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      CAST OF CHARACTERS.
    • LORD NEVILLE
    • MAJOR TWOMBLY
    • PADBURY
    • SIR GEOFFREY POMFRET
    • CAPTAIN O'HARA
    • DARVILLE
    • DOXTON
    • CHAIRMAN
    • QUIGG
    • LADY NEVILLE
    • MARGARET
    • ALICE TEMPLE
    • ERIC TEMPLE
    • LADY O'HARA

ACT I.

SCENE: — Drawing-room at LORD NEVILLE'S. A sumptuously furnished apartment, style Louis XVI . Entrance C. at back. Entrance with portière , R. I. E. Entrance L. 3 E., to conservatory. A small console L. C., and chair near it. Table R. C. with gong. Desk up R. with paper, quill-pen, and ink. Sofas, arm-chair, and other chairs. A cabinet stands L.
DISCOVERED: — LADY NEVILLE R. C. SIR GEOFFREY at mantel . MAJOR at table with two guests playing chess; MARGARET and LADY O'HARA seated on sofa to L. CAPT. O'HARA leaning over back of sofa .
MAJOR.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars.

GUEST.
(SIR GEOFFREY)

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
( Rings bell. Enter DOXTON C.)

Note: Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 51 chars.

SIR GEOFFREY.
( Coming down L. C. taking snuff )

Note: Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 83 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 84 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.
(L.)

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars.

SIR GEOFFREY.
( Leaning lazily against harpsichord )

Note: Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
( Affectedly )

Note: Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars.

SIR GEOFFREY.
(L. C. Aside to LADY NEVILLE)

Note: Contains 46 words in 4 sentences using 286 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
( Indignantly )

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars.

MAJOR.

Note: Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars.

SIR GEOFFREY.

Note: Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 88 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 69 chars.

SIR GEOFFREY.

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.
( Coming down R.)

Note: Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars.

SIR GEOFFREY.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars.

MAJOR.

Note: Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 6 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 59 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.
( Coming C.)

Note: Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 69 chars.

LADY O'HARA.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars.

LADY O'HARA.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 47 words in 2 sentences using 230 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 30 words in 4 sentences using 178 chars.

SIR GEOFFREY.
( Coming down )

Note: Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 137 chars.

( Laugh from MAJOR.)
LADY NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 31 words in 6 sentences using 159 chars.

( Enter DOXTON, C.)
DOXTON.

Note: Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 73 chars.

( Enter PADBURY C. General titter .)
LADY NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 9 words in 4 sentences using 51 chars.

SIR GEOFFREY.

Note: Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars.

( Music off R.)
PADBURY.

Note: Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars.

PADBURY.

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars.

PADBURY.

Note: Contains 109 words in 10 sentences using 509 chars.

(CAPT. O'HARA is behind him, drawing his sword .)
CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 87 chars.

PADBURY.

Note: Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars.

(LADY NEVILLE enters R., unobserved .)
PADBURY.

Note: Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 94 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
( Aside )

Note: Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
( Laughs )

Note: Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 65 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.
( Crossing R. around table )

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 66 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 25 words in 6 sentences using 120 chars.

PADBURY.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 88 chars.

PADBURY.
(L. sitting, rejoiced )

Note: Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 72 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 65 chars.

PADBURY.

Note: Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 120 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars.

PADBURY.

Note: Contains 65 words in 6 sentences using 316 chars.

( Stop music .)
LADY NEVILLE.
( Rises, seeming to forget PADBURY)

Note: Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 125 chars.

PADBURY.
(C. coughing twice and fidgeting )

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
( Standing back of table )

Note: Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 85 chars.

PADBURY.

Note: Contains 28 words in 3 sentences using 126 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
( Suddenly — aside )

Note: Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 51 chars.

PADBURY.
( Surprised )

Note: Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
( Mysteriously and hurriedly )

Note: Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 94 chars.

PADBURY.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 44 chars.

PADBURY.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars.

( Enter POMFRET and TWOMBLY.)
PADBURY.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars.

PADBURY.
( Aside )

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 70 chars.

PADBURY.

Note: Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 87 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
( At entrance R. bowing. Exits R.)

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 10 chars.

MAJOR.
( Both L. of table )

Note: Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 76 chars.

SIR GEOFFREY.
( Front of table R.)

Note: Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars.

MAJOR.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars.

SIR GEOFFREY.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars.

MAJOR.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars.

SIR GEOFFREY.

Note: Contains 24 words in 5 sentences using 127 chars.

MAJOR.

Note: Contains 2 words in 3 sentences using 13 chars.

PADBURY.
( Coming C. from L.)

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars.

MAJOR.

Note: Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars.

PADBURY.

Note: Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 50 chars.

MAJOR.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars.

PADBURY.

Note: Contains 27 words in 3 sentences using 123 chars.

SIR GEOFFREY.
( Coming L. of table )

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars.

(PADBURY goes L.)
MAJOR.
( Reading )

Note: Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 164 chars.

SIR GEOFFREY.

Note: Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars.

MAJOR.

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars.

SIR GEOFFREY.

Note: Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 112 chars.

MAJOR.

Note: Contains 25 words in 5 sentences using 118 chars.

PADBURY.
( Slighted, now swelling with pride, as he advances )

Note: Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 102 chars.

SIR GEOFFREY.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars.

PADBURY.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars.

SIR GEOFFREY.
(R., half-aside )

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 11 chars.

PADBURY.
(L. C.)

Note: Contains 33 words in 3 sentences using 154 chars.

( Look between SIR GEOFFREY and MAJOR.)
MAJOR.

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars.

PADBURY.
( As if remembering his promise to LADY NEVILLE)

Note: Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 30 chars.

MAJOR.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars.

PADBURY.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars.

MAJOR.
( To SIR GEOFFREY)

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars.

SIR GEOFFREY.

Note: Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars.

MAJOR.

Note: Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 54 chars.

( Music .)
PADBURY.

Note: Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 84 chars.

MAJOR.

Note: Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars.

SIR GEOFFREY.
(R. above table )

Note: Contains 31 words in 4 sentences using 155 chars.

DOXTON.

Note: Contains 4 words in 3 sentences using 22 chars.

ALICE.

Note: Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 74 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 15 words in 4 sentences using 72 chars.

ALICE.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 26 words in 4 sentences using 134 chars.

ALICE.
( Shakes her head )

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 62 words in 2 sentences using 348 chars.

ALICE.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 33 words in 4 sentences using 176 chars.

ALICE.

Note: Contains 71 words in 6 sentences using 388 chars.

ERIC.
(R. C.)

Note: Contains 51 words in 4 sentences using 255 chars.

( Music stops. Enter CAPTAIN O'HARA.)
O'HARA.

Note: Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 23 words in 1 sentence using 102 chars.

O'HARA.
( Looking in ALICE'S face )

Note: Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 71 chars.

ALICE.

Note: Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars.

O'HARA.

Note: Contains 30 words in 1 sentence using 147 chars.

ALICE.
(L.)

Note: Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars.

( Enter LADY NEVILLE and DARVILLE, followed by SIR GEOFFREY.)
JACK.

Note: Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 83 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 141 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 24 words in 4 sentences using 121 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 95 chars.

( Exeunt , O'HARA and LADY NEVILLE. Song off R. SIR GEOFFREY gets Ms. from Cabinet L., looks over its pages .)
SIR GEOFFREY.

Note: Contains 20 words in 4 sentences using 120 chars.

MARGARET.
( Enters R. looking at song )

Note: Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 101 chars.

SIR GEOFFREY.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 83 chars.

SIR GEOFFREY.
(L. C.)

Note: Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 73 chars.

MARGARET.
(R. C.)

Note: Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars.

SIR GEOFFREY.

Note: Contains 40 words in 2 sentences using 197 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars.

SIR GEOFFREY.

Note: Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 79 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars.

SIR GEOFFREY.

Note: Contains 14 words in 6 sentences using 88 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars.

ERIC.
( Enters R. Comes C.)

Note: Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 104 chars.

SIR GEOFFREY.

Note: Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars.

ERIC.
(R. C.)

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars.

SIR GEOFFREY.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars.

MARGARET.
(L. C.)

Note: Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 105 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars.

SIR GEOFFREY.
( To ERIC)

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars.

('CELLO SOLO off R.)
ERIC.

Note: Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 126 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 61 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 109 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 79 chars.

MARGARET.
( Seated at harpsichord )

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 29 words in 2 sentences using 130 chars.

MARGARET.
( Rises )

Note: Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars.

ERIC.
(C.)

Note: Contains 82 words in 7 sentences using 374 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 66 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 87 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 64 words in 3 sentences using 304 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars.

ALICE.
( Off L. C.)

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars.

MARGARET.
( Releases herself and rushes to door R. Taking flowers from waistband, she throws them to ERIC)

Note: Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 59 chars.

( Enter ALICE R. U. E.)
ALICE.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars.

CURTAIN.

ACT II.

SCENE: — Same as ACT I.
DISCOVERED: — LORD NEVILLE seated in arm-chair near table R. C., reading paper .)
LORD NEVILLE.
( Dashing down paper )

Note: Contains 32 words in 5 sentences using 151 chars.

DOXTON.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars.

LORD.

Note: Contains 133 words in 22 sentences using 720 chars.

SIR GEOFFREY.
(C.)

Note: Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
( Choking with rage )

Note: Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 104 chars.

SIR GEOFFREY.
( Sympathetically )

Note: Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 42 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 17 words in 5 sentences using 82 chars.

SIR GEOFFREY.
( Looking slowly over paper )

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars.

(LORD NEVILLE throws it down and is about to stamp on it, but does not, dreading a repetition of gout twinge .)
LORD NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars.

SIR GEOFFREY.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 7 words in 4 sentences using 36 chars.

SIR GEOFFREY.
( Reads paragraph with feigned astonishment )

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars.

SIR GEOFFREY.
( Reading )

Note: Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
( Rising )

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars.

SIR GEOFFREY.
(C.)

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
( Grasping at idea gladly )

Note: Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 69 chars.

SIR GEOFFREY.

Note: Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars.

SIR GEOFFREY.
(L. C.)

Note: Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 122 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
(R. C.)

Note: Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 59 chars.

SIR GEOFFREY.
(L. C.)

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 69 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
( Rising )

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars.

SIR GEOFFREY.
( Hesitating. Crosses C.)

Note: Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
( Rising, coming C.)

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars.

SIR GEOFFREY.
(C.)

Note: Contains 23 words in 1 sentence using 132 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
( Angrily )

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars.

SIR GEOFFREY.
(L.)

Note: Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 116 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
(C.)

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars.

SIR GEOFFREY.
(L.)

Note: Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
(R. C. Recollecting )

Note: Contains 37 words in 5 sentences using 171 chars.

SIR GEOFFREY.
(C.)

Note: Contains 28 words in 3 sentences using 144 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
( Crossing C. to SIR GEOFFREY)

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars.

SIR GEOFFREY.
(L. of C.)

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 17 words in 4 sentences using 101 chars.

SIR GEOFFREY.

Note: Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 54 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
( Coming down to L. of R. table — sitting )

Note: Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars.

SIR GEOFFREY.
( Crossing to him C. R.)

Note: Contains 36 words in 5 sentences using 195 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
( Going down L. Bowing )

Note: Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
(L. C. A little taken back. Seated on sofa L.)

Note: Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 84 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
( Laughs . LORD NEVILLE goes up. After a pause )

Note: Contains 8 words in 4 sentences using 55 chars.

SIR GEOFFREY.

Note: Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars.

SIR GEOFFREY.

Note: Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 11 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
( Throws herself back languidly )

Note: Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
( Drily )

Note: Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
( Arranging her toilet and looking at LORD NEVILLE)

Note: Contains 17 words in 4 sentences using 86 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
( Suddenly, goes over C.)

Note: Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
( Rising, then with forced laugh, going gaily to him )

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 118 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 5 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
( Going over to LORD NEVILLE, R. C. — over back of his chair )

Note: Contains 28 words in 2 sentences using 159 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
( Turning to her )

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 30 words in 2 sentences using 178 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
( Across table )

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 27 words in 4 sentences using 145 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
( Demurely )

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
( Taking out watch )

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
( Rises — brightly )

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
(C.)

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
( Crosses L.)

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
( Crosses to R.)

Note: Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
( Crosses R.)

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
( Crosses L.)

Note: Contains 28 words in 3 sentences using 132 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
(C.)

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
(L. C.)

Note: Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
(R. C.)

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
(L. C. going to him )

Note: Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 13 words in 5 sentences using 67 chars.

DOXTON.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 87 chars.

DOXTON.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
(L. C.)

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars.

DOXTON.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
( To DOXTON)

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars.

DOXTON.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
( To DOXTON)

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars.

DOXTON.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
( To DOXTON)

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars.

DOXTON.

Note: Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 74 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
( Down R. C.)

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars.

DOXTON.

Note: Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
( Walking up and down stage )

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars.

( Enter MARGARET R. I E.)
LORD NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 40 words in 3 sentences using 201 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 32 words in 4 sentences using 170 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 36 words in 3 sentences using 169 chars.

MARGARET.
( Rises, goes C. Going C.)

Note: Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 79 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 79 chars.

MARGARET.
(C.)

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars.

MARGARET.
( Crossing to him and kneeling at his knee )

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 40 words in 4 sentences using 199 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
( Rising, goes to her , C.)

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 39 words in 3 sentences using 192 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 19 words in 4 sentences using 97 chars.

MARGARET.
( Aside, goes up )

Note: Contains 9 words in 4 sentences using 45 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
( Looking after her )

Note: Contains 22 words in 6 sentences using 112 chars.

DOXTON.
( In door )

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
( In anger )

Note: Contains 2 words in 3 sentences using 8 chars.

( Enter PADBURY and MAJOR, PADBURY with some ribbons on his coat , MAJOR in a new suit. Exit DOXTON.)
MAJOR.
( Coming forward with a swagger down C.)

Note: Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
(R. buttoning coat )

Note: Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars.

PADBURY.
( Down L. of C.)

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
( Going up C.)

Note: Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 51 chars.

PADBURY.
( Crosses C.)

Note: Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 111 chars.

MAJOR.
( Crosses to PADBURY)

Note: Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars.

PADBURY.
( Crossing to MAJOR)

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
(L. of C.)

Note: Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 46 chars.

PADBURY.
(R. C., coming down to him. Bowing )

Note: Contains 23 words in 1 sentence using 116 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars.

PADBURY.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
( Backing PADBURY to R.)

Note: Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 71 chars.

PADBURY.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars.

PADBURY.
( Following him )

Note: Contains 31 words in 2 sentences using 157 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
( Going )

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars.

PADBURY.
( Up to him )

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars.

PADBURY.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 56 chars.

MAJOR.

Note: Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars.

PADBURY.
(L. C.)

Note: Contains 24 words in 4 sentences using 99 chars.

MAJOR.
(R. C.)

Note: Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 65 chars.

PADBURY.
( Smiling )

Note: Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars.

MAJOR.
(L. C.)

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars.

PADBURY.

Note: Contains 40 words in 3 sentences using 194 chars.

( Enter DOXTON R. 3 E.)
DOXTON.
(L. 2 E.)

Note: Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars.

PADBURY.
( Nudges MAJOR. To DOXTON)

Note: Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars.

MAJOR.

Note: Contains 6 words in 4 sentences using 25 chars.

PADBURY.
(C. to DOXTON)

Note: Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 74 chars.

MAJOR.
(C.)

Note: Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars.

( Enter LADY NEVILLE and PADBURY up R.)
LADY NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 69 chars.

( Enter DOXTON C.)
DOXTON.

Note: Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
( Hesitates — pauses )

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars.

DOXTON.

Note: Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
( Up steps )

Note: Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 48 chars.

PADBURY.

Note: Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 39 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars.

ALICE.
(C.)

Note: Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 130 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars.

ALICE.

Note: Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 74 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars.

PADBURY.
( Coming down L. C.)

Note: Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 92 chars.

MARGARET.
( Smiling as if in spite of herself )

Note: Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars.

PADBURY.

Note: Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 84 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars.

PADBURY.

Note: Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 100 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars.

PADBURY.

Note: Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 95 chars.

MARGARET.
( Eagerly )

Note: Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars.

PADBURY.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars.

MARGARET.
( Surprised — with interest )

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars.

PADBURY.
( Hesitates )

Note: Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 90 chars.

MARGARET.
( Going C. to him )

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars.

PADBURY.
(L. C.)

Note: Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars.

MARGARET.
(R.)

Note: Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 56 chars.

PADBURY.
( Goes up C.)

Note: Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 80 chars.

MARGARET.
( Sinks into chair L. of table R.)

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars.

( Enter O'HARA and ALICE from garden L. C.)
CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 91 chars.

ALICE.

Note: Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 91 chars.

(MARGARET still shows signs of irritation .)
CAPT. O'HARA.
( Aside )

Note: Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars.

ALICE.
( To MARGARET. Coming down )

Note: Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 84 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.
( Coming down C.)

Note: Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars.

MARGARET.
(R. Smiling )

Note: Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.
( Coming to C.)

Note: Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars.

ALICE.

Note: Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.
(R. C., aside )

Note: Contains 30 words in 5 sentences using 139 chars.

(LADY NEVILLE goes to cabinet L. and takes out opera score . MARGARET looks at LADY NEVILLE with a pang of jealousy .)
CAPT. O'HARA.
( To ERIC R. C.)

Note: Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 129 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 72 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
( Advancing from R. — down L.)

Note: Contains 16 words in 4 sentences using 80 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 118 chars.

ALICE.
( Goes to L. of table; to MARGARET who is at R. E.)

Note: Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 91 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars.

( Exits, followed by CAPT. O'HARA and ALICE. ERIC looks after MARGARET, surprised .)
ERIC.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 53 words in 10 sentences using 261 chars.

DOXTON.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars.

DOXTON.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars.

DOXTON.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
( Rising )

Note: Contains 16 words in 4 sentences using 84 chars.

DOXTON.

Note: Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
( Turns to ERIC — tenderly )

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars.

ERIC.
( Rising, crossing C.)

Note: Contains 37 words in 4 sentences using 179 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
(L. C.)

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars.

ERIC.
(C.)

Note: Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 69 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars.

ERIC.
( Joyously )

Note: Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 74 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 4 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 63 words in 3 sentences using 332 chars.

( Music and song .)
LADY NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars.

(MARGARET'S voice is heard singing "Heartsease." )
ERIC.
(L. C.)

Note: Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 8 chars.

Note: Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 76 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
( Seated L.)

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars.

( The music ceases suddenly off-stage .)
ERIC.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 9 chars.

( Enter MARGARET; goes up C. Giving ERIC her hand .)
ERIC.

Note: Contains 26 words in 1 sentence using 135 chars.

(MARGARET, wide-eyed, speechless, sinks back through curtain. Enter GEOFFREY L. U. E. LADY NEVILLE is vexed and astounded .)
ERIC.
( During above business )

Note: Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
( In laughing irony — Crossing from L. to C. Seeing POMFRET)

Note: Contains 22 words in 5 sentences using 106 chars.

POMFRET.
( Bowing stiffly )

Note: Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 75 chars.

ERIC.
( Crossing from L. to R. in front )

Note: Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 64 chars.

POMFRET.
(L. C. up )

Note: Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
( Pause R. C. to POMFRET)

Note: Contains 25 words in 5 sentences using 141 chars.

POMFRET.

Note: Contains 138 words in 22 sentences using 732 chars.

DOXTON.
( At sound of DOXTON'S voice POMFRET recovers himself )

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars.

( Enter CHAIRMAN L. U. E. Crosses to C. then sees POMFRET.)
POMFRET.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars.

DOXTON.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars.

POMFRET.

Note: Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 32 chars.

DOXTON.

Note: Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars.

POMFRET.
( Rising )

Note: Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 78 chars.

( Enter MARGARET R. C. down C.)
POMFRET.
(R. 2 E.)

Note: Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars.

MARGARET.
(R. at table )

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars.

POMFRET.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars.

( Enter ERIC, radiant , R. 2 E.)
ERIC.
( Takes her hand across R. of table R.)

Note: Contains 35 words in 5 sentences using 192 chars.

MARGARET.
( Rising, withdrawing hand )

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars.

ERIC.
(R. C.)

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars.

ERIC.
(R.)

Note: Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars.

MARGARET.
(C.)

Note: Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars.

MARGARET.
(C.)

Note: Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 118 chars.

ERIC.
(R. C. stupefied )

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 10 chars.

MARGARET.
(C.)

Note: Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars.

MARGARET.
( Going L.)

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 124 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars.

( Enter LORD NEVILLE.)
ERIC.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
( Advancing C. paper in hand — sternly )

Note: Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars.

ERIC.
(R. C.)

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars.

(ERIC looks at paper .)
ERIC.
(R. C.)

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
(C.)

Note: Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 78 chars.

ERIC.
(R. C.)

Note: Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars.

ERIC.
( Angrily )

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars.

ERIC.
(R.)

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 36 words in 2 sentences using 177 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
(C.)

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 57 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 71 chars.

( Enter ALICE, O'HARA, and LADY NEVILLE, R. I E. PADBURY and MAJOR C.)
ERIC.
( Goes R.)

Note: Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars.

ALICE.
(R. Going to ERIC)

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars.

ERIC.
(R. C.)

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars.

LORD. NEVILLE.
(L. C.)

Note: Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars.

MAJOR.
( Coming down with PADBURY L.)

Note: Contains 17 words in 4 sentences using 86 chars.

ERIC.
(R. C. stupefied )

Note: Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars.

PADBURY.
(C.)

Note: Contains 16 words in 4 sentences using 73 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 49 chars.

PADBURY.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars.

(PADBURY exits followed quickly by O'HARA and the MAJOR.)
LORD NEVILLE.
( Goes R. Crossing to LADY NEVILLE. MARGARET sinks on sofa L.)

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
(R. of R. table )

Note: Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars.

ERIC.
(C.)

Note: Contains 49 words in 6 sentences using 261 chars.

(LADY NEVILLE draws a long breath of relief .)
LORD NEVILLE.
(L. C.)

Note: Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
( Rings bell )

Note: Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 56 chars.

POMFRET.
(R.)

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 17 words in 4 sentences using 82 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 60 chars.

POMFRET.
( Soothingly )

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
( Entering in doorway )

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars.

ALICE.
( Crossing to ERIC)

Note: Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
( To POMFRET)

Note: Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 80 chars.

ERIC.
(C.)

Note: Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars.

ALICE.
(R. of C.)

Note: Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
( Crossing down L.)

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 36 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
(L. U.)

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars.

ERIC.
(C.)

Note: Contains 35 words in 6 sentences using 154 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
( Scornfully — seated L.)

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 26 words in 1 sentence using 120 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars.

MARGARET.
( Crossing between LORD NEVILLE and ERIC, and laying her hand on LORD NEVILLE'S)

Note: Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 28 chars.

ERIC.
(C.)

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 142 chars.

(LADY NEVILLE and POMFRET exeunt R. 2 E.)
LORD NEVILLE.
( Rising and crossing R.)

Note: Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 74 chars.

(MARGARET crosses to LORD NEVILLE and takes his hand, draws herself proudly up, then passes R. with LORD NEVILLE but does not halt, and passes off R. 2 E. ERIC stands amazed, utterly overcome, looks wistfully after her, his hand wanders over the back of the chair R. Tears start to his eyes as he bows his head . ALICE comes tenderly to him, her hand steals into his; he grasps it spasmodically, turns quickly towards the door, his arm about his sister, bows his head, broken utterly and in tears, and goes slowly as curtain falls .)
CURTAIN.

ACT III.

SCENE: — The box-tier at Covent Garden. A staircase on L. side. The back of the boxes seen L. Three of the box-doors practical. A tremendous and prolonged burst of applause off-stage follows the end of the music as the curtain rises .
DISCOVERED: — PADBURY and MAJOR coming down-stairs .
PADBURY.
( At foot of stairs )

Note: Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars.

MAJOR.
( Drunk )

Note: Contains 12 words in 4 sentences using 76 chars.

PADBURY.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars.

MAJOR.
(L.)

Note: Contains 20 words in 4 sentences using 76 chars.

( Enter ALICE, O'HARA and LADY O'HARA L. I E.)
CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 82 chars.

(ALICE up stage. Group 2 passes up-stairs — one remaining on balcony .)
LADY O'HARA.
(L. C.)

Note: Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 73 chars.

( Enter QUIGG at back L. U. E. He comes down to O'HARA, touching his hat . LADY O'HARA joins ALICE up C.)
CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars.

QUIGG.

Note: Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 84 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars.

QUIGG.
(L. C.)

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.
(R. C. )

Note: Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 117 chars.

QUIGG.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars.

QUIGG.

Note: Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.
(L. C.)

Note: Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 56 chars.

QUIGG.
(C. Saluting, turning away and then turning )

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars.

QUIGG.

Note: Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 83 chars.

LADY O'HARA.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 84 chars.

LADY O'HARA.

Note: Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 59 chars.

( Enter PADBURY and MAJOR L. U. E., crossing to R.)
PADBURY.

Note: Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars.

( Slight applause. Door of box No. 2 opens, and enter LORD NEVILLE, followed by POMFRET who is uneasy, and DARVILLE, who is enthusiastic. Movement of interest among the ladies and gentlemen as LORD NEVILLE comes forward . O'HARA halts an instant as POMFRET enters, then bows to couples and exits L. U. E. with ALICE and LADY O'HARA.)
LORD NEVILLE.
( Turning to POMFRET)

Note: Contains 27 words in 5 sentences using 134 chars.

POMFRET.
(R. C. uneasily — trying to smile )

Note: Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 86 chars.

MAJOR.
( Seeing POMFRET)

Note: Contains 34 words in 8 sentences using 189 chars.

POMFRET.
( Crossing to L.)

Note: Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars.

(LORD NEVILLE and DARVILLE cross to R. chatting .)
MAJOR.
(C.)

Note: Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 79 chars.

POMFRET.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars.

( Group 2 comes down stairs laughing and chatting. Group 1 moves towards stairs meeting group 2 — chat .)
MAJOR.

Note: Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 76 chars.

(LORD NEVILLE goes down .)
PADBURY.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
(C.)

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars.

PADBURY.
(R. C.)

Note: Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 99 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
(L. — angrily )

Note: Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars.

PADBURY.
(C.)

Note: Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 115 chars.

( Group pass up-stage gradually. Group 1 exit L. I E.)
LORD NEVILLE.
( Looking at PADBURY'S hand through glass )

Note: Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars.

MAJOR.
( Crosses R. to stairway )

Note: Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars.

PADBURY.
(C. L. waving deprecatingly to MAJOR, crosses L. meeting POMFRET)

Note: Contains 34 words in 1 sentence using 170 chars.

POMFRET.
(C.)

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.

PADBURY.
(C. R. ingratiatingly )

Note: Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 117 chars.

MAJOR.
( At stairs )

Note: Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars.

PADBURY.
( Picking up purse )

Note: Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars.

( Group 1 enters L. U. E. and dress stage at back, talking .)
LADY NEVILLE.
(L. C.)

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars.

(DARVILLE and LORD NEVILLE coming down R.)
POMFRET.
(C.)

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
(L. C.)

Note: Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars.

POMFRET.
(C.)

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
(R. C.)

Note: Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 103 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
( Crosses R. to LORD NEVILLE)

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
(R. C.)

Note: Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 105 chars.

(LADY NEVILLE turns pointedly away and back to R. — A couple, lady and gentleman, bow to her — they gossip .)
POMFRET.
(L. C. going to MARGARET)

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars.

MARGARET.
(L.)

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars.

( Music stops .)
POMFRET.
(L. C.)

Note: Contains 36 words in 2 sentences using 158 chars.

MARGARET.
( Wincing a little )

Note: Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 59 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars.

POMFRET.

Note: Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 81 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 55 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars.

SIR GEOFFREY.

Note: Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 70 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
( Crossing to C.)

Note: Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 71 chars.

SIR GEOFFREY.

Note: Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
(C.)

Note: Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 70 chars.

MARGARET.
( Standing at door. Exit 2 supers and LADY O'HARA, R. U. E.)

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 30 words in 1 sentence using 154 chars.

MARGARET.
(L.)

Note: Contains 30 words in 3 sentences using 169 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
( Lightly )

Note: Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars.

MARGARET.
( Significantly )

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
(C.)

Note: Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 112 chars.

MARGARET.
( Sternly — with growing warmth, rising and going C. Facing LADY NEVILLE)

Note: Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 83 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
(C. R.)

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
(R. C.)

Note: Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars.

MARGARET.
(C.)

Note: Contains 33 words in 3 sentences using 171 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
(C. R.)

Note: Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars.

MARGARET.
(L. C. faces audience )

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
(C. R.)

Note: Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 4 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
( Going to her )

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 43 words in 2 sentences using 225 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 50 words in 4 sentences using 230 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
( Turning and, in intense suppressed tone, goes R. Comes back to R. C. then speaks )

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars.

( Two steps up L. then turning slowly as LADY NEVILLE speaks .)
LADY NEVILLE.
(L. C.)

Note: Contains 36 words in 5 sentences using 180 chars.

MARGARET.
( Confronting BARBARA)

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
( Hanging head )

Note: Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 74 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 75 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
(R. coming C.)

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars.

MARGARET.
(L. C.)

Note: Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.
(C.)

Note: Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 43 words in 6 sentences using 209 chars.

LADY NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 24 words in 6 sentences using 112 chars.

( Enter CAPTAIN O'HARA by stairs. He goes down ruminating . ALICE and LADY O'HARA follow him, but remain on balcony . CAPTAIN O'HARA signals to LADY O'HARA to send ALICE down . LADY O'HARA does so . ALICE descends . LADY O'HARA laughs, shakes her finger at CAPTAIN O'HARA and exits above .)
ALICE.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 99 chars.

ALICE.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.
(C.)

Note: Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars.

ALICE.
(L.)

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.
(R. C.)

Note: Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars.

ALICE.
(L. C.)

Note: Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 68 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 61 chars.

ALICE.
(L. C.)

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.
(C.)

Note: Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars.

ALICE.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 94 chars.

ALICE.

Note: Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.
(C.)

Note: Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 70 chars.

ALICE.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 2 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars.

ALICE.

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.
(C.)

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars.

ALICE.
(L. C.)

Note: Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 23 words in 4 sentences using 113 chars.

ALICE.

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 18 words in 5 sentences using 78 chars.

ALICE.

Note: Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars.

( Enter MARGARET L. U. E.)
ALICE.

Note: Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.
(R.)

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 72 chars.

ALICE.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars.

MARGARET.
( At door turning quickly )

Note: Contains 21 words in 5 sentences using 109 chars.

ALICE.
(C.)

Note: Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars.

MARGARET.
(L. C. — pause )

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars.

ALICE.

Note: Contains 30 words in 1 sentence using 135 chars.

MARGARET.
(L. C.)

Note: Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.
(C.)

Note: Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 81 chars.

ALICE.
( As if about to embrace him — L. C.)

Note: Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.
( He goes to MARGARET and, taking her aside )

Note: Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 48 words in 2 sentences using 215 chars.

MARGARET.
( Clutching at him, and staring at him wide-eyed and tremulous )

Note: Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars.

ALICE.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars.

ALICE.

Note: Contains 4 words in 3 sentences using 21 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars.

ALICE.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.
( Stammering )

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars.

ALICE.

Note: Contains 27 words in 3 sentences using 125 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 7 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.
( Looking after them )

Note: Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars.

(MAJOR and PADBURY come down the stairs .)
PADBURY.
(C. on stairs, near bottom )

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars.

MAJOR.
(R. C. just behind him )

Note: Contains 63 words in 6 sentences using 316 chars.

PADBURY.
(L. C.)

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars.

MAJOR.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars.

PADBURY.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars.

MAJOR.

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars.

PADBURY.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars.

MAJOR.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars.

PADBURY.

Note: Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars.

MAJOR.

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars.

PADBURY.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars.

MAJOR.
(R. C.)

Note: Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars.

PADBURY.

Note: Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 44 chars.

MAJOR.

Note: Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 5 chars.

PADBURY.

Note: Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars.

( Enter LORD NEVILLE L. U. E. PADBURY collides with him as he enters .)
LORD NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars.

PADBURY.

Note: Contains 32 words in 5 sentences using 139 chars.

( Soprano solo heard .)
LORD NEVILLE.
( Going to box )

Note: Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars.

MARGARET.
(C.)

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 75 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
(L. C.)

Note: Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 93 chars.

MARGARET.
(L.)

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
(C. to her )

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars.

MARGARET.
( Turning slowly to him )

Note: Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 96 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 33 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 93 chars.

MARGARET.
( Turns to him )

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
(L. over to her )

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars.

MARGARET.
(R.)

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
( Goes to box )

Note: Contains 24 words in 6 sentences using 139 chars.

(MARGARET going L. is still pensive. Her despair has benumbed her. Music changed to ERIC motif . MARGARET seems to listen to it — passes wide-eyed, trance-like, toward the box and is about to enter .)
ERIC.
( Off-stage L. U. E.)

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars.

(MARGARET starts and turns . ERIC entering. Crossing to foot of stairs L.)
MARGARET.
(R.)

Note: Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars.

ERIC.
(C. halting )

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars.

MARGARET.
(L.)

Note: Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars.

MARGARET.
(L.)

Note: Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars.

MARGARET.
(L. C.)

Note: Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 64 chars.

ERIC.
( At R. C.)

Note: Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 34 chars.

MARGARET.
(L. C.)

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 34 words in 4 sentences using 179 chars.

MARGARET.
(C. L.)

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars.

( Music .)
ERIC.
( Reproachfully )

Note: Contains 42 words in 3 sentences using 216 chars.

MARGARET.
( Going up back C.)

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars.

ERIC.
( Laughing bitterly )

Note: Contains 31 words in 3 sentences using 151 chars.

MARGARET.
( Down R.)

Note: Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars.

ERIC.
( Pause )

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars.

MARGARET.
( Up to him )

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars.

ERIC.
(C.)

Note: Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 88 chars.

MARGARET.
(R.)

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 61 words in 4 sentences using 292 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 48 words in 5 sentences using 232 chars.

ERIC.
( Advancing C. to her . L. bursting into a hysterical laugh )

Note: Contains 49 words in 6 sentences using 244 chars.

MARGARET.
( Bowing her head )

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 76 chars.

MARGARET.
( Receding L.)

Note: Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 13 chars.

ERIC.
(C.)

Note: Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 19 words in 6 sentences using 109 chars.

MARGARET.
(L. H.)

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars.

ERIC.
(R. H.)

Note: Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 36 chars.

MARGARET.
( Frightened — going L.)

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars.

ERIC.
( Advancing C., catching her hand )

Note: Contains 52 words in 5 sentences using 263 chars.

MARGARET.
( Beside ERIC C. L. Staring at him )

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars.

ERIC.
(C. R.)

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars.

MARGARET.
( In low tones )

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars.

ERIC.
( Lets her hand fall )

Note: Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 79 chars.

MARGARET.
( Turning and appealing )

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars.

ERIC.
( Clasping her in his arms )

Note: Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 75 chars.

MARGARET.
( Struggling )

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 85 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 19 words in 9 sentences using 115 chars.

ERIC.
( Stands petrified. Kneels towards the box and extends his arms imploringly, despairingly; sees red rose, stoops slowly, picks it up, kisses it, raises it as if in adoration of her it typified, bends over it and kisses it, raises it and bends over it kissing it for the third time, then the music steals into his consciousness again. He listens intently, half frightened, raises his hand as if to mark time to it — pauses and says whisperingly )

Note: Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 79 chars.

( Enter ALICE L. I E.)
ALICE.

Note: Contains 38 words in 10 sentences using 192 chars.

ALICE.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars.

( Music swells louder .)
ERIC.
( Starts, almost shouting )

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars.

ALICE.
(L. C.)

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars.

ERIC.
(C.)

Note: Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 50 chars.

ALICE and JACK.
(R. of ERIC — JACK L.)

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 81 chars.

ALICE.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 42 words in 2 sentences using 211 chars.

ALICE.

Note: Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 8 words in 5 sentences using 58 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars.

ERIC.
( Loudly )

Note: Contains 43 words in 7 sentences using 209 chars.

POMFRET.

Note: Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars.

ALICE.

Note: Contains 2 words in 3 sentences using 12 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 118 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars.

ALICE.
( Screams )

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars.

(ERIC has struggle with POMFRET, at length throwing him forcibly to the ground, then stands above him in a rage of triumphant passion, shouting incoherently. His voice heard above the din .)
ERIC.

Note: Contains 12 words in 6 sentences using 91 chars.

CURTAIN.

ACT IV.

SCENE: — CAPTAIN O'HARA'S lodgings — a room comfortably furnished and hung with weapons, antlers, etc ., C. At back, a wide door draped with a curtain; R. a fireplace — fire lighted — red glow. Two branch candlesticks on mantel-piece , L. a window in recess, window seat and flower pots on sill — moonlight streaming in. Main entrance at back on L. of flat
( corner )
by practical flight of three steps, with balustrade curving slightly to R. The steps rise to a hall which is seen to run off at back to the L. A candle lighted on table in hall, but moonlight streaming in on it. Entrance also by small door R. above fireplace from high hall windows. Large high-backed armchair near fire . R. C. a table with flap to let down. It is laid with a white cloth and covers for two, wine glasses, etc. A three-branch candlestick ( lighted ) on table, two chairs near it. Sideboard R. of curtained door against flat. Iron knocker on hanging board off L. of hall; large lock whose bolt can be shot audibly on board below knocker .
MUSIC: — "Heartsease" for curtain .
DISCOVERED: — QUIGG arranging table: wine glasses, etc .
QUIGG.

Note: Contains 32 words in 7 sentences using 152 chars.

( Music of "Heartsease" heard off — very piano. Enter CAPTAIN O'HARA, quickly and cheerily. He trips down the steps; goes to C. and turns towards steps .)
CAPT. O'HARA

Note: Contains 15 words in 4 sentences using 77 chars.

ERIC.
( To QUIGG — as he takes cloak and hat )

Note: Contains 22 words in 4 sentences using 114 chars.

QUIGG.
( A little in wonder )

Note: Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 28 words in 2 sentences using 129 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 22 words in 4 sentences using 102 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 11 words in 4 sentences using 53 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 114 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 100 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.
( Decisively )

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars.

ERIC.
( A little nettled )

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.
( Sharply )

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars.

ERIC.
( Angrily )

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.
(L. C.)

Note: Contains 37 words in 1 sentence using 185 chars.

ERIC.
(R. C.)

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 72 chars.

ERIC.
( Thinking of it with aversion )

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.
( Gleefully )

Note: Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 97 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars.

JACK.

Note: Contains 23 words in 1 sentence using 95 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 82 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.
( crosses to L.)

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 124 chars.

( A double knock heard at door off L. U. E.)
CAPT. O'HARA.
( Off-stage )

Note: Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars.

( Enter MAJOR by the steps, severe, important . CAPTAIN O'HARA replaces candle and trips down after MAJOR.)
MAJOR.
(L. C. bowing stiffly )

Note: Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars.

ERIC.
(C. bowing )

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars.

MAJOR.
( Stands L. H.)

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 71 chars.

ERIC.
(R. seated )

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars.

MAJOR.
(L.)

Note: Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 94 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars.

MAJOR.
( Half reclining )

Note: Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 113 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars.

MAJOR.

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.
(C.)

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars.

MAJOR.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 99 chars.

MAJOR.
( Rising )

Note: Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars.

ERIC.
( Rising )

Note: Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 51 chars.

MAJOR.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars.

ERIC.
( To JACK)

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.
( To ERIC)

Note: Contains 43 words in 4 sentences using 245 chars.

QUIGG.

Note: Contains 4 words in 3 sentences using 30 chars.

MAJOR.
( Laughs, returning L. C.)

Note: Contains 35 words in 3 sentences using 209 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.
( Crosses to MAJOR)

Note: Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 75 chars.

ERIC.
(C.)

Note: Contains 34 words in 4 sentences using 166 chars.

MAJOR.
( To CAPTAIN O'HARA)

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 27 words in 4 sentences using 111 chars.

MAJOR.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars.

MAJOR.

Note: Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars.

ERIC.
( Sits a moment gazing before him as the MAJOR goes out, then suddenly springs to his feet )

Note: Contains 46 words in 5 sentences using 211 chars.

( Enter QUIGG R.)
CAPT. O'HARA.
( Putting ERIC in seat at table, facing audience )

Note: Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 119 chars.

( Exit QUIGG R. U. E.)
ERIC.
( Raising glass )

Note: Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 31 words in 4 sentences using 161 chars.

ERIC.
( Sits back of table )

Note: Contains 3 words in 3 sentences using 19 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 96 chars.

(ERIC drops fork and knife .)
ERIC.
( With sudden gravity of manner )

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 86 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars.

ERIC.
( Pouring wine )

Note: Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.
( Hesitating ).

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars.

ERIC.
( Drinking )

Note: Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars.

ERIC.
( Reaching his hand )

Note: Contains 17 words in 5 sentences using 87 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 59 words in 4 sentences using 294 chars.

ERIC.
( Dreamily )

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 6 words in 4 sentences using 28 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 48 chars.

ERIC.
( Rising )

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.
( Starts — looks at ERIC)

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars.

(CAPTAIN O'HARA and ERIC touch glasses silently, drink, and sit quietly .)
CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 63 chars.

ERIC.
( Slightly inebriated )

Note: Contains 107 words in 8 sentences using 561 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars.

ERIC.
( Grasping decanter )

Note: Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 59 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars.

ERIC.
( Rising )

Note: Contains 35 words in 4 sentences using 153 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 84 chars.

(ERIC sits in large armchair near fire, back to audience .)
ERIC.
( CAPTAIN O'HARA brings cloak and puts it about ERIC)

Note: Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 50 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 28 words in 9 sentences using 139 chars.

PADBURY.

Note: Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars.

( Enter PADBURY, followed by CAPTAIN O'HARA L. 3 E.)
PADBURY.
(L. C.)

Note: Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.
(C.)

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars.

PADBURY.
( Crossing to R. C. Looking at ERIC)

Note: Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 74 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 66 chars.

PADBURY.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 73 chars.

PADBURY.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.

PADBURY.

Note: Contains 33 words in 1 sentence using 145 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars.

PADBURY.

Note: Contains 67 words in 5 sentences using 345 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars.

PADBURY.

Note: Contains 28 words in 1 sentence using 148 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 65 chars.

PADBURY.
( Louder )

Note: Contains 31 words in 4 sentences using 131 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 26 words in 4 sentences using 125 chars.

QUIGG.
(R. C., at sideboard )

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars.

QUIGG.

Note: Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.
( Aside )

Note: Contains 30 words in 4 sentences using 130 chars.

PADBURY.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars.

(CAPTAIN O'HARA stops his mouth .)
CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars.

PADBURY.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars.

(R. Exits L. U. E. following CAPTAIN O'HARA)
( Long pause: thirty seconds. Heartease played on cello, off — a light tap heard as on wainscot outside, and after an instant it is repeated . MARGARET appears in hall, comes cautiously forward and down one step, looking around .)
MARGARET.
( Low tone )

Note: Contains 108 words in 18 sentences using 539 chars.

(ERIC'S hand moves. He is seen to turn his head slowly towards MARGARET and to lean towards her as if she were a vision. She extends her hands towards him. He leans forward, touches her, starts back, rises .)
MARGARET.

Note: Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 70 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 155 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 32 words in 4 sentences using 152 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 74 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 107 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 99 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 86 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 79 chars.

MARGARET.
( Passionately )

Note: Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 94 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 69 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 17 words in 5 sentences using 87 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 19 words in 4 sentences using 102 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 81 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 25 words in 5 sentences using 107 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 28 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.
( As he raises his foot )

Note: Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 34 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars.

(CAPTAIN O'HARA starts, thunderstruck .)
POMFRET.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars.

MAJOR.
( Intervening )

Note: Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 62 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 58 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars.

POMFRET.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars.

CAPT. O'HARA.

Note: Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 72 chars.

ERIC.
( Stopping him )

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars.

POMFRET.
( Goes to ERIC C.)

Note: Contains 43 words in 11 sentences using 229 chars.

( Enter MARGARET through curtains with a wild cry .)
MARGARET.

Note: Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars.

(POMFRET throws off cloak L. ERIC draws sword from MAJOR, who holds them C. POMFRET at sound of MARGARET'S voice has backed away L. POMFRET draws sword. They rush together and fight furiously — ERIC disarms POMFRET. PADBURY'S voice heard off L. U. E. just as fight culminates. Enter LORD NEVILLE wearing cloak. He stands an instant at the head of steps .)
LORD NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 45 chars.

(ALICE runs to ERIC L.)
ALICE.

Note: Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 34 chars.

POMFRET.

Note: Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 96 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
(C.)

Note: Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 97 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 88 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 148 chars.

PADBURY

Note: Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 76 chars.

MAJOR.

Note: Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 56 chars.

POMFRET.
( Crosses R.)

Note: Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 119 chars.

MARGARET.
( Comes down L. of C.)

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars.

POMFRET.

Note: Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 22 words in 5 sentences using 107 chars.

POMFRET.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 109 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 176 chars.

POMFRET.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 94 chars.

POMFRET.
( Winces, but assumes bold front )

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
( Going up )

Note: Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 80 chars.

POMFRET.
( On steps )

Note: Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 30 words in 2 sentences using 162 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars.

LORD NEVILLE.
( To ERIC)

Note: Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars.

( Music of "Heartsease" heard off-stage .)
ERIC.

Note: Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 84 chars.

MARGARET.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars.

ERIC.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars.

CURTAIN.
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Mathias Göbel
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TextGrid Repository (2024). American Drama. Heartsease. Heartsease. American Drama Corpus. Mathias Göbel. https://hdl.handle.net/21.11113/0000-0014-A313-C