Langley's position at this time could not have been a strong one. The remnant of the Pembroke's Men company, perhaps with some replacement members, was touring outside London in 1598–99, in Bath, Bristol, Dover, and other towns.
The context suggests that Langley's position was weak because the remnants of the Pembroke's Men company were actively traveling and performing throughout England during this period. This implies a lack of control or influence over his own domain.