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The Prologue is an actor (who does not appear elsewhere in the play) who greets the audience before Act 1. He informs the audience that the play they are about to witness is based on a tale by Chaucer. The Prologue alludes to the theme of chivalry, honor, and pride when he explains the actors’ wish to honor Chaucer with their performance.
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The Prologue Character Timeline in The Two Noble Kinsmen
The timeline below shows where the character The Prologue appears in The Two Noble Kinsmen. The colored dots and icons indicate which themes are associated with that appearance.
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The Prologue enters and addresses the audience. He compares new plays to virginity, stating that both are...
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The Prologue declares that if his troupe disgraces Chaucer’s memory with a subpar play, Chaucer will turn...
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