as his loyal but often beaten slave and messenger. With Adriana (professional): Adriana commands Dromio of Ephesus as a servant, often sending him on errands and scolding him. With Sister (professional): Sister and Dromio of Ephesus are fellow servants in the same household, interacting in domestic duties.

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Character groups

Ephesus authority figures
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Narrative arc

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Setup
Escalation
Breaking point
Closing

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Relationships

Antipholus of Ephesus
professional · ambivalent
Adriana
professional · negative
Sister
professional · positive
Luciana
professional · ambivalent
Angelo
professional · ambivalent
Pinch
professional · negative
Adam
professional · ambivalent
Antipholus of Ephesus
professional · ambivalent

Antipholus of Ephesus
Antipholus of Ephesus is the master of Dromio of Ephesus, who serves as his loyal but often beaten slave and messenger.
Adriana
Adriana commands Dromio of Ephesus as a servant, often sending him on errands and scolding him.
Sister
Sister and Dromio of Ephesus are fellow servants in the same household, interacting in domestic duties.
Luciana
Dromio of Ephesus serves Luciana as a messenger and servant, often caught in the confusion between the twins.
Angelo
Angelo is a goldsmith who interacts with Dromio of Ephesus regarding a chain and payment, leading to misunderstandings.
Pinch
Pinch interacts with Dromio of Ephesus during the attempted exorcism of his master.
Adam
Adam is a fellow servant or officer who interacts with Dromio of Ephesus in the chaotic street scenes.
Antipholus of Ephesus
Antipholus of Ephesus is the master of Dromio of Ephesus, who serves as his loyal but often beaten slave and messenger.

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Dromio of Ephesus appears across 4 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.

Scene II
Mistakes Antipholus of Syracuse for his master, scolds him for being late to dinner, and is beaten before fleeing.
Scene I
Returns beaten and reports that Antipholus of Ephesus denied knowing his wife and house, claiming madness.
Scene I
Engages in a witty exchange with his twin brother through the door, insisting he was beaten at the mart.
Scene IV
Brings a rope instead of money, is beaten by his master, and confirms the events of being locked out.

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