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The performance also marked the re-opening of Naples' theatres following the violent earthquake which had struck the area on 29 November 1732. The opera continued to be performed in October of that year along with its comic intermezzo, "La serva padrona". "Il prigionier" proved unsuccessful in its day and has only been rarely revived. However, "La serva padrona" performed on its own eventually went on to enjoy fame throughout Europe for many years after its premiere.