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Mr. Droke

An old man.

minor

Also known as old Droke

First appearance: iv mr oakroyd on t road

Mr. Droke shows up with force in II. The page is where that presence becomes real.

The theatre owner, who nudges Miss Trant repeatedly and dismisses the need for repairs.
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SDSusie DeanETElizabeth TrantETEric TipsteadJOJess OakroydELEffie LongstaffMDMr. Droke

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  • Other

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  • Minor characters and subplots
  • Good Companions troupe
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SetupEscalationAftermathClimax
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  • Escalation
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  • Closing

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