Summary Act 5
SCENE 1- Act 5 opens on an avenue in Belmont near Portia's house with Lorenzo and Jessica. Lorenzo and Jessica are waiting for Portia to return. Lorenzo comments about the beautiful evening, and how it how it is so perfect a night for historical lovers and for themselves. Stephano enters the scene. He states he is a friend and carries a message that Portia will be back by dawn. Launcelot walks onto the scene with the news that Bassanio will also arrive before dawn. Lorenzo asks Stephano to go into the house and request the musicians to come out to play. Lorenzo makes a speech about the beauty and power of music. Portia and Nerissa come to the house as the music plays. Lorenzo greats Portia and welcomes her home. Portia asks if Bassanio and Gratiano have returned yet. She requests that no
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