The Kreutzer Sonata Mitchell, Langdon Elwyn Derived Text Format to access the structural information conversion Mathias Göbel TextGrid CC-BY-4.0 Lizenzvertrag Langdon Elwyn Mitchell, 1862 – 1935 The Kreutzer Sonata: A Play in Four Acts: Adapted from the Yiddish of Jacob Gordin by Langdon Mitchell New York Harrison Grey Fiske 78 p. Gregor . Celia . Gregor's voice . Natasha . Beila . Miriam . Belia . Samuel and David . David . Samuel . John . Raphael . Rebecca . Ephroym . Drama Prose data extraction from source 1907 First performed: September 10, 1906
PERSONS OF THE DRAMA Raphael Friedlander, A Wealthy Contractor Rebecca Friedlander, His Wife . Miriam Friedlander, Their Daughter . Celia Friedlander, Their Daughter . Samuel Friedlander, Their Son . David, Miriam's Child . Ephroym Randar, A Musician . Beila Randar, His Wife . Gregor Randar, Their Son . Natasha, Servant of the Friedlanders . John, Man of all Work . Katia, A Servant .
ACT I. Raphael Friedlander's House, Krementschug, Russia. (Seven years elapse.) ACT II. Gregor Randar's Flat, New York. (Seven months elapse.) ACT III. Friedlander's Farm-House, Connecticut. (Eleven months elapse.) ACT IV. Ephroym's Conservatory of Music, Houston Street, New York.
ACT I. SCENE: Drawing-room in Raphael Friedlander's house; Krementschug, Russia. Noon of a day in May. Doors, R. 2 E., Back L. C., and L. 2 E. Wide window back R. C., through which the city is seen. Curtain rises on Celia, practicing a difficult etude. She sits on revolving piano stool, down L. After the curtain is up she continues, trying the same passage over and over again. As she begins the passage the third time enter Natasha, R. Natasha has a work basket, knitting material, etc. She glances at Celia, who continues practicing and does not see Natasha. Natasha places her things on table, down R., and sits at table; begins knitting or sewing, glances at Celia, sighs and looks up, as if wishing Celia would stop. Celia begins the passage all over again, and Natasha can't stand it . Natasha .

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 4 chars .

Celia .

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Celia . ( Natasha continues sewing )

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Celia .

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Natasha .

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Celia .

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Natasha ( Tranquilly )

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Celia .

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Natasha . ( Does not look at Celia at all, but goes on sewing; speaks in same tranquil tone, but now a little sadly )

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Celia .

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Natasha .

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Celia .

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Natasha . ( Shakes her head )

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Celia .

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Natasha .

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Celia .

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Natasha . ( Sadly )

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Celia . ( Curiously )

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Natasha . ( Quickly, with an anxious glance, speaking falsely )

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Natasha .

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Celia .

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Natasha .

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Celia . ( Bell distantly )

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Natasha .

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Celia .

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( Natasha stops up L. Celia turns. Enter Samuel, L. ) Natasha .

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Samuel .

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Rebecca .

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Samuel .

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Rebecca .

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Samuel .

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Celia . ( Over her shoulder )

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Rebecca .

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Samuel . ( To Celia )

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Celia .

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Rebecca . ( To Samuel )

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Samuel .

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Rebecca .

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( Samuel shrugs his shoulders and turns to the piano, sits on stool and is about to play ) Celia . ( To Rebecca )

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Samuel .

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Rebecca .

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Celia . ( Maliciously )

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( Samuel snickers. Rebecca bridles. Celia listens as she hears the last strokes of the city clock striking. Re-enter Natasha, back; she comes in slowly — looks sadder ) Natasha . ( To Rebecca )

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( Rebecca makes a movement of impatience. Raphael's voice off ) Raphael . ( Calling )

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( Natasha comes down as if about to cross ) Samuel .

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Raphael . ( Voice off )

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Natasha .

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( Door, R., opens. Enter Raphael. Natasha stops above C. Celia is up back. Rebecca down L. Rebecca at once loses her supercilious manner. She watches Raphael rather carefully. Celia, too, loses her levity. Raphael comes to table, down R. — stops ) Raphael . ( To Natasha )

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Rebecca .

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Raphael .

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Natasha .

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Raphael .

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Natasha .

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Miriam .

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Raphael .

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( He crosses ) Miriam .

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Raphael .

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Miriam .

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Raphael .

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Miriam .

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Raphael . ( Sternly )

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Miriam .

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Raphael .

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Raphael .

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Miriam .

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Raphael .

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Miriam .

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Raphael . ( Calmer )

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Miriam .

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Raphael . ( Speaks quietly but bitterly )

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Miriam . ( Bus. Pause. )

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( Raphael is sitting down, R. Miriam is down, L. Pause, bus. ) Raphael .

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Miriam .

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Raphael .

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Miriam .

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Raphael .

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Celia .

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Raphael .

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Celia .

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Raphael .

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Celia .

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( Raphael rises and comes down below C. Celia takes up the book. Miriam sees her do so, and comes down below C. ) Raphael .

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( Celia casually looks into book; speaks with the utmost lightness of insincerity ) Celia .

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( Miriam lays her hand on Raphael's arm ) Raphael . (Smiles)

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Miriam . ( Aside to Raphael )

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Celia .

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( Bell is heard distantly. Celia goes up quickly to window; looks out ) Raphael . ( To Miriam )

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( Miriam moves as if to go back at once; stops and turns to Raphael ) Miriam .

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( Raphael looks at her sternly ) Raphael .

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( Miriam goes up slowly. Exits slowly back — pause for this ) Celia .

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Raphael .

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( Celia pouts with disappointment ) Celia .

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( Raphael waves her to the door, R. More sternly. Door opens L. Enter Natasha. Celia quickly exit, R. ) Natasha .

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( They stand. Natasha shuts the door; stands at door and observes them. Ephroym keeps his hat on ) Raphael .

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( Natasha observes the couple ) Natasha . ( Apart )

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Ephroym .

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Raphael .

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Ephroym .

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Raphael . ( Bus. cigarettes; offers )

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Ephroym . ( Easy and sits )

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Beila .

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Ephroym .

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Beila . ( Aside to Ephroym )

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 106 chars .

Ephroym .

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( Enter, L., Natasha and a servant with a tray of refreshments. Natasha shuts door. Servant crosses to table, down R. Natasha crosses same. Raphael rises. Servant places tray ) Raphael . ( To Ephroym )

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Ephroym .

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Rebecca .

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Ephroym .

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Raphael . ( To Ephroym and Beila )

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Rebecca .

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Ephroym .

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Raphael .

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Ephroym .

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Beila .

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Ephroym .

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Rebecca . ( To Natasha )

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

Raphael .

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Rebecca . ( To Beila )

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Beila .

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Natasha . ( Curtsies to Raphael )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

Ephroym .

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

Beila .

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( Bell rings ) Ephroym .

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( Raphael rises. Rebecca rises. They go up above C., and Raphael speaks dumb to Rebecca. Ephroym drinks quickly, and puts some of the cakes in his pocket ) Beila .

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Ephroym .

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Gregor . ( To Raphael )

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Raphael . ( Takes out his watch )

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Gregor .

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Raphael .

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Gregor . ( Sits, lolls back in chair )

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Beila . ( Aside to Ephroym )

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Ephroym .

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Beila . ( To Ephroym )

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Raphael . ( To Gregor )

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( Enter Celia R. excitedly. Raphael frowns at interruption. Gregor glances at Celia and instantly rises. He watches her narrowly. As she moves his eyes follow, not her face, but the motions of her body ) Celia .

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

Raphael .

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Celia . ( Looking at Gregor )

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Raphael . ( Looks on table )

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Gregor . ( Bows to Celia )

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Celia .

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Gregor .

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Raphael .

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Celia . ( Still gazing at Gregor )

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Raphael .

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Ephroym .

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Raphael . ( Impatiently )

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Ephroym . ( Sips )

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Raphael . ( More impatiently )

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Ephroym .

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Rebecca .

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Ephroym .

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Beila .

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Ephroym . ( Rises. To Beila )

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Rebecca . ( To Beila at door, R. )

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Ephroym . ( Stops at door, R. )

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( Exit Rebecca, followed by Beila and Ephroym, R. Raphael is still standing above C. Gregor is down, L. Gregor crosses R. and sits near table. Raphael comes down, watches Gregor keenly ) Raphael .

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

Gregor . ( Easily )

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Raphael . ( Interrupts )

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Gregor .

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Raphael .

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Gregor .

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Raphael .

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Gregor .

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Raphael .

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Gregor .

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Raphael .

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Gregor .

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Raphael .

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Gregor .

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Raphael .

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Gregor .

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Raphael .

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Gregor .

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Raphael .

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Exit Raphael, R. Miriam is down, L. Gregor up, R. Gregor comes down C. ) Gregor .

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Miriam .

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

Gregor .

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Miriam .

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Gregor .

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Miriam .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

Gregor .

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Miriam .

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( Turns away and weeps ) Gregor .

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Miriam .

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Gregor .

Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 74 chars .

Miriam .

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( Miriam weeps. Gregor remains lost in thought. Door, back, opens ) Natasha . ( In a whisper )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

Natasha .

Contains 17 words in 5 sentences using 84 chars .

( Raphael enters, R. Gregor rouses himself ) Raphael . ( To Gregor )

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Gregor .

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Raphael . ( To Gregor )

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Samuel .

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Gregor .

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Samuel .

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Raphael .

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( Gregor and Celia speak together in dumb show. Enter Rebecca, Beila and Ephroym. Natasha shuts door, R., and goes up. Rebecca comes down, R. Ephroym and Beila go to C. ) Ephroym . ( As he enters )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

Beila .

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Ephroym . ( To Miriam )

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Beila . ( Softly )

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( Beila embraces Miriam. Ephroym, Beila, Raphael, Samuel together. Rebecca embraces Miriam. Beila and Rebecca congratulate each other. Miriam is now left standing alone. Natasha comes down R. Miriam crosses to Natasha and bus. Celia and Gregor bus. ) Ephroym .

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Beila .

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Ephroym .

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Raphael .

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Ephroym .

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

Beila . ( To Rebecca )

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Celia . ( To Gregor )

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Gregor .

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Celia .

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( They play. He strikes a few chords and then stops to place her hands. Miriam and Natasha are down, R. Miriam sits in arm chair, draws Natasha to her so as to conceal herself from the others ) Miriam .

Contains 28 words in 3 sentences using 128 chars .

Natasha .

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( Falls on her breast and cries softly ) Miriam .

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CURTAIN.
ACT II.

SCENE: Gregor Randar's flat, on the upper East Side ( near Seventy-second Street ), New York. A parlor, with arch and adjoining room at back. Doors, R., L. and R. C. Door from ante-room leads to public hallway. Piano, chairs, sofa, etc. Seven years have elapsed. It is early in June. Forenoon .

Curtain on Samuel entering; leaves door open behind him. Sam is dressed as a young dude of the East Side. Keeps hat on. Looks about for some one .

 Samuel . ( Calls )

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Celia .

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Samuel .

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Celia .

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Samuel . ( Opens his mouth with astonishment )

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Celia .

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Samuel .

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Celia .

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Samuel .

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Celia .

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Samuel .

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Celia .

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Samuel .

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Celia .

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Samuel .

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( Distant violin at intervals throughout scene ) Celia .

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Samuel .

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Celia .

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Samuel .

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Celia .

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Samuel .

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Celia .

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Samuel .

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Celia .

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Samuel .

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( Celia nods assent ) Celia .

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( Door, R., opens. Celia plays a run on the piano. Enter Ephroym and Beila. They come in with smiles, freshly, good-humoredly ) Ephroym . ( To Beila and then to Sam )

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Beila .

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Ephroym . ( To Samuel )

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Samuel . ( Very self-important )

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Ephroym .

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Samuel .

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Ephroym . ( To Beila )

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Samuel .

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Ephroym .

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Beila .

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Ephroym .

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Celia .

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Ephroym .

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Beila .

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Ephroym .

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Samuel ( Calls out door, R. )

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( Enter David, R. ) Beila .

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Ephroym .

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David .

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Samuel .

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David .

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( Beila and Ephroym bus. Violin stops off L., and voices off L. Celia plays an air, forte, and looks over her shoulder, L., watching for Gregor. Enter Gregor with girl pupil. He wears a velvet jacket, smokes a cigar. He accompanies pupil to door back, saying: "Good-day. Be sure you practice." Pupil exits. Pause. He takes every one in cooly, closes door and comes C. slowly ) Gregor . ( To Ephroym and Beila )

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Ephroym . ( To Gregor )

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Gregor .

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Ephroym .

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( Gregor looks at Celia, Celia at Gregor, as if they had mutual communications to make, but Ephroym stands between them ) Beila .

Contains 38 words in 3 sentences using 191 chars .

Ephroym .

Contains 90 words in 6 sentences using 439 chars .

Gregor . ( Crosses, aside to Celia )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

Celia .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

Celia .

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Gregor .

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Ephroym . ( Aside to Samuel )

Contains 41 words in 3 sentences using 209 chars .

( Beila yields to David and moves toward back. Ephroym same ) Gregor . ( Aside to Celia )

Contains 24 words in 1 sentence using 106 chars .

Celia .

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars .

Gregor . ( Catches her arm )

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 110 chars .

Celia .

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars .

Gregor .

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Celia . ( Makes a face at him )

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

Gregor .

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Celia .

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Gregor .

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Celia .

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Gregor .

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Celia .

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 30 chars .

( Re-enter Samuel, R. ) Gregor . ( Sarcastically )

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( David shrinks. Gregor crosses L. Enter Miriam with chocolate on tray. David crosses to her ) David .

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars .

( Miriam smiles at David. Sees Ephroym and Beila, but crosses L. without stopping to welcome them. Places chocolate on table, L. ) Miriam .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

Ephroym . ( To Beila )

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 74 chars .

David .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

( Gregor bus. with chocolate. Miriam crosses to C., greets Ephroym and Beila cordially. Celia comes slowly down, L., bus. of Celia to Gregor from here ) Miriam .

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Ephroym . ( Aside to Miriam )

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Miriam . ( Shakes her head )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

Ephroym .

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Miriam . ( Gently interrupts )

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

Beila .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

( Miriam sighs ) Ephroym .

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Miriam . ( Troubled )

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Ephroym .

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Miriam .

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Ephroym .

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Miriam .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

Beila .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

Ephroym .

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

( Miriam looks across at Celia ) Miriam .

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Samuel . ( To all )

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David .

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Gregor . ( To David )

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

David .

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 12 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

( David goes to Miriam ) Samuel . ( Samuel smiles and nods to David. Speaks to Gregor )

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

Beila .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

David .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

Miriam . ( Gently hushes him. To Beila )

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 107 chars .

David .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

David . ( To Beila )

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 118 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

David .

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 121 chars .

Ephroym .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

David .

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 60 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

David .

Contains 23 words in 1 sentence using 106 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

David .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

( David crosses slowly and exits slowly, L. ) Miriam . ( To Gregor )

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 112 chars .

Gregor . ( Aside to Celia )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

( Exit Gregor, L. Miriam looks troubled ) Miriam . ( To Ephroym and Beila )

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars .

Ephroym .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

Beila .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

Miriam . ( To Beila and Ephroym )

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

Beila .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

Ephroym .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

( Exit Beila and Ephroym, R., followed by Celia. Miriam looks anxiously towards Gregor's room, L., and exits. Empty stage. The voice of Gregor is heard off L., and violin practice. Re-enter Miriam, R. She crosses to L., shows her fear. Pauses near door. Sound of violin. She listens and beats time with her finger. Shows by her expression and gesture that she considers David is playing correctly ) Gregor . ( Voice off L. )

Contains 41 words in 12 sentences using 234 chars .

David . ( Voice off L. )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 40 words in 8 sentences using 179 chars .

( Door opens, L. ) David .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

( David enters up L.; still holds the violin. His hair is disordered. His eyes red with crying. He comes in slowly and looks dazed. Door shuts. He breathes very fast ) David . ( With his back to door, L., he bends his head, as if expecting a blow )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

( David sees her for the first time ) David .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

( David falls into her arms ) Miriam .

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 33 chars .

David .

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars .

( Enter Gregor, L. ) Miriam . ( Releases David )

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 32 words in 4 sentences using 152 chars .

(E xit David, R. ) Gregor .

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

Miriam . ( Feigns not to hear )

Contains 21 words in 4 sentences using 105 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 99 words in 14 sentences using 485 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 89 words in 12 sentences using 423 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 83 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

Gregor.

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

Gregor . ( Excitedly )

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 69 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 30 words in 3 sentences using 136 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 8 words in 4 sentences using 45 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 10 words in 4 sentences using 46 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 67 words in 13 sentences using 309 chars .

( Door bell rings. Kisses her hands and then her [illeg.] passionately. Door bell rings again. David enters, R. ) Gregor . ( To David )

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

David . ( Points to door )

Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 29 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 10 words in 4 sentences using 54 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 11 words in 5 sentences using 66 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 21 words in 4 sentences using 100 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

Raphael . ( Coldly )

Contains 9 words in 4 sentences using 53 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

Natasha . ( Voice off )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

( Natasha enters, a bunch of wild flowers in her hand. Crosses to Miriam. Miriam comes forward ) Miriam .

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars .

Natasha .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

Natasha .

Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 64 chars .

Miriam . ( To David )

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 74 chars .

( David takes flowers and exits, R. ) Natasha .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 47 words in 5 sentences using 236 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

Raphael

Contains 78 words in 11 sentences using 394 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 141 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 29 words in 4 sentences using 145 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 53 words in 7 sentences using 263 chars .

Ephroym .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

Beila .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

( General hearty bus. ) Raphael .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

Samuel .

Contains 53 words in 3 sentences using 264 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

( Miriam and Natasha quiet bus. of talking together on sofa, up stage. Enter Celia, R.; quickly crosses L. ) Ephroym .

Contains 22 words in 4 sentences using 96 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 7 chars .

Ephroym .

Contains 28 words in 4 sentences using 131 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

Ephroym .

Contains 33 words in 3 sentences using 161 chars .

Beila .

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars .

Ephroym .

Contains 124 words in 10 sentences using 589 chars .

Beila .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

Ephroym .

Contains 206 words in 24 sentences using 987 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 100 chars .

Ephroym .

Contains 149 words in 18 sentences using 751 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

Ephroym .

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

Ephroym .

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 58 chars .

Celia .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars .

Celia .

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

( Celia rises and goes up, in anger ) Gregor .

Contains 62 words in 5 sentences using 303 chars .

( Raphael turns to Ephroym. Gregor crosses to Celia, leans over her, and they talk. Natasha observes them. Raphael gives one hundred dollars to Ephroym, but hides it in giving ) Raphael . ( Aside to Ephroym )

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 50 chars .

Ephroym .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

Miriam . ( To Raphael and Beila )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

( General movement ) Ephroym .

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 89 chars .

( Miriam opens door, R. ) Beila .

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 69 chars .

Ephroym . ( As he exits )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

( Exit Ephroym and Beila ) Samuel .

Contains 26 words in 1 sentence using 127 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

( Samuel turns. Raphael makes a gesture. Samuel sees Raphael wishes him to remain ) Celia . ( Aside to Gregor )

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

( Exit Miriam, R. ) Celia . ( To Gregor, crossing )

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars .

Celia . ( Pettishly )

Contains 2 words in 3 sentences using 8 chars .

Natasha .

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 93 chars .

Samuel .

Contains 41 words in 6 sentences using 190 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 143 chars .

Celia .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 9 chars .

Natasha .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

Samuel .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

Celia .

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 87 chars .

Natasha . ( To Raphael )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

Samuel .

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 3 words in 3 sentences using 20 chars .

Samuel .

Contains 50 words in 4 sentences using 231 chars .

Raphael . ( To Celia )

Contains 64 words in 6 sentences using 313 chars .

Celia .

Contains 31 words in 5 sentences using 130 chars .

Samuel .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 125 chars .

Celia .

Contains 31 words in 2 sentences using 150 chars .

Samuel . ( Interrupts )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 89 chars .

Celia .

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 55 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

Celia .

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 95 chars .

Celia .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

Celia .

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

Celia .

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

( Exit Celia, L. ) Natasha .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 32 words in 6 sentences using 190 chars .

Samuel .

Contains 40 words in 3 sentences using 209 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 38 words in 5 sentences using 176 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 97 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

( Exit Raphael, R. ) Samuel .

Contains 41 words in 5 sentences using 195 chars .

( Exit Samuel, R. ) Natasha .

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

Natasha .

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 87 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

Natasha .

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 71 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

Natasha .

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

Natasha .

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 84 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

Natasha .

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

Natasha .

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars .

Miriam . ( After a pause )

Contains 109 words in 11 sentences using 552 chars .

Natasha .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

Natasha .

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 116 words in 9 sentences using 554 chars .

Natasha .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

Gregor's voice . ( Indistinctly, off L. )

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

( Miriam dries her eyes, speaks in haste and fear of being seen in tears ) Miriam .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

( Exit Miriam, L. Natasha crosses R. to near piano, Enter Gregor, L. He comes in, looking back over his shoulder at Celia. Stands at door ) Gregor .

Contains 36 words in 6 sentences using 173 chars .

Celia .

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 44 chars .

Celia . ( Laughs )

Contains 21 words in 4 sentences using 93 chars .

( Re-enter Miriam, L. ) Gregor .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

Celia . ( Louder )

Contains 34 words in 5 sentences using 158 chars .

Miriam . ( Calmly, fluently )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 72 chars .

Celia . ( In a tranquil, even tone )

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 69 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

( Celia stops, L. Gregor frowns, looks worried and exits, R. Pause ) Celia .

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

Celia .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars .

Celia .

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 70 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 59 chars .

( Celia faces Miriam ) Celia .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 27 words in 3 sentences using 132 chars .

Celia .

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 72 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 75 words in 9 sentences using 351 chars .

Celia . ( Rapidly, without break )

Contains 46 words in 6 sentences using 245 chars .

Miriam . ( Interrupts )

Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 73 chars .

Celia .

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 53 words in 4 sentences using 279 chars .

Celia .

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

Celia .

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

Celia . ( Goes C., alarmed )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 24 words in 5 sentences using 113 chars .

( Re-enter Raphael and goes C. Re-enter Natasha and re-enter Gregor, looking afraid ) Raphael . ( To Miriam )

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars .

Gregor . ( Uneasily )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

Natasha . ( In a low voice )

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

Miriam . ( Calmly )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

Celia . ( Aloud )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 83 chars .

(CURTAIN)
ACT III. SCENE: Living-room of Friedlander's farm-house in Connecticut. Window and door to porch, R. Staircase C. leading to second story. Wide recessed window L. C. Door L. 2 E. Large fireplace L. 1 E. Hat rack beside door L. Tables, chairs, etc. Piano. Winter backing. Snow falls outside. It is late in the evening of Christmas, the same year. Curtain on Natasha and Miriam. Miriam is sitting on the floor up L. — a dozen books are beside her. She opens and looks through several, gazes into fire. Natasha is at table, L., standing. In her hand she has a large brass cup, which she polishes with a cloth. Short pause after curtain is up . Natasha .

Contains 119 words in 13 sentences using 634 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 158 chars .

Natasha .

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 89 words in 7 sentences using 432 chars .

Natasha .

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars .

Miriam . ( Interrupts )

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 109 chars .

Natasha .

Contains 110 words in 7 sentences using 591 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

Natasha .

Contains 31 words in 5 sentences using 157 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

Natasha .

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

Miriam . ( Nods assent and smiles )

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 99 chars .

Natasha .

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars .

Natasha .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 46 chars .

Natasha .

Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 30 chars .

Miriam . ( Crosses R. and sits near table, undoes cord )

Contains 209 words in 24 sentences using 1058 chars .

( Gregor appears on stairs back, very spruce, stops in coming down, sees Miriam, peers over at her. Then runs silently downstairs, and comes lightly and swiftly down C. ) Gregor .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

Miriam . ( Starts )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 32 words in 3 sentences using 156 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 58 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

Gregor . ( Sarcastically )

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 38 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 91 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 90 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 69 words in 6 sentences using 363 chars .

( He surrenders letter involuntarily. He does not shrink from her, but his absence of movement, and his eyes, express positive fear. Miriam, goes R., crushes letter in her hand. Pauses and swiftly bending down, burns letter at candle ) Gregor .

Contains 23 words in 7 sentences using 115 chars .

Miriam . ( Watches letter )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 30 words in 3 sentences using 121 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars .

Natasha .

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 47 words in 5 sentences using 232 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 116 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 28 words in 3 sentences using 138 chars .

Natasha .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 80 chars .

Natasha .

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 53 words in 6 sentences using 242 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 83 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 32 words in 5 sentences using 146 chars .

( Raphael enters R. Flurry of snow and wind. Enter Celia, followed by John. They are all carrying packages ) Raphael .

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

John .

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 6 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 39 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars .

Celia .

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars .

Raphael . ( To Gregor )

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 106 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 26 words in 1 sentence using 128 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 17 words in 4 sentences using 86 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

Celia .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

Celia . ( In a low voice to Gregor )

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 19 words in 5 sentences using 101 chars .

Gregor . ( To Miriam )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

Miriam . ( To Raphael )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

( Exit Miriam, stairs back ) Celia . ( To Gregor )

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars .

Gregor . ( Laughs )

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

Celia .

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 79 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

Celia .

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

Celia .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 35 words in 3 sentences using 173 chars .

Celia .

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 36 words in 7 sentences using 164 chars .

Rebecca .

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 51 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

Rebecca .

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 9 chars .

Natasha .

Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 104 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 61 chars .

Celia . ( Wearily — rises )

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 12 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

Celia .

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars .

( Enter Sam and David, R. David wears a rough cap, gloves, and coat, such as a farmer's boy would wear. They carry their skates. Flurry of snow as they enter ) Samuel and David .

Contains 9 words in 4 sentences using 43 chars .

Samuel .

Contains 39 words in 4 sentences using 190 chars .

John .

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

David .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

Samuel .

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 87 chars .

John .

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars .

Raphael . ( To David )

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

Natasha .

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 141 chars .

Natasha .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

Raphael . ( Interrupts )

Contains 39 words in 5 sentences using 205 chars .

Rebecca . ( To Celia )

Contains 52 words in 5 sentences using 242 chars .

Samuel .

Contains 29 words in 5 sentences using 131 chars .

John .

Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 35 chars .

Samuel . ( To David )

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 80 chars .

David .

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

Samuel .

Contains 32 words in 4 sentences using 165 chars .

David .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

( Exit John, R. ) Samuel . ( Aside to Celia )

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 79 chars .

Celia .

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars .

Samuel .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

( Enter Miriam back ) Celia .

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

Samuel .

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

( Miriam enters and pauses on stairs back ) Celia .

Contains 49 words in 7 sentences using 229 chars .

Samuel .

Contains 20 words in 4 sentences using 93 chars .

Rebecca . ( To Celia, with a knowing look )

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 30 chars .

Miriam . ( In a low voice )

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

Celia .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

Celia .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars .

Celia .

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

Miriam . ( Interrupts )

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 65 chars .

Celia . ( Mockingly )

Contains 52 words in 2 sentences using 249 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars .

Celia .

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 73 chars .

( Enter Raphael, L. ) Celia . ( Under her breath )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 65 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

Samuel .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

( Raphael goes up. Sam crosses R. to door. Natasha enters L. Rebecca rises and looks out window, back. Celia goes up to table R. David stands before the fire. Looks into fire. Pays no heed to the others. Miriam goes L. quickly, eagerly. She leans down and leads David to the easy chair above fireplace. She sits to take him on her lap. He shakes his head, looks in fire. Miriam puts her arm round him, and covers him with kisses. He kisses her. He continues to stand. She takes his hand and plays with it with extreme and unsatisfied tenderness. He gazes in fire as before. This bus. continues through Ephroym's and Beila's entrance. Natasha goes C. ) Samuel .

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars .

John .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

Rebecca .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 9 chars .

( Ephroym and Beila appear back through window, etc. ) John . ( Bellowing )

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

( Enter Ephroym and Beila, very snowy and muffled up beyond recognition. John slams door ) Raphael .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

( Natasha undoes Beila's wraps. John undoes Ephroym and in undoing him whirls him, but not rudely ) Natasha .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

John .

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 90 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

John .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

Ephroym .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

( John roars — Raphael shakes a finger at him ) John . ( Mocking Ephroym )

Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 88 chars .

Raphael . ( To Natasha )

Contains 13 words in 4 sentences using 59 chars .

( Rebecca bus. to Celia of irritation and contempt ) Beila .

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 54 chars .

Ephroym .

Contains 24 words in 5 sentences using 113 chars .

( Sound of distant sleigh-bells ) Raphael .

Contains 15 words in 4 sentences using 85 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 103 chars .

Beila .

Contains 37 words in 3 sentences using 219 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

Ephroym .

Contains 74 words in 7 sentences using 418 chars .

Gregor . ( To Raphael )

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 83 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 28 words in 5 sentences using 151 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 17 words in 4 sentences using 94 chars .

David .

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

Samuel .

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 80 chars .

Gregor . ( Interrupts )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

David .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

David .

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 63 chars .

( Sleigh-bells off ) Samuel .

Contains 15 words in 4 sentences using 66 chars .

John . ( Goes to the window )

Contains 25 words in 4 sentences using 126 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

Natasha .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 48 chars .

Rebecca .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

David . ( To Miriam )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

David .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

David .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

David .

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars .

David .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

David .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars .

David .

Contains 41 words in 4 sentences using 188 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 39 chars .

Celia .

Contains 13 words in 4 sentences using 70 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 34 words in 5 sentences using 157 chars .

Celia . ( Slowly and significantly )

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars .

Gregor . ( Alarmed )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

Celia .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

Celia .

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 71 chars .

Rebecca .

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 44 chars .

Beila .

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars .

Ephroym .

Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 145 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 136 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars .

Ephroym .

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 108 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

( Miriam sings. When she finishes, she buries her face in her hands. Ephroym heaves a sigh of contentment. Pause ) Ephroym .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 120 chars .

Rebecca .

Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 95 chars .

Raphael . ( Gasps )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

Rebecca .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 30 words in 4 sentences using 136 chars .

Rebecca .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 37 words in 3 sentences using 177 chars .

Samuel .

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars .

Rebecca .

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 101 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

Rebecca .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 75 chars .

Celia . ( After a pause and uneasy business )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

Celia .

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

Celia .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

Celia .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

Miriam . ( Calmly )

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars .

Samuel .

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars .

( Celia rises terrified. Raphael looks up suspiciously, amazed. Gregor shows his fright. Miriam, calmly and sternly ) Miriam .

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars .

Rebecca .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

Samuel .

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars .

Celia .

Contains 55 words in 4 sentences using 246 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 23 words in 4 sentences using 116 chars .

Celia .

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

Celia .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 25 words in 4 sentences using 123 chars .

Rebecca .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 28 words in 2 sentences using 134 chars .

Celia . ( At door R. appealingly )

Contains 2 words in 3 sentences using 12 chars .

Rebecca .

Contains 43 words in 4 sentences using 202 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 95 chars .

Rebecca .

Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 42 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

Gregor . ( Lightly )

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars .

Ephroym .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

Beila .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

( Ephroym and Beila go up, slowly mount stairs, and exeunt. Natasha busies herself with the room, preparing it for the night ) Miriam .

Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 71 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

Miriam goes slowly up. Miriam kisses Natasha, they both look pityingly at Raphael. Miriam goes up, back. Natasha crosses L., stops at door L. ) Natasha .

Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 101 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

( Natasha exits L., taking candelabra. Lights half down. Short pause. Raphael sighs heavily. Crosses to mantel. Takes pipe. Crosses to C., sighs, walks to door R., locks and bolts it; returns to table R., and sits; takes candle and lights pipe; puffs a few times quickly, then blows out candle. Sleigh bells and mixed voices heard singing in distance. Enter David, back. He wears his Russian fur cap and fur-lined coat, but his throat is bare, and shows the collar of his night-gown; he has slippers on his feet. He comes down slowly at first. Miriam, near window, turns and sees him. She starts. Moves quickly forward as if to intercept David, then evidently concludes not to do so; shrinks slowly back so that the folds of the window-curtain half cover her. As she shrinks back, David comes down, does not see Miriam, crosses L., takes down his violin from table; comes down softly, and sees Raphael ) David .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

Raphael . ( Slowly turns his head )

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars .

David .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

David .

Contains 41 words in 2 sentences using 210 chars .

( Miriam gasps and movement. Raphael looks sterner, frowns, sits up straight )

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 6 chars .

David .

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

( Miriam business ) Raphael .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars .

( David approaches Raphael and lays a hand on his arm ) David .

Contains 54 words in 7 sentences using 255 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 71 words in 5 sentences using 350 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

Raphael . ( Brokenly )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 76 chars .

CURTAIN.
ACT IV. SCENE: Ephroym's Krementschug Conservatory of Music, East Houston Street, New York. Doors R. and L. Door at back, leading to stairway to front door. A window at back, L. C. Two pianos, musical instruments, etc. Table, chairs. It is evening, November of one year later. Curtain on Ephroym and Beila. Ephroym is in his shirt sleeves; he has a more American look; Beila very tidy. Ephroym is mending a violin on table down L. Beila is dusting piano R. Beila .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

Ephroym .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

Beila .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

Ephroym .

Contains 66 words in 8 sentences using 364 chars .

Beila . ( In a lower voice, indicating L. )

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars .

Ephroym .

Contains 89 words in 3 sentences using 479 chars .

Beila .

Contains 36 words in 4 sentences using 155 chars .

Ephroym .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

( Beila opens door back, and looks out ) Beila .

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 43 chars .

Natasha .

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars .

Beila .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

( Ephroym finishes business with violin .) Natasha .

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars .

Ephroym .

Contains 41 words in 6 sentences using 193 chars .

Natasha .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

Ephroym .

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars .

Natasha .

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars .

Ephroym .

Contains 77 words in 6 sentences using 399 chars .

Natasha . ( Sighs )

Contains 72 words in 7 sentences using 347 chars .

Ephroym .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars .

Beila .

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

Natasha .

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

Beila .

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars .

( Gives Natasha a significant look. Natasha sighs ) Natasha .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

Beila .

Contains 29 words in 6 sentences using 145 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 25 words in 5 sentences using 127 chars .

Beila .

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 26 words in 5 sentences using 118 chars .

( Exit Gregor L. Beila and Natasha exchange glances ) Natasha .

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 68 chars .

Ephroym . ( Easily )

Contains 43 words in 5 sentences using 207 chars .

( Door L. opens and enter Rebecca. She is rather loudly and expensively dressed ) Rebecca .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

Natasha .

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 8 chars .

Rebecca .

Contains 50 words in 7 sentences using 243 chars .

Natasha .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

( Miriam knocks and enters door C. ) Beila .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

Natasha .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars .

Beila .

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars .

Natasha .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 57 words in 9 sentences using 297 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

Rebecca .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

Beila .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

Rebecca .

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 95 chars .

( Miriam raps on Celia's door L. ) Celia . ( Within )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 46 words in 6 sentences using 205 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars .

( Miriam looks at Gregor and Celia. Pause. Gregor falters and moves; tries to remain easy and natural. Celia does not meet Miriam's glance; puts on her gloves. Beila glances nervously at Ephroym ) Celia . ( Coolly )

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 63 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 41 words in 4 sentences using 199 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 67 chars .

Ephroym . ( At window. Opens sash )

Contains 9 words in 4 sentences using 46 chars .

Beila . ( Off )

Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 90 chars .

Ephroym .

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars .

Raphael . ( Grimly )

Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars .

Ephroym .

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

( Raphael helps David off with his overcoat ) Ephroym .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

Belia .

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

Raphael . ( To Beila )

Contains 12 words in 6 sentences using 63 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 138 chars .

Beila .

Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 83 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 105 chars .

David .

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 68 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 98 words in 6 sentences using 513 chars .

Celia . ( Dryly )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

( Miriam bus. Short pause. Gregor shrugs his shoulders ) Raphael .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 60 words in 8 sentences using 288 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 172 chars .

( Gregor turns away, shakes his head ) Raphael . ( To David )

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars .

David .

Contains 24 words in 4 sentences using 128 chars .

Natasha .

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars .

Rebecca .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars .

Miriam . ( Softly )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars .

Miriam . ( Under her breath as if to Gregor only )

Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 90 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

( Church bell in distance tolls eight .) Gregor .

Contains 42 words in 8 sentences using 211 chars .

Raphael . ( To Miriam )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars .

Rebecca .

Contains 28 words in 3 sentences using 126 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

( Miriam and Rebecca bus. ) Raphael .

Contains 22 words in 1 sentence using 98 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

Ephroym .

Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars .

Raphael . ( Assents )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

Ephroym .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 129 chars .

Ephroym .

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 65 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars .

Ephroym .

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 52 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 69 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 23 words in 5 sentences using 101 chars .

( Passes her hand across her forehead. Natasha comes down R., looking her happiness; approaches Miriam. Raphael sinks into chair down L. Ephroym flourishes bank books. Pats Raphael on shoulders ) David .

Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 70 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars .

Ephroym .

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars .

Ephroym .

Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

( Natasha pats Miriam affectionately, smiles and then glances at her, and sees her extremely abstracted look. Pause ) Natasha . ( To Miriam )

Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 39 chars .

Miriam . ( In a dry voice with unmeaning inflection )

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 48 chars .

Natasha .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 85 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 43 words in 6 sentences using 244 chars .

Ephroym .

Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars .

Raphael . ( Stops. Looks at Ephroym )

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 60 chars .

( Embraces Ephroym heartily; thrusts him away, and exits with David, door back ) Ephroym .

Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars .

Beila . ( To Rebecca )

Contains 33 words in 5 sentences using 173 chars .

Natasha .

Contains 7 words in 4 sentences using 40 chars .

Beila .

Contains 19 words in 4 sentences using 97 chars .

Samuel .

Contains 53 words in 7 sentences using 290 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars .

Samuel .

Contains 17 words in 5 sentences using 90 chars .

Beila .

Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 99 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars .

Beila .

Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 91 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 32 words in 3 sentences using 155 chars .

Beila .

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

Beila .

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 11 words in 4 sentences using 50 chars .

Beila .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars .

Beila .

Contains 46 words in 5 sentences using 231 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 4 chars .

Beila . ( More and more sharply )

Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 127 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 50 chars .

Beila . ( Lowers her voice )

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

Miriam . ( Pause. Slowly and calmly )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars .

Beila .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 14 words in 4 sentences using 73 chars .

( Enter Rebecca R. She wears an apron. She enters merrily with a smile ) Rebecca .

Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 70 chars .

( Sees Miriam and her words die out ) Miriam . ( Interrupts )

Contains 15 words in 4 sentences using 73 chars .

Rebecca . ( Quite humbly )

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

Rebecca .

Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 133 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 35 words in 3 sentences using 165 chars .

Beila .

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars .

( Enter Raphael and David back. Raphael carries a bottle and one or two articles wrapped up in paper. He enters cheerfully. Beila offers to take packages. Miriam is down R. and when he comes in she faces away from him. Rebecca goes down L. ) Raphael .

Contains 40 words in 9 sentences using 203 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 34 words in 4 sentences using 170 chars .

Rebecca . ( Lightly )

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

( Miriam crosses to Rebecca L. ) Miriam .

Contains 50 words in 9 sentences using 248 chars .

( Rebecca is terrified. Raphael interposes ) Raphael .

Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 57 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 20 words in 5 sentences using 85 chars .

Rebecca .

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 62 words in 5 sentences using 319 chars .

( Miriam looks at Raphael; David opens satchel and takes out revolver ) Rebecca . ( Quietly, imploringly )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

Raphael .

Contains 122 words in 17 sentences using 603 chars .

( Enter Ephroym back. He carries a small basket, comes down. Miriam crosses swiftly, R.; pays Ephroym no heed ) Ephroym .

Contains 100 words in 17 sentences using 519 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

Ephroym . ( With kindly solicitude )

Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars .

Ephroym .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

Miriam . ( Poignantly )

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

( Ephroym shakes his head sorrowfully ) Ephroym .

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

Ephroym .

Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 119 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars .

Ephroym .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

Ephroym .

Contains 47 words in 5 sentences using 227 chars .

( Immediately re-enter Miriam, swiftly, door back. Bus. She throws up sash of window, leans out, then sits close to window. Stage dark, except for electric lights of the street at back, which shine through window, sharply silhouetting Miriam's face. Characteristic sounds and voices; a piano organ distantly; children playing; newsboys crying the Jewish papers, "Vorwarts," "Warheit," "Tageblatt"; street car bells, etc. The lights and sounds gradually become fainter and die out entirely. Intermezzo by orchestra, based on the andante movement of "The Kreutzer Sonata." Bell of neighboring church tolls eleven as lights back of window slowly steal up again, revealing Miriam in tense attitude of waiting, as before. The street is silent now )

( Enter Samuel, R. )

 Samuel .

Contains 39 words in 4 sentences using 177 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars .

( Voices of Gregor and Celia off ) Samuel .

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars .

( Enter Gregor and Celia, door back ) Gregor .

Contains 35 words in 6 sentences using 148 chars .

Celia . ( With a malicious look at Miriam )

Contains 17 words in 4 sentences using 68 chars .

Miriam . ( Calmly )

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 91 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 46 chars .

( Samuel looks up ) Celia .

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 101 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars .

Samuel .

Contains 30 words in 4 sentences using 163 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars .

Samuel .

Contains 37 words in 4 sentences using 178 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 65 chars .

Samuel . ( Takes paper from pocket )

Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 107 chars .

( Spreads the paper out and shows it to Gregor. Gregor reads. Miriam holds door R. open ) Miriam .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

( Samuel crosses over R. ) Samuel .

Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars .

( Miriam shuts door R. ) Celia .

Contains 38 words in 6 sentences using 176 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars .

Celia . ( Viciously )

Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 96 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 26 words in 5 sentences using 135 chars .

Celia .

Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars .

Celia .

Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 59 chars .

Celia .

Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 68 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 71 words in 6 sentences using 365 chars .

( Celia shrinks in fear, but still seeks to brazen it out ) Gregor .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 27 words in 4 sentences using 132 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 56 words in 4 sentences using 260 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars .

Celia .

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 56 words in 2 sentences using 262 chars .

Celia .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

Gregor . ( To Miriam )

Contains 66 words in 6 sentences using 306 chars .

Celia .

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 61 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 130 words in 13 sentences using 635 chars .

Celia .

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

Celia .

Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars .

Celia .

Contains 13 words in 5 sentences using 63 chars .

( Miriam crosses rapidly to mantel on which the bottle of carbolic lies ) Miriam . ( Takes bottle of carbolic )

Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars .

Gregor . ( Whose face is hid in his hands )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars .

Celia . ( Sees Miriam's action, with sudden apprehension )

Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 43 chars .

Miriam . ( Rapidly and with evidence of insanity in her manner of speaking )

Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars .

Celia .

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars .

Miriam . ( Without pausing )

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars .

Celia .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 58 words in 3 sentences using 265 chars .

Gregor .

Contains 2 words in 3 sentences using 16 chars .

Celia .

Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

Celia .

Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars .

( Miriam shoots Gregor as he comes toward her. He staggers up stage, gradually sinks down, collapses on edge of the sofa and thence to the floor, where he lies motionless. Instantly and while Gregor does this, Miriam fires at Celia, who falls at once ( not C. ). Miriam fires remaining three shots at her body. Then Miriam turns, still holding the revolver. Short pause. Excited voices outside door R. Enter Natasha swiftly, as if she surmised what has happened; expression and gesture of horror as she sees Celia's body, but no pause or stop. She crosses rapidly to Miriam, who turns to her, listlessly dropping the revolver on the floor. Meanwhile Raphael has entered door R., immediately after Natasha. He sweeps the scene with his eyes, grasps the full import of the tragedy, utters a half-smothered exclamation of grief and horror, quickly turns and closes the door, leaning against it, with eyes fixed on Miriam. Voices of Ephroym, Beila, David, and the others heard outside door, clamoring to know what is the matter ) Natasha . ( Speaks, when she reaches Miriam, quietly, in a low voice )

Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars .

Natasha .

Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars .

Miriam .

Contains 40 words in 10 sentences using 183 chars .

CURTAIN.