Tag Archives: A Midsummer Night’s Dream

— 5.1 — In the palace, Theseus and Hippolyta were talking. Philostrate, Theseus’ Master of the Revels, aka Director of Entertainments, and other people were also present. Hippolyta said, “Theseus, these four lovers have talked of strange things.” “I think … Continue reading →

— 4.2 — Quince, Flute, Snout, and Starveling were meeting in Peter Quince’s house in Athens. Quince asked Starveling, “Have you sent anyone to Bottom’s house to ask about him? Has he come home yet?” “No one has seen him,” … Continue reading →

— 4.1 — In another part of the forest, Titania entertained Bottom. Many other fairies, including Peaseblossom, Cobweb, Mote, and Mustardseed, were also present. Oberon watched from a position where he was unseen. Titania said to Bottom, who was enjoying … Continue reading →

— 3.2 — In another part of the forest, Oberon said to himself, “I wonder whether Titania has awakened, and I wonder what living thing it was that first she saw — that is the thing that she must love … Continue reading →

— 3.1 — Titania, Queen of the Fairies, lay asleep near the place in the forest where the craftsmen of Athens — Bottom, Quince, Snug, Flute, Snout, and Starveling — had come to practice their play. Bottom asked, “Are we … Continue reading →

— 2.2 — In another part of the forest, Titania and her fairy attendants were settling in for the night. Titania ordered, “Come and dance in a fairy ring and sing a fairy song. Then leave and attend to your duties. … Continue reading →