the group is more than a theatre company. it's the embodiment of an ideal. our approach allows the actor to be an artist in the fullest sense, a creative individual and an instrument of change. you see -- forgive my indulgence. seems we always lecture those who are on time for those who are tardy. the point is, mr. odets here has written a wonderful play. most of the roles are cast, but we haven't found our female lead. forgive me, but i think you'd be perfect for the part. not only an artist, but an instrument of change. we must look to the world around us, not content to observe, but to take an active hand in redressing its wrongs. we will not stand idly by as fascist bombs obliterate democracy. we contribute our profits, for if fascism is not stopped in spain, it will spread across europe, jeopardizing the struggle of civilized man to survive. (presenting check to frances. he's not here. bourbon? i hear you're meeting with the studio lawyers to get out of your contract. well. well, you see, that's the point. you won't be opening in london. what?! good lord no, it's just. it's money. we needed backing and. well, we found it. an actress. yes. that's the deal. she plays lorna. i know, but -- right now we have to be practical. he knows, frances. he approved it. i'm very sorry, but. well, hollywood wants you back, right?