Again the tragic Muse appears to view, With wonted Majesty approaches you, And proves at once th' insinuation vain, "An interregnum in the tragic reign." The Muse to-night a darling child has brought, Conceiv'd by Genius, and by Science taught; Mark well the features of a rightful heir, Ye common parents of the Stage — your care. 'Tis you must call its latent merit forth, And give to modesty the stamp of worth.
