Author Fawn Ochletree stages a charity performance of her latest play, a Romanesque epic. The gang and other neighborhood kids are forced into starring in the play, much to the chagrin of the gang. They are completely unable to remember their lines, and struggle with maintaing their composure during the more serious moments of the melodrama. Finally, Jackie sets off a slew of firecrackers as the finale, scaring all involved.
Stars: Sunshine Sammy Morrison, Joe Cobb, Jackie Condon, Mickey Daniels, Jack Davis, Allen 'Farina' Hoskins
Crew: Robert F. McGowan (Director), Hal Roach (Story)
Country: United States of America
Language: No Language
Studio: Hal Roach Studios
Runtime: 20 minutes
Quality: HD
Released: Oct 20, 1923
IMDb: 5.2
Keywords:silent film, short film