The confidante of the young Princess calls forth three dancers under the name of pantomimists; that is, men who express all sorts of things by their movements. The Princess sees them dance, and receives them into her service.
ACT II.
SCENE I.——ERIPHYLE, CLEONICE.
Eri. This is admirable! I do not think any dancing could ever be better; and I am glad to have them belonging to me.
Cleon. And I am very glad, Madam, for you to see that my taste is not so bad as you thought.
Eri. Do not be so triumphant. You won't be long before giving me my revenge. Leave me alone here.
SCENE II.——ERIPHYLE, CLEONICE, CLITIDAS.
Cleon. (going to meet Clitidas). I warn you, Clitidas, that the princess wishes to be alone.
Cli. Leave that to me. I understand court etiquette.