In 'Taylor's Revenge', John Taylor the water-poet recounts in both prose and verse the outcome of a trial of wit that was planned for the Hope theatre. Taylor notes that he expended a great deal of effort in advertising the event; on the day, however, his opponent, William Fennor, failed to show, and Taylor was subsequently censured by both his friends and foes. The acting company at the Hope (Lady Elizabeth's Men) stepped in to perform a short piece after Taylor improvised a bit to please the audience.
| Name | Event Role(s) | Document Role(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Taylor, John | poet | disputant |
| Fennor, William | poet | disputant |