The Bird Family and Their FriendsRaynor, Verna M.Derived Text Format to access the structural informationconversionMathiasGöbelTextGridCC-BY-4.0LizenzvertragVerna M. RaynorThe Bird Family and Their Friends. A Comedy in Three Acts by Verna M. Raynor. To which is Added: A Description of the Costumes — Cast of the Characters — Entrances and Exits — Relative Positions of the Performers on the Stage, and the Whole of the Stage BusinessAmes' Series of Standard and Minor Drama: No. 394Clyde, OhioAmes38 p.GustavusTimothyOfficer .Omnes .NightengaleMrs. GoldfinchLucretiaMrs. BirdMagpieChollieMim.Eagle .Servant .Crow .Gull .RobinComedyProsedata extraction from source1898
CAST OF CHARACTERS .
GUSTAVUS ORIOLE, A gentleman from Boston .HIRAM GULL, In search of a fortune .BLUSTER CROW, Manager of the Warbler Opera Co.TIMOTHY QUAIL, A bashful young lover .CHOLLIE BIRD, The son, a dude .LAWYER EAGLE, Of the bald species .ROBIN BIRD, A mischievous youngster .SERVANT, Double .OFFICER. Double .NIGHTENGALE THRUSH, An Opera singer .MAGPIE BIRD, The innocent .LUCRETIA PEACOCK, The maiden aunt .MRS. POWELL BIRDMRS. GOLDFINCH, A wealthy young widow .
TIME — The present .
PLACE — New York .
TIME OF PLAYING — 2 hours .
COSTUMES . GUSTAVUS ORIOLE. — Act 1st., fashionable street dress. Act 2nd., mask of Romeo. Act 3rd., evening dress.HIRAM GULL. — Act 1st., street dress. Act 2nd., any appropriate mask. Act 3rd., evening dress.BLUSTER CROW. — Act 1st., street dress, bright tie. Acts 2nd, and 3rd., evening dress, display of jewelry.TIMOTHY QUAIL. — Act 1st., linen suit. Act 2nd., harlequin. Act 3rd., evening dress.CHOLLIE BIRD. — Act 1st., dressing gown. Act 2nd., costume of a Greek. Act 3rd., evening dress.LAWYER EAGLE. — Plain black suit.ROBIN BIRD. — Act 1st., linen suit. Act 3rd., black pants, white waist and sash.NIGHTENGALE THRUSH. — Act 1st., fashionable street dress. Act 2nd., costume of red velvet to represent a Princes, Queen or other appropriate character. Act 3rd., handsome evening dress.MAGPIE BIRD. — Act 1st., muslin dress, sash, big hat. Act 2nd., short dress, representing dancing girl or flower girl. Act 3rd., pretty evening dress.LUCRETIA PEACOCK. — Act 1st., muslin dress, trimmed with gay colored ribbons. Act 2nd., pink dress, should look altogether ridiculous. Act 3rd., gay colored evening dress.MRS. POWELL BIRD. — Act 1st., dark dress, apron and cap. Act. 3rd., black dress, cap.MRS. GOLDFINCH. — Act 2nd., appropriate mask. Act 3rd., dinner dress.
SYNOPSIS OF EVENTS . ACT I. — Home of Mrs. Bird — Chollie and his mother — He endeavors to write to Nightengale Thrush, but is too exhausted to collect his thoughts — Robin plays a trick on his Aunt Peacock — Magpie returns from a stroll — Her opinion of Bluster Crow — Robin and Magpie — She sends a letter to Timothy Quail, her timid lover — Arrival of Hiram Gull — Lucretia falls in love — Mrs. Bird, who is about to call on lawyer Eagle, forbids Magpie receiving Mr. Quail — Timothy calls — The rug man with rugs — Return of Mrs. Bird — Timothy hides under the rugs — Robin comes to his rescue — Magpie and Bluster Crow — Robin helps Magpie to get rid of Mr. Crow — Lucretia receives a letter from Hiram Gull — Nightengale and Magpie's plot — Gustavus Oriole, Nightengale's unknown correspondent — The interview — His opinion of actresses — Lucretia, a victim of Robin's jokes.ACT II. — The masquerade at Mrs. Goldfinchs' — Gustavus and Nightengale, an actress, but unknown to Gustavus — He expresses his opinion of her — Lucretia overhears Hiram Gull making love to Mrs. Goldfinch — A scene in which Hiram Gull gets the worst of it — Nightengale learns of the engagement of Lucretia and Hiram Gull, a base scoundrel — Hiram Gull recognizes Nightengale — "I'll let you go on one condition" — Chollie and Mrs. Goldfinch, the wager lost — Gustavus recognizes Nightengale as the singer and actress — His disgust — "My fate is sealed" — Magpie and Timothy, he resolves to propose, but is too timid — Gull overhears Nightengale's confession — Magpie and Timothy — "He'll never propose" — Gustavus accuses Nightengale of deception — "I hope I may never look upon your face again."ACT III. — Nightengale and Magpie — She decides to give Mr. Oriole a piece of her mind — Magpie and Timothy — Mrs. Bird arrives on the scene — Timothy hides under the table — As usual, Robin comes to the rescue — Magpie refuses Bluster Crow — "He insulted my Timothy" — Lucretia and Hiram Gull propose an elopement, overheard by Nightengale, who exposes Mr. Gull — Lucretia in hysteries — The arrest of Hiram Gull, or Daw, for forgery — Timothy Quail receives a fortune and Mrs. Bird welcomes him as her future son-in-law — Lawyer Eagle enlightens Gustavus Oriole regarding Nightengale — Nightengale receives Gustavus confession coldly, but relents and confesses that she loves him — Magpie and Timothy, Gustavus and Nightengale happy at last.
R., means Right; L., Left; R. H., Right Hand; L. H., Left Hand; C., Center; S. E., (2d E.,) Second Entrance; U, E., Upper Entrance; M. D., Middle Door; F., the Flat; D. F., Door in Flat; R. C., Right of Center; L. C., Left of Center,
The reader is supposed to be upon the stage facing the audience.
ACT I. SCENE. — Interior of the home of the BIRD FAMILY — doors R. and L., curtained archway C., left of C. E. a large easy chair, mirror L. of sofa, window L. of C., screen R. back near R. door, writing desk R. of C. door, table R. front with decanter of wine and glasses, also a bell and book, chairs R. and L. of table, sofa L. front — CHOLLIE BIRD discovered sitting L. of table , MRS. BIRD dusting furniture with feather duster .Mrs. Bird .
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Chollie .( sighing )
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Mrs. B.
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Enter , SERVANT, R. E.
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( pours out glass of wine and drinksEnter , SERVANT, R. E., with pen, ink and paper .
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Enter , ROBIN BIRD, R. E., with a large bottle containing a white liquid, and a smaller one with a red liquid .Robin .
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Chol.
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( wipes pen and looks at it Rob. ( stands C. with his hand over his mouth and looks at CHOLLIE out of the corners of his eyes — aside )
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Chol.
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Rob. ( goes to table, takes up ink )
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Magpie .( outside )
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MAGPIE appears in C. doorway, from L., waves her handkerchief, throws a kiss then enters .
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Enter , ROBIN, R., 2 E.
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Mag. ( gives him letter )
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Enter , LUCRETIA PEACOCK, R. E.Lucretia .( affectedly )
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Mag. ( aside )
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Enter , HIRAM GULL, L. E., with memorandum book .Gull .( pretending to look at book )
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Gull .( after another pause, impatiently )
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Luc. ( simpering )
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Gull .( in astonishment )
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( exit , ROBIN, R. E. Luc.
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Gull .
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Luc. ( giving him such a look )
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Enter , ROBIN, R. E. Rob.
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Gull .
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Rob.
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Luc. ( gives a scream )
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Gull .( aside )
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Mag.
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Enter , MRS. BIRD, L. E., hat and shawl . MAGPIE comes down . Mrs. B.
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Mag. ( putting her hands to her ears )
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Mag.
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Enter , SERVANT, R. E., with rugs .Servant .
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Mag.
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Enter , TIMOTHY QUAIL, L. E.Timothy .( laying hat on table )
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Mag. ( runs after him and brings him back to C.)
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Tim. ( looking in every direction )
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Mag. ( pouting )
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ROBIN appears at C. E. Rob. ( dancing up and down )
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Tim. ( runs around distractedly )
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Mag. ( runs to rugs )
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TIMOTHY crawls under rugs, leaves hat on table , MAGPIE hurriedly arranges rugs so that he is completely hidden . Rob. ( at door )
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MAGPIE hurriedly ssts L. of table, snatches up book and pretends to be reading .
Enter , MRS. BIRD, C. E.
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Mag. ( starting )
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SERVANT appears at C. E., announces .Servant .
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Enter , BLUSTER CROW, L., 2 E. Mrs. B. ( going toward CROW)
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Mag. ( aside )
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Crow .
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Mag.
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Crow .
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Mag.
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Crow .
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Mag.
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Crow .
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Mag. ( aside )
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Enter , ROBIN, R., 2 E., CROW stands looking at rugs .
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Crow .
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Mag.
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Crow .
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Mag.
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Crow .( anxiously )
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Mag.
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Crow .
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Mag.
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Crow .
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Enter , ROBIN, C. E., hastily . Rob.
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Crow .
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Mag.
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Rob.
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Tim. ( sticks head out )
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Mag.
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Enter , ROBIN, R. E., and runs out C. E. Tim. ( crawls out )
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( exit , R. E., hurriedly Mag.
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Enter , ROBIN, R. E., with the two bottles . Rob.
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Enter , LUCRETIA, R. E. Luc.
Contains 40 words in 5 sentences using 191 chars.
Enter , SERVANT, L., 2 E.Servant .
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Luc. ( snatches letter and looks at it )
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Enter , SERVANT, L., 2 E.
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Rob. ( sticks head in door )
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Enter , NIGHTENGALE THRUSH, R. E. Night.
Contains 31 words in 3 sentences using 140 chars.
Enter , MAGPIE, L. E., tiptoes softly up behind NIGHTENGALE. Mag.
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Night. ( springing up, puts letter behind her, is a little embarrassed )
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Mag.
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Night.
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Mag.
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Night.
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Mag.
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Night.
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Mag.
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Night.
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Mag.
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Night. ( looking at letter )
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Mag.
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Night.
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Mag.
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Night.
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Mag.
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Night.
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Night.
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Night.
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Mag.
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Night.
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Mag. ( dictating )
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Night.
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Mag.
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Enter , SERVANT, L., 2 E.
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( gathers hair up on top of head Night.
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Mag.
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Night.
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Mag.
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Night.
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Mag.
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Servant .( outside )
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Night.
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Mag.
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Enter , SERVANT and GUSTAVUS ORIOLE, L., 2 E.Servant .( announcing )
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Mag. ( rising quickly and offering her hand )
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Gustavus .( taking her hand )
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Mag.
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Gus. ( both sit at table )
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Mag. ( aside )
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Gus.
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Mag.
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Gus.
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Mag. ( aside )
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Gus. ( aside )
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Mag.
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Gus.
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Mag. ( rising )
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Gus. ( starting up in amaze )
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Mag.
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Gus.
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Mag ,
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Gus.
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Gus. ( aside )
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Mag.
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Gus.
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Mag. ( aside )
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Gus.
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Gus.
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Gus.
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Mag.
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Night. ( off R.)
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Mag.
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Enter , NIGHTENGALE, R. E.
Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 36 chars.
Night.
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Gus.
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Mag.
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Night. ( laughing )
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( sees her mistake and makes a gesture of dismay Gus. ( astonished )
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Mag. ( quickly )
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Gus.
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Mag. ( emphatically )
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Night.
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Mrs. B. ( outside )
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Mag.
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Gus.
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Night.
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Gus.
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Night.
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Gus.
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Night.
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Gus.
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Night. ( embarrassed )
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Gus.
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Night.
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Gus.
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Night.
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Gus.
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Night. ( momentarily forgetting herself )
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Gus. ( also rising )
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Night. ( recollecting herself )
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Gus. ( aside )
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Night. ( quickly )
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Gus. ( holds out hand )
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Night. ( places her hand in his, slowly )
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Gus.
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Night. ( aside )
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Gus.
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Night.
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Enter , MAGPIE, R. E. Mag.
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Night ,
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Mag.
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Gus.
Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars.
(GUSTAVUS bows — exit , GUSTAVUS and NIGHTENGALE, L., 2 E., talking Mag. ( looking after them )
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Enter , CHOLLIE, L. E. Chol.
Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars.
Luc. ( outside )
Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars.
Enter , ROBIN, R., 2 E. Rob. ( aside )
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Enter , MRS. BIRD, R. E. Mrs. B.
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Omnes .
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( all search under the table, behind sofa, etc.Enter , LUCRETIA, L. E., on a run, shrieking, her wig is on crooked, a large bright red spot on each cheek, face covered with flour . Luc.
Contains 16 words in 5 sentences using 62 chars.
Rob.
Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars.
Luc.
Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars.
Enter , GULL, L., 2 E.Gull .
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LUCRETIA seeing him, shrieks and faints in CHOLLIE'S arms, he supports her with difficulty — all stand looking at her in amaze — ROBIN, L., laughing .CURTAIN .
ACT II. SCENE. — Room at MRS. GOLDFINCH'S home — evening — rich furniture, curtains C. door, backed by interior; door R. back, leading to conservatory, door L., table L. with large plants, tete L. front, chairs, etc., large mirror R. front .Enter , NIGHTENGALE and GUSTAVUS, R., 2 E., with long cloaks on, concealing costumes . Night.
Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars.
Gus.
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Night. ( gayly )
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Gus. ( eagerly )
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Night.
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Gus. ( sarcastically )
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Night. ( comes to iete and sits, aside )
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Gus.
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Night.
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Gus.
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Night.
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Gus.
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Night. ( after a slight pause )
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Gus.
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Night.
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Gus.
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Night
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Gus.
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Night.
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Gus.
Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars.
Night. ( leaning toward him, impetuously )
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Gus.
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Night.
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Gus.
Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars.
Night.
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Gus. ( catching her hand, reproachfully )
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Night.
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Gus.
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Night. ( rises, throws off cloak )
Contains 82 words in 6 sentences using 410 chars.
Enter , MRS. GOLDFINCH, L., 2 E., mask in hand . Mrs. G.
Contains 24 words in 5 sentences using 119 chars.
Enter , GULL, L. E., masked .
Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 63 chars.
Gull .
Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars.
Mrs. G.
Contains 33 words in 4 sentences using 155 chars.
Gull .
Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 85 chars.
Mrs. G.
Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 98 chars.
Gull .
Contains 39 words in 3 sentences using 197 chars.
Mrs. G. ( aside )
Contains 17 words in 4 sentences using 75 chars.
Enter , LUCRETIA, L. E., masked, steps behind plant and listens .Gull .
Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars.
Luc. ( tears off mask and glares at him — aside )
Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars.
Mrs. G.
Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars.
Gull .( gallantly )
Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 92 chars.
Luc. ( aside )
Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars.
Mrs. G.
Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars.
Gull .
Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars.
Luc. ( aside )
Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 79 chars.
Mrs. G. ( rising )
Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 33 chars.
Gull .
Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars.
Mrs. G.
Contains 31 words in 6 sentences using 153 chars.
Gull .
Contains 12 words in 4 sentences using 76 chars.
Luc.
Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 69 chars.
Gull .
Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars.
Luc.
Contains 21 words in 5 sentences using 126 chars.
Gull .
Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars.
MAGPIE appears at C. door, mask in hand, runs behind plants and listens . Luc. ( giving him another shake )
Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 56 chars.
Gull .
Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars.
Luc.
Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 137 chars.
Gull .
Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars.
Luc.
Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 92 chars.
Gull .
Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars.
Luc.
Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars.
Gull .
Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars.
Luc.
Contains 16 words in 4 sentences using 83 chars.
( puts handkerchief to face and hurriedly exits , R. E.Gull .( draws a long breath )
Contains 31 words in 5 sentences using 142 chars.
Mag. ( comes out )
Contains 52 words in 7 sentences using 246 chars.
Enter , CRGW, L., 2 E.Crow .( rubbing his hands )
Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 92 chars.
Mag.
Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars.
Crow .
Contains 27 words in 5 sentences using 145 chars.
Mag. ( aside )
Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 92 chars.
Crow .
Contains 34 words in 1 sentence using 235 chars.
Mag.
Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars.
Crow .
Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars.
Mag.
Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars.
Crow .
Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars.
Mag.
Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars.
Crow .
Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars.
Mag.
Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars.
Crow .
Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars.
Mag.
Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 133 chars.
Crow .
Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars.
Mag.
Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 127 chars.
Crow .
Contains 18 words in 5 sentences using 97 chars.
Mag.
Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars.
Enter , NIGHTENGALE, L. E., masked . Mag.
Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars.
Night. ( takes off mask )
Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.
Mag.
Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars.
Night. ( going to tete )
Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 30 chars.
Mag.
Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars.
Night. ( nervously )
Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars.
Mag.
Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 92 chars.
Night.
Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 107 chars.
Mag. ( leaning over tete and looking into her face )
Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars.
Night. ( quickly, turning away a little )
Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 7 chars.
Mag.
Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 119 chars.
Night.
Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars.
Mag.
Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 81 chars.
Night.
Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 56 chars.
Mag.
Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars.
Night.
Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars.
Mag.
Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars.
Night.
Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars.
Mag.
Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars.
Night.
Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars.
Mag.
Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 9 chars.
Night.
Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars.
Mag.
Contains 30 words in 7 sentences using 134 chars.
Exit , MAGPIE, L., 2 E. — NIGHTENGALE rises, puts on mask, goes to mirror and arranges her hair .
Enter , GULL, L. E.
Gull .
Contains 36 words in 6 sentences using 195 chars.
Night.
Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars.
Gull .
Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 94 chars.
Night.
Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars.
Gull .
Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars.
Night.
Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 38 chars.
Gull .
Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 27 chars.
Night.
Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 73 chars.
Gull .
Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars.
Night.
Contains 32 words in 4 sentences using 174 chars.
Gull .
Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars.
Night.
Contains 55 words in 3 sentences using 282 chars.
Gull .
Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars.
Night.
Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars.
Gull .
Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars.
Night.
Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars.
Gull .
Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars.
Night.
Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 150 chars.
Gull .
Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars.
Night. ( removing mask )
Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars.
Gull .
Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars.
Night.
Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 86 chars.
Gull .
Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars.
Night.
Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars.
Gull .
Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars.
Night. ( coldly )
Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars.
Gull .
Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 95 chars.
Night.
Contains 32 words in 4 sentences using 152 chars.
Enter , MRS. GOLDFINCH, L. E., masked . Mrs. G.
Contains 40 words in 4 sentences using 195 chars.
MAGPIE and CHOLLIE appear at L., 2 E., both masked . Mag. ( pointing to MRS. GOLDFINCH)
Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars.
Chol. ( coming forward, hastily )
Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars.
Mrs. G. ( looks up )
Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars.
Chol.
Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars.
Mrs. G.
Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars.
Chol.
Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 75 chars.
Mrs. G.
Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars.
Chol.
Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 61 chars.
Mrs. G. ( aside )
Contains 13 words in 4 sentences using 80 chars.
Chol. ( tears off mask and kneels on one knee )
Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars.
Mrs. G.
Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars.
Chol.
Contains 21 words in 4 sentences using 108 chars.
Mrs. G.
Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars.
Chol.
Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars.
Mrs. G.
Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars.
Chol. ( catching her hand and kissing it rapturously )
Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars.
Mrs. G. ( smothering a laugh )
Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars.
Chol. ( springing up )
Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars.
Mrs. G. ( taking off mask )
Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars.
Chol. ( exclaims )
Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars.
Mrs. G.
Contains 33 words in 6 sentences using 152 chars.
Chol.
Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 123 chars.
( exit , L. E. Mrs. G. ( following )
Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 104 chars.
Enter , CROW, L., 2 E., and two SERVANTS.Crow .
Contains 30 words in 2 sentences using 143 chars.
They take positions — maskers come in couples, each taking off mask and handing it — some of them recognize each other and converse in dumb show .Enter , GUSTAVUS and MAGPIE, L., 2 E., and cross R.Mag ,( aside )
Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars.
Gus. ( aside, looks around anxiously )
Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars.
Enter , TIMOTHY and LADY, cross to L. Mag.
Contains 24 words in 6 sentences using 133 chars.
Gus. ( slightly embarrassed )
Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 85 chars.
Mag. ( aside )
Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars.
Enter , GULL and LUCRETIA, cross to L.
Contains 71 words in 8 sentences using 352 chars.
Enter , CHOLLIE, L., 2 E., with LADY, they unmask . Chol. ( aside )
Contains 19 words in 4 sentences using 93 chars.
Tim.
Contains 31 words in 3 sentences using 154 chars.
Crow .
Contains 34 words in 3 sentences using 194 chars.
NIGHTENGALE throws back curtain of C. E. and enters — she pauses at door and looks at GUSTAVUS, who starts violently — all applaud . Chol. ( aside )
Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars.
Gus. ( aside )
Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars.
NIGHTENGALE comes slowly to front of stage, keeping her eyes on GUSTAVUS face — GULL watches her .Gull .( aside, as if struck by an idea )
Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars.
Gus. ( aside )
Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars.
( folds arms and turns away Mag. ( aside )
Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars.
Night. ( aside )
Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars.
NIGHTENGALE sings song — as she proceeds , GUSTAVUS turns and watches her — as she sings last few bars of song she turns and looks at GUSTAVUS, who looks at her haughtily, then crosses to L. and exit , L. E. — at close of song, all move toward C. E., NIGHTENGALE starts hurriedly toward R. E. — song can be omitted if necessary . Chol. ( intercepting her eagerly )
Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars.
Night.
Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars.
Chol.
Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars.
Night. ( imperiously )
Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars.
( he moves hurriedly aside, she exits R. E. Chol. ( looking after her )
Contains 87 words in 8 sentences using 397 chars.
Crow .
Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars.
Mag.
Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars.
Tim. ( crossing to MAGPIE)
Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars.
Mag.
Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars.
Tim.
Contains 4 words in 3 sentences using 20 chars.
Mag.
Contains 34 words in 6 sentences using 162 chars.
( exit , L. E.Crow .
Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 111 chars.
( exit , L., 2 E.Gull .( offering his arm )
Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars.
Luc.
Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 86 chars.
Gull .( aside )
Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 66 chars.
Enter , MAGPIE and TIMOTHY, L. E. Mag.
Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars.
Tim.
Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 100 chars.
Mag.
Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars.
Tim.
Contains 26 words in 1 sentence using 143 chars.
Mag. ( aside )
Contains 26 words in 5 sentences using 115 chars.
Tim.
Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars.
Enter , GUSTAVUS, L. E., stands and listens . Mag.
Contains 25 words in 5 sentences using 154 chars.
Tim.
Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars.
Mag.
Contains 55 words in 4 sentences using 258 chars.
Tim.
Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars.
Mag.
Contains 47 words in 3 sentences using 217 chars.
Tim.
Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars.
Mag.
Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 86 chars.
Tim.
Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 9 chars.
Enter , GULL, L. E. Gus.
Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 100 chars.
Enter , MRS. GOLDFINCH, L. E., goes behind plants .Gull .
Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars.
Gus.
Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 57 chars.
Gull .
Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars.
Gus.
Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars.
Gull .
Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars.
Gus.
Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars.
Gull .
Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 86 chars.
Gus.
Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars.
Gull .
Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars.
Gus.
Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.
Gull .
Contains 29 words in 2 sentences using 154 chars.
Gus.
Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars.
Gull .
Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 142 chars.
Gus.
Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.
Gull .
Contains 35 words in 3 sentences using 182 chars.
( exit , MRS. GOLDFINCH, L. E. Gus. ( aside )
Contains 40 words in 7 sentences using 200 chars.
Gull .
Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 78 chars.
Enter , TIMOTHY, L., 2 E. Tim.
Contains 46 words in 4 sentences using 217 chars.
Enter , MAGPIE, L., 2 E. Mag.
Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars.
Tim.
Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars.
Mag. ( walks over and looks at plants )
Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars.
Tim.
Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 35 chars.
( she turns suddenly, he backs to R. of stage, and stands trembling Tim.
Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars.
Mag.
Contains 8 words in 4 sentences using 45 chars.
Tim.
Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars.
Mag.
Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 69 chars.
Tim. ( sidling up to her )
Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars.
Mag.
Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars.
Tim. ( jumping )
Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars.
Mag. ( aside )
Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars.
Tim.
Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 100 chars.
Mag.
Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars.
Tim.
Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars.
Mag.
Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars.
Tim.
Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars.
Mag.
Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars.
Mim.
Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars.
Mag.
Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars.
Tim.
Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars.
Mag. ( aside )
Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars.
Tim.
Contains 29 words in 1 sentence using 125 chars.
( exit , L. E., hurriedly Mag.
Contains 43 words in 6 sentences using 209 chars.
MRS. GOLDFINCH and GUSTAVUS appear at C. E. Mrs. G.
Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars.
Enter , NIGHTENGALE. R. E.
Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars.
Gus.
Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars.
Night. ( aside )
Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars.
Mrs. G.
Contains 31 words in 3 sentences using 138 chars.
Enter , GUSTAVUS, C. E., sees NIGHTENGALE, bows stiffly and starts to retreat . Night. ( extending hand )
Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars.
Gus. ( haughtily )
Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars.
Night. ( aside )
Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars.
Gus.
Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars.
Night.
Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 85 chars.
Gus.
Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 79 chars.
Night. ( starts )
Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.
Gus. ( aside )
Contains 32 words in 4 sentences using 177 chars.
Night.
Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars.
Gus.
Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 125 chars.
Night.
Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars.
Gus.
Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars.
Night. ( aside )
Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 92 chars.
Gus.
Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 90 chars.
Night.
Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars.
Gus.
Contains 46 words in 5 sentences using 239 chars.
Night.
Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars.
Gus.
Contains 48 words in 4 sentences using 255 chars.
Night. ( drawing herself up haughtily )
Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.
Gus.
Contains 47 words in 2 sentences using 226 chars.
Enter , TIMOTHY and MAGPIE, L. E.
Contains 36 words in 5 sentences using 171 chars.
Night. ( stretches out arms )
Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars.
( staggers, is caught by TIMOTHY and MAGPIECURTAIN .
ACT III. SCENE. — Sitting-room in the home of the BIRD family , ( not same as Act 1st. ) — C. E. with curtains, backed by interior; doors L. and R., table R. of C., with vase of flowers, books, etc.; chairs R. and L. of table, also other chairs in convenient positions, sofa L. of C. front, mirror back L. of C. — NIGHTENGALE is discovered sitting on sofa , MAGPIE leaning over back . Mag.
Contains 43 words in 3 sentences using 209 chars.
Night.
Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars.
Mag.
Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars.
Night. ( starting )
Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars.
Mag. ( aside )
Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars.
Night.
Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars.
Mag.
Contains 33 words in 3 sentences using 157 chars.
Night. ( aside )
Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars.
Mag.
Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars.
Night.
Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 100 chars.
Mag.
Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars.
Night.
Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars.
Mag.
Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars.
Night.
Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars.
Mag.
Contains 46 words in 5 sentences using 211 chars.
Night.
Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars.
Mag. ( looking at her )
Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 107 chars.
Night.
Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars.
Mag.
Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 108 chars.
Night. ( nervously )
Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 52 chars.
Mag.
Contains 16 words in 5 sentences using 89 chars.
Night.
Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 74 chars.
Mag.
Contains 10 words in 4 sentences using 49 chars.
Night.
Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 97 chars.
Mag.
Contains 71 words in 7 sentences using 325 chars.
Enter , TIMOTHY. L., 2 E.
Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars.
Tim. ( startled )
Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars.
Mag.
Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 78 chars.
Tim.
Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars.
Mag.
Contains 20 words in 5 sentences using 87 chars.
Tim.
Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 28 chars.
Mag.
Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars.
Tim.
Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars.
Mag.
Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars.
Tim.
Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 63 chars.
Mag.
Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars.
Tim.
Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars.
Mag.
Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars.
Tim. ( angrily )
Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars.
Mag.
Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars.
Tim. ( runs and takes her hand )
Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars.
Mag. ( eagerly )
Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.
Tim. ( drops her hand and backs off )
Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars.
Mag. ( aside )
Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars.
Enter , ROBIN, L., 2 E. Rob. ( looking out door R.)
Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars.
Mrs. B. ( outside )
Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars.
TIMOTHY crouches down under table, pulling cloth over R. and back, to conceal him — books, vases, etc. almost fall off . Mag.
Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars.
( stands back to table to hide it Rob.
Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars.
Enter , MRS. BIRD, R. E. Mrs. B.
Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars.
Mag.
Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars.
As MRS. BIRD starts to cross to L., MAG moves round L., MRS. BIRD starts toward chair L. of table . Rob. ( quickly )
Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars.
Mrs. B. ( running to mirror ).
Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars.
Rob.
Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars.
Mrs. B. ( arranging hair )
Contains 35 words in 5 sentences using 178 chars.
Mag. ( stammering )
Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars.
Rob.
Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars.
Mrs. B.
Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 76 chars.
Rob. ( suddenly )
Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 33 chars.
( points off L., MRS. BIRD runs to C. E Tim. ( whispering )
Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars.
Mag. ( aside to TIMOTHY)
Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars.
Tim.
Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars.
Mag.
Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars.
Mrs. B.
Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars.
Rob.
Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars.
Mrs. B.
Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 107 chars.
Mag. ( aside )
Contains 28 words in 3 sentences using 124 chars.
Mrs. B. ( turns suddenly round and sees table cloth all on one side )
Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars.
( starts for table Mag. ( quickly )
Contains 36 words in 3 sentences using 168 chars.
Mrs. B.
Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars.
( starts for table Mag. ( gives a scream )
Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 23 chars.
Mrs. B. ( screams, runs and jumps on chair )
Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars.
( gathers up skirts Mag.
Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 36 chars.
Mrs. B. ( getting down )
Contains 33 words in 7 sentences using 169 chars.
Tim. ( jumps up, runs to C. E.)
Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars.
( exit , R., 2 E., after seeing that MRS. BIRD is out of sight Mag. ( strikes an attitude )
Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars.
Enter , MRS. BIRD and ROBIN, L., 2 E., ROBIN limps . Mrs. B.
Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 94 chars.
Rob. ( aside )
Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars.
Mrs. B.
Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars.
MAGPIE arranges table, they cross L., MRS. BIRD exit , L. E., ROBIN turns at door . Rob. ( gives a jump, kicks up heels )
Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars.
( exit , L. E. Mag.
Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars.
Enter , CROW, L. E.Crow .( coming down )
Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 108 chars.
Mag.
Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars.
Crow .
Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars.
Mag. ( aside )
Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars.
Crow .
Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars.
Mag. ( aside )
Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars.
Crow .
Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars.
Mag.
Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars.
Crow .
Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars.
Mag.
Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 96 chars.
Crow .
Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars.
Mag.
Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars.
Crow .
Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars.
Mag.
Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars.
Crow .( aside )
Contains 36 words in 5 sentences using 175 chars.
Mag. ( aside )
Contains 32 words in 5 sentences using 152 chars.
Crow .( amazed )
Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 47 chars.
Mag.
Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars.
Crow .
Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars.
Mag.
Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 61 chars.
Crow .
Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars.
Mag.
Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 87 chars.
Crow .
Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars.
Mag.
Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars.
Crow .
Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 134 chars.
Mag.
Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 9 chars.
Crow .
Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.
Mag. ( points to door )
Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 82 chars.
Crow .
Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars.
Mag. ( still pointing )
Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars.
Crow .
Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars.
Mag.
Contains 35 words in 3 sentences using 169 chars.
( exit , R. E.Enter , GULL and LUCRETIA, R., 2 E. Luc.
Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 65 chars.
Enter , NIGHTENGALE, L. E., stops and listens .Gull .
Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars.
Luc.
Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars.
Gull .
Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 92 chars.
Luc.
Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars.
Gull .
Contains 30 words in 2 sentences using 143 chars.
Luc.
Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars.
Gull .
Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 70 chars.
Luc.
Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars.
Gull .
Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars.
Luc.
Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars.
Gull .
Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars.
Luc.
Contains 9 words in 4 sentences using 44 chars.
Luc.
Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars.
Luc.
Contains 12 words in 4 sentences using 70 chars.
Night. ( comes down )
Contains 27 words in 6 sentences using 126 chars.
Enter , MRS. GOLDFINCH, L., 2 E. Mrs. G.
Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars.
Night.
Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars.
Mrs. G.
Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 133 chars.
Night. ( startled )
Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars.
Mrs. G.
Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 88 chars.
Night.
Contains 4 words in 3 sentences using 18 chars.
Mrs. G.
Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 105 chars.
Night.
Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars.
Mrs. G.
Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 69 chars.
Night. ( passionately )
Contains 81 words in 10 sentences using 425 chars.
Mrs. G.
Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars.
HIRAM GULL appears at R., 2 E. Night ( aside, in dismay )
Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars.
Mrs. G.
Contains 34 words in 4 sentences using 186 chars.
Night. ( turning around impetuously )
Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 65 chars.
( weeps — GULL makes gesture of triumph and disappears Mrs. G. ( caressing her )
Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars.
Night. ( recovering )
Contains 48 words in 9 sentences using 259 chars.
Mrs. G.
Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars.
Night.
Contains 24 words in 4 sentences using 130 chars.
Mrs. G.
Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars.
Enter , CHOLLIE, R. E.
Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 27 chars.
Chol. ( shortly )
Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars.
Mrs. G.
Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars.
Chol.
Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 10 chars.
Mrs. G.
Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars.
Chol.
Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars.
Mrs. G.
Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 64 chars.
Chol.
Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars.
Mrs. G.
Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 84 chars.
Chol.
Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars.
Mrs. G.
Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars.
Chol.
Contains 17 words in 4 sentences using 73 chars.
Mrs. G.
Contains 41 words in 7 sentences using 180 chars.
Enter , MAGPIE, R. E. Mag.
Contains 53 words in 6 sentences using 239 chars.
Enter , TIMOTHY, L., 2 E. Tim.
Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars.
Mag.
Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 75 chars.
Tim.
Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars.
Mag.
Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars.
Tim. ( sharply )
Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars.
Mag.
Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars.
Tim.
Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars.
Mag.
Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars.
Tim.
Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars.
Mag. ( shyly )
Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars.
Tim.
Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars.
Mag.
Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars.
Tim.
Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars.
Mag.
Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars.
Tim.
Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars.
Mag.
Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars.
Tim.
Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars.
Mag.
Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars.
Enter , MRS. BIRD, L. E. Mrs. B.
Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars.
MAGPIE screams and runs L., TIMOTHY goes R. and makes a dash for the door .
Enter , EAGLE, L., 2 E. — TIMOTHY runs against him as he enters .
Eagle .
Contains 57 words in 5 sentences using 282 chars.
Mag. ( aside )
Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars.
Tim.
Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars.
Eagle .
Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars.
Mrs. B. ( holding out hand )
Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 74 chars.
Tim ,
Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 69 chars.
Mrs. B.
Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars.
Mag. ( looking out of C. E.)
Contains 20 words in 5 sentences using 98 chars.
Eagle .
Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars.
Mrs. B.
Contains 15 words in 5 sentences using 74 chars.
Enter , LUCRETIA, R., 2 E. Luc.
Contains 31 words in 3 sentences using 152 chars.
Enter , NIGHTENGALE, L., 2 E. Night.
Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars.
Luc.
Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars.
Night.
Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 84 chars.
Luc. ( simpering )
Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars.
Enter , GULL, R., 2 E. Night.
Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars.
Luc. ( screams )
Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars.
Gull .( coming forward )
Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars.
Night.
Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars.
Luc.
Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars.
Night.
Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars.
Luc.
Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars.
Night.
Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 6 chars.
Luc.
Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars.
Night.
Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars.
Luc. ( screams, turns to GULL)
Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars.
Gull .( aside )
Contains 30 words in 4 sentences using 135 chars.
Luc.
Contains 54 words in 10 sentences using 264 chars.
Night.
Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 109 chars.
Gull .
Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars.
Night.
Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars.
Gull .
Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars.
Night.
Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars.
Gull .
Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars.
Night.
Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.
Gull .
Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars.
Night.
Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars.
Gull .
Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 95 chars.
Night.
Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars.
Gull .
Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 94 chars.
Night.
Contains 51 words in 4 sentences using 267 chars.
Gull .( aside )
Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars.
Night.
Contains 35 words in 3 sentences using 175 chars.
Gull .( aside )
Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 125 chars.
Night.
Contains 67 words in 5 sentences using 335 chars.
Gull .
Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars.
Night.
Contains 15 words in 4 sentences using 65 chars.
Enter , EAGLE, L. E.
Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 71 chars.
Gull .( sees EAGLE, aside )
Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars.
Eagle .
Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars.
Gull .
Contains 30 words in 2 sentences using 138 chars.
Eagle .
Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars.
Enter , OFFICER, C. E.
Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars.
Gull .( starts )
Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars.
Officer .
Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars.
Gull .( aside )
Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 121 chars.
(OFFICER handcuffs GULLEnter , GUSTAVUS, R., 2 E.Eagle .
Contains 33 words in 2 sentences using 170 chars.
Gull .
Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 105 chars.
Gus. ( aside )
Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars.
Eagle .
Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars.
Gull .
Contains 96 words in 11 sentences using 504 chars.
( exit , OFFICER and GULL, L., 2 E. Night. ( coldly )
Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars.
( exit , L. E. Gus. ( aside )
Contains 30 words in 4 sentences using 161 chars.
Eagle .
Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars.
Gus.
Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars.
Eagle .
Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars.
Gus.
Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars.
Eagle .
Contains 78 words in 3 sentences using 408 chars.
Gus.
Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars.
Eagle .
Contains 35 words in 2 sentences using 177 chars.
( exit , L., 2 E. Gus.
Contains 40 words in 5 sentences using 191 chars.
( exit , R., 2 E.Enter , NIGHTENGALE, L. E. Night. ( looks around )
Contains 81 words in 11 sentences using 422 chars.
Enter , GUSTAVUS, R., 2 E. Gus. ( aside )
Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars.
Night.
Contains 3 words in 4 sentences using 17 chars.
Gus.
Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars.
Night.
Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars.
Gus.
Contains 35 words in 4 sentences using 156 chars.
Night. ( coldly )
Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars.
Gus.
Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars.
Night.
Contains 28 words in 3 sentences using 141 chars.
Gus.
Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars.
Night. ( passionately )
Contains 27 words in 6 sentences using 148 chars.
Gus.
Contains 26 words in 4 sentences using 121 chars.
Night. ( aside )
Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars.
Gus.
Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 119 chars.
( going Night.
Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars.
Gus. ( turns )
Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 123 chars.
Night.
Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars.
Gus.
Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 8 chars.
Enter , MAGPIE, R., 2 E. Mag.
Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 78 chars.
Enter , MRS. BIRD, CHOLLIE, ROBIN and TIMOTHY, R., 2 E.
Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 63 chars.
Tim.
Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars.
Chol. ,( aside )
Contains 53 words in 10 sentences using 236 chars.