Public Ledger in London, Middlesex

Istand of Staves at Drury Lane in Mrs Clive’s Benefit

A French style translation of Ile des Eselanes by Marivaux is staged with Iphicrates, Euphrosyne, and attendant slaves on an island run by a clever slave republic. The plot hinges on masters swapping place with servants until forgiveness is earned. King and Clive deliver the best comic parts though the play remains light and delicate, suited to a single-night run.