The comedic landscape of Ralph Roister Doister unfolds on a simple yet dynamic set, where the street serves as the central stage. This street, bordered by canvas-draped wooden frames mimicking houses, becomes a vibrant arena for the play's antics. Two key residences line this street: one belongs to Dame Christian Custance, a prosperous widow engaged to Gawin Goodlucke, and the other belongs to Ralph Roister Doister, a boastful character intent on wooing Custance.

The architectural arrangement of these houses—a home filled with women versus one bustling with men—sets the scene for the ensuing comedy. Ralph, under the mischievous influence of Mathewe Merygreeke, a sly prankster who often tricks him out of money, attempts to capture Custance’s affection. His efforts include love letters and serenades, which Custance dismisses with ire. The narrative crescendos into a farcical clash as Ralph and his male cohort launch an assault on Custance’s home, an attack that is humorously portrayed with a hint of ribaldry.

In this mock battle, the women of Custance's household are not easily intimidated. They valiantly fend off the would-be invaders with kitchenware, a scene that underscores the play’s comedic tone. Ralph, leading the charge with a pot for a helmet, epitomizes the absurdity. Despite the chaos, the women claim an easy victory, sending Ralph and his men into retreat.

The narrative takes a turn with the return of Gawin Goodlucke, Custance’s steadfast merchant fiance, from his adventures at sea. His arrival heralds a resolution to the chaos. The rivalries and misunderstandings melt away, and the play aligns with the classic comedic tradition where harmony is restored. Friend and foe alike find reconciliation, leaving the audience with a resonant portrayal of unity and goodwill.