# Diana Trapes — The Beggar’s Opera character guide

> Diana Trapes in The Beggar’s Opera by John Gay.

**Role:** supporting

**Also known as:** Mrs. Trapes, Mrs. Diana Trapes

**First appearance:** 0007-act-i

## Who they are

A fence and bawd, helps Peachum track Macheath.

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