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spotlight on amy*

“All of a sudden my painting feels like the work of a child”

Oh my dear, of course it does. But keep practicing - I brought you to Paris to culture you like a proper lady.

Paris is beautiful. It is about as far away from home as I can imagine.

The decadents have ruined Paris, if you ask me. These

French women couldn’t lift a hairbrush.

silence*

AMY! I said, “These French women couldn’t lift a hairbrush. ”

Oh yes very true aunt March

Don’t humor me, girl. What do they write, your troublemaking family?

Mother doesn’t say anything about Beth. Something is wrong. I feel I should go back but they all say “stay. ”

You can do nothing if you go back. The girl is sick, not lonely.

Amy gives aunt March a look*

And you shouldn’t go home until you and Fred Vaughn are properly engaged.

Yes, and until I’ve completed all of my painting lessons, of course

What? Oh, yes, yes. Of course.

Laurie? LAURIE! amy runs to Laurie* Laurie! What are you doing here? Why didn’t you write and tell me you were coming to Paris?

I just arrived a few days ago. I’ve been traveling around Europe, now that I am finished with my studies

Are you chasing some young woman around?

No.

I’m... I couldn’t believe Jo turned you down. I’m so sorry.

Amy March! Come back here this instant. 

Oh, Aunt March!

Brute! Your grandfather clearly taught you nothing about manners - Amy come alon

amy drags Laurie to center stage* Come to the New Year’s Party! It’s a ball and everyone will be there, including Fred - Dress for festivities! Top hats and silks!