CURTAIN
ACT II
Time: Before dawn of December 25th.
Scene: Same as before. Stage quite dark except for firelight. Window covered with a blanket. Lights high on one side at back to represent moonlight when door is opened. Enter Mother [L.] with a lighted candle. Goes to door [R.].
Mother [calling]. Roger! Myles! Make haste. [Looks at clock, arranges fire, examines blanket hurriedly.]
Myles [softly]. We're coming, Mother. [Enter Myles and Roger (R.).]
Roger. Are the others waked yet, Mother?
Mother. Yes, they are dressing. Quickly now, bring in the tree whilst I see if they need help. [Exit (L.), leaving candle on mantel. Boys open outer door.]