"Enter Caesar, Antony, dressed formally; Brutus, Cassius, Casca, Decius, Metellus, Cinna, and other Senators."
This stage direction indicates the entrance of Caesar, Antony, Brutus, Cassius, and other senators, setting the scene for a meeting among important Roman figures.
"CAESAR: Calpurnia!"
Caesar calls for his wife, Calpurnia, indicating their close relationship.
"CASCA: Peace, ho! Caesar speaks."
Casca calls for silence so that Caesar can address the gathering.
"CAESAR: [to CALPURNIA] Calpurnia!"
Caesar repeats his call for Calpurnia, emphasizing the urgency or importance of his request.
"CALPURNIA: Here, my lord."
Calpurnia responds to Caesar, acknowledging his call.
"CAESAR: Stand you directly in Antonius' way, When he doth run his course. Antonius!"
Caesar instructs Calpurnia to stand directly in Antony's path during the traditional race of the Lupercal festival, indicating a belief in the superstition that Antony's touch can cure infertility.
"ANTONY: Caesar, my lord?"
Antony responds to Caesar's call, acknowledging him respectfully.
"CAESAR: Forget not in your speed, Antonius, To touch Calpurnia; for our elders say, The barren, touched in this holy chase, Shake off their sterile curse."
Caesar reminds Antony not to forget to touch Calpurnia during the race, believing in the superstition that this touch can cure infertility.
"ANTONY: I shall remember. When Caesar says 'do this,' it is performed."
Antony assures Caesar that he will remember and comply with his instructions, demonstrating his loyalty and obedience.
"CAESAR: Set on, and leave no ceremony out."
Caesar instructs Antony to proceed with the race and to observe all customary rituals associated with the Lupercal festival.
"STAND CLOSE!"
Caesar commands everyone to stand close together, possibly to ensure that the ceremony proceeds smoothly.
This scene establishes the characters' relationships and introduces themes of power, superstition, and loyalty that will become significant throughout the play.
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