Moll Davis: a comedy

Set in the bustling heart of 1661 London, the story opens at The Mischief Inn, a lively crossroads of travelers, tavern‑talk, and the rough‑edge charm of Oxford Street. Here we meet the spirited Moll Davis, a young woman from Wiltshire whose stubborn refusal to leave the inn sparks a clash of wits with the inn’s landlord. Into this heated standoff rides the dashing George Hamilton, a gentleman of polished manners whose arrival promises to tilt the balance of their verbal duel.

As the three characters circle each other, the narrative paints a vivid portrait of a city in transition—its narrow lanes, noisy wagons, and colorful denizens framing a world where honor, humor, and survival intertwine. The early scenes tease a lively contest of clever repartee, hinting at deeper entanglements without revealing how the drama will unfold. Listeners are invited to step into a Restoration‑era comedy where every exchange could tip the scales toward unexpected alliances or amusing mishaps.