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George has brought his friend, Captain Hawtree, to visit the home of Esther, the woman he loves. He wants Hawtree’s advice on how to proceed with his relationship. While George belongs in the upper classes, Esther is a working-class dancer on the London stage. George is passionately in love with her but Hawtree reminds his friend of the difficulties in taking their relationship further. A dalliance is fine, but marriage will go against society rules, and also anger George’s overbearing,
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(As curtain rises slowly on empty stage George D'Alroy and Captain Hawtree are seen to pass window from l. Handle of door is tried, and voices heard outside. Key then heard to turn in lock.)
Geo. (opening door and entering, followed by Hawtree). I told you so. The key was left under the mat in case I came. They're not back from rehearsal. (Crosses L., to fireplace.)
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