After their chaotic wedding, Petruchio takes Katherine to his country house, where he begins his unconventional "taming" methods, including denying her food and sleep under the guise of love and care. Katherine gradually begins to adapt to Petruchio¡¯s ways, though not without resistance. Back in Padua, Bianca's suitors scheme and compete until she secretly marries Lucentio. The play concludes with a celebratory banquet, where Katherine surprises everyone by delivering a speech about wifely obedience, showcasing her transformation. The play ends with humor and irony, leaving the audience to interpret whether Katherine¡¯s change is genuine or a clever act to outwit Petruchio. Themes of love, power dynamics, and societal roles are explored with comedic flair.
ACT III
Scene II. The same. Before Baptista¡¯s house.
ACT IV
Scene I. A hall in Petruchio¡¯s country house.
Scene II. Padua. Before Baptista¡¯s house.
Scene III. A room in Petruchio¡¯s house.
Scene IV. Before Baptista¡¯s house.
Scene V. A public road.
ACT V
Scene I. Padua. Before Lucentio¡¯s house.
Scene II. A room in Lucentio¡¯s house.