Mostellaria is a play by Roman author, Plautus. Its name translates from Latin as 'The Ghost'. It is a comedy with a very linear plot. It is set in the city of Athens, on a street in front of the houses of Theopropides and Simo. Characters Main characters Theopropides - an Athenian merchant Philolaches - Theopropides' son Tranio - Slave owned by Theopropides Philematium - A courtesan who has been set free by Philolaches Callidamates - Friend of Philolaches Simo - Theopropides' neighbour… (More on Mostellaria)