Truffles has had enough the city so decides to wander the countryside hopeful to find an adventure and make his fortune. Truffles hears noises coming form somewhere and see a traveling group of actors passing and they stop at the sight of him. The actors very excited to see “an audience”. They introduce themselves to Truffles, in a grand-actor way, and ask if he would like to see a performance. Truffles is not too sure, as he does not like the theatre
“Why should I spend my money hearing some bombastic windbags or a silly comedy that makes no sense”
They decide to put on a performance for Truffles anyway. If he likes the show, he can give them a few coins, if he does not … Truffles skillfully bargains with the actors that if he does not …show more content…
They are quite good, at least Truffles thinks so. Forgetting his bet he becomes enamored with the play and gives them a standing ovation. The actors then put out their hands, to collect the money owed them, and Truffles shows them he has no coins. Some of the actors are upset, but Bette says that Truffles can earn what he owes, by being their apprentice. Truffles does not know what the word “apprentice” means and when it is explained, it sounds just like a servant, so Truffles agrees.
Truffles is curious about the life of traveling actors and the acting troupe explain the highs and lows of their experiences. Truffles is trilled as this is quite an exciting and interesting life, very different from anything he has experienced in the past. Truffles asks the troupe if they have ever performed for anyone famous. They hesitate, and then it is revealed that they did just come from the palace, performing for the Queen. Unfortunately, their performance was not the Queen’s liking and she dismissed them right away.
Truffles is astonished, as he thinks they are the finest actors he has ever seen. The actors ask Truffles to watch their play and see if he has any suggestions or tips to improve their performance. He
“Why should I spend my money hearing some bombastic windbags or a silly comedy that makes no sense”
They decide to put on a performance for Truffles anyway. If he likes the show, he can give them a few coins, if he does not … Truffles skillfully bargains with the actors that if he does not …show more content…
They are quite good, at least Truffles thinks so. Forgetting his bet he becomes enamored with the play and gives them a standing ovation. The actors then put out their hands, to collect the money owed them, and Truffles shows them he has no coins. Some of the actors are upset, but Bette says that Truffles can earn what he owes, by being their apprentice. Truffles does not know what the word “apprentice” means and when it is explained, it sounds just like a servant, so Truffles agrees.
Truffles is curious about the life of traveling actors and the acting troupe explain the highs and lows of their experiences. Truffles is trilled as this is quite an exciting and interesting life, very different from anything he has experienced in the past. Truffles asks the troupe if they have ever performed for anyone famous. They hesitate, and then it is revealed that they did just come from the palace, performing for the Queen. Unfortunately, their performance was not the Queen’s liking and she dismissed them right away.
Truffles is astonished, as he thinks they are the finest actors he has ever seen. The actors ask Truffles to watch their play and see if he has any suggestions or tips to improve their performance. He