The Pelican / Isle of the Dead

In Isle of the Dead, a teacher who has died in his sleep wakes up to meet an enlightened spirit, who instructs him to watch a play. It is The Pelican.

The Pelican is a dark morality play about cruelty and sacrifice. A vivacious young widow lusts for her newly married son-in-law and the dishonor of her actions is driving her son to drink.