The Rosciad is a satirical poem written by Charles Churchill in 1741. The poem is a critique of the contemporary state of the British theatre and its actors. It takes the form of a mock heroic verse, with Churchill casting himself as a heroic figure who is on a mission to expose the flaws and shortcomings of the actors of his time.The poem is divided into three parts, with each part focusing on a different aspect of the theatre. The first part deals...