Overview
Character Name
Egeus
Gender
Male
Playing Age
Mature Adult, Elderly
Role Size
Supporting
Dramatic Function
Authority Figure, Catalyst
Relationships
Voice
Non-singer
Time & Place
Athens in antiquity, A magical forest
Analysis
Egeus is Hermia’s father and an Athenian courtier under Duke Theseus’ jurisdiction. He is an extraordinarily strict and overbearing parent, and seems to care more about his will being followed through than he does about his daughter’s desires. When she fails to comply with
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