 The reckless and amusing satire described with disconcerting accuracy the faults of various actors on the London stage, and the poem immediately became popular, both for its personal character, vigour and raciness.No leading London actor, with the exception of David Garrick, had escaped censure, and in the "Apology" Garrick was clearly threatened.The actor deflected criticism by showing every possible civility to Churchill, who became a terror to the stage.