A Midsummer Night's Dream, Act 4, Scene 2 summary
Act 4, Scene 2 of 9 · 2 min to read the scene
In Act 4, Scene 2, the craftsmen fear they cannot perform without Bottom, but his arrival turns their worry into urgent preparation. He announces that their play is chosen and sends everyone to the palace with instructions about costumes, lines, appearance, and breath.
What happens
- Quince asks about Bottom, and the craftsmen say their play cannot proceed without him.
- Snug reports the Duke’s return from the temple and more marriages, while Flute laments Bottom’s possible loss of daily payment.
- Bottom arrives, delights his companions, and mentions wonders without explaining them.
- Bottom announces that their play is chosen and orders the actors to prepare and meet at the palace.
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