Lee

Well, Jack, that old boy from the East Side has gone, eh?

Jack

[Barely raising his head]. Yes, he’s gone.

Lee

[Goes over to Jack]. Talked him out of it, did you?

Jack

[Slowly]. Yes, I talked him out of it.

Lee

I knew you could do it! You’re clever enough to get away with anything.... Just think of it, one more rehearsal and then the big opening. Aren’t you thrilled? Tomorrow everybody will be talking about you.