Manager. But how will that do? I do not think that Miss TERRY will care to—
First Mem. Nonsense! She is a most charming person, and will do anything in the cause of Art.
Subordinate (returning from telephone). Beg pardon, Gentlemen, but Messrs. KENDAL, FARREN, BROUGH and HARE say they are very sorry, but they are not at home; and Mr. IRVING presents his compliments, and would be delighted to do what we wish, but he fears he will be otherwise engaged. However, he says you have his sympathy, and his heart goes out to you. [Exit.
Manager. Well, what shall we do?
Second Mem. Oh, there's VEZIN, and TERRIS, and PAULTON, and a heap more!
Subordinate (returning). Just heard from the Ladies, Gentlemen, and they send their kindest regards, but they are out too!
Acting Manager (entering). Well, how about the performance?
Members of the Council (together). Oh, it's nearly arranged!
Acting Man. Well, if I might suggest, as a person of considerable experience, it doesn't matter a jot whether you get a company together or not.
Members (as before). Why?