SCENE 5
(At the end of "Peace on Earth," Bob walks over to Sam, who is
distracted by messages on her cell phone, as Humbug jumps up on
a stool or crate and makes an excited announcement to everyone.)
HUMBUG: Our order count is up to 3,446. (Everyone cheers.) We're
making progress!
SAM: (still distracted by her phone) What frog dress?
(Humbug looks at Bob, confused at Sam's answer. Bob shrugs.)
HUMBUG: I mean, we've called in more weaving experts, so …
SAM: (extremely distracted) No thank you, I just had a cup.
BOB: Sam, are you hungry? Do you want anything?
SAM: "Peace on Earth, Goodwill to men?"
(The others walk over to Sam.)
BELLE: Are you okay, Sam?
CAROLE: Maybe you should relax for a little while.
(Everyone returns to their work stations as Sam walks back to her
office, a little jumpy. As she arrives, there is a knock at the door
and it opens. Yet a third person has arrived, appearing to be in a
heavy jacket. A wool scarf covers most of her face. She enters with
a hand cart or dolly full of boxes. Sam is startled, but not really
surprised this time.)
SOUNDFX – "Knocking 3"
SAM: (pointing at the person) I knew it! I knew it! A third visitor!
That's how it is in the story!
ANNA: What? What story?
SAM: A Christmas Carol.
CAROLE: What?
SAM: What do you mean, what?
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