Follow the Fleet

# We joined the Navy to see the world

# And what did we see? We saw the sea!

# We saw the Pacific and the Atlantic,

# But the Atlantic isn't romantic

# And the Pacific isn't what it's cracked up to be!

# We joined the Navy to do or die!

# But we didn't do and we didn't die

# We were much too busy looking at the ocean and the sky!

# And what did we see? We saw the sea!

# We saw the Atlantic and the Pacific

# But the Pacific isn't terrific

# And the Atlantic isn't what it's cracked up to be!

# They tell us that the Admiral is as nice as he can be

# But we never see the Admiral Because the Admiral has never been to sea!

# We joined the Navy to see the girls

# And what did we see? We saw the sea!

# Instead of a girl or two in a taxi

# We were compelled to look at the Black Sea

# Seeing the Black Sea isn't what it's cracked up to be!

# Sailing, sailing home again

# To see the girls upon the village green

# Then across the foam again

-#

-To see the other seas we haven't seen!

# We owe the Navy an awful lot

# For they taught us how to do the sailor's hornpipe

# And they showed us how to tie a sailor's knot

# But more than that... they showed us the sea!

# We never get seasick on the ocean We don't object to the motion

# We're never seasick But we're awful sick

# of sea-ea-ea-ea-ea-ea! #

Hey listen, if you're gonna give the Frisco girls their big break, you better shove off!

SINGS A BUGLE CALL

Will you guys let me forget I was once a hoofer?!

­ It's swell getting back to where women talk your language!

You bet! It'll be great to be able to talk to a dame without using your hands!

You been holding out on me! I didn't know you had a DOUBLE act!

Give me that!

So THAT's why you joined up! Thought a torpedo was easier dodged than a shot-gun!

-Don't be funny! I asked her to marry me...

-What?

-Yeah, and she turned me down.

Imagine, a guy ASKING a dame to marry!

-Say, what's become of her?

-I heard from her when we were in Manila. She's working here in Frisco.

-Maybe she's got a friend. Let's go see her.

-Nah, we're all washed up. Give me the picture.

-I thought you were WASHED UP(?)

-I kept it because I came out so good(!)

TANNOY: Lay aft for the liberty party.

# We never get seasick on the ocean We don't object to the motion

# We're never seasick But we are awful sick...

# ..of-f-f-f sea-ea-ea! #

I hope I get something good. I always get school teachers!

Why not? You got a lot to learn!

I want something with spangles, like your ex-partner. Let's find her!

She probably wouldn't speak to me!

She's working in a high-class spot where the money goes!

Well, that's that!

Listen, mugs, liberty expires at 12 o'clock!

Don't wait up, Mother. We're going to Paradise!

-Six admissions, please.

-Want any dance tickets?

-How much are they?

-3 for 25.

-Give me one.

-ONE?

-Yeah, to see if I like it!

-Don't your friends dance?

-They're under age. I hold them on my lap!

Hey, Bake, where's Bilge?

He's buying beer. He knows a place where you get 3 cents back on the bottle!

See you inside. I gotta make a call.

Hello? Information?

I want to get the number of a Miss Sherry Martin. She lives at...610 Hyde Street.

Right.

Sorry, no girls allowed in without escorts.

Oh, I see, women aren't even admitted to Paradise without a man(!)

Oh, THERE you are! Don't bother... you have your hands full. I'll get the tickets for both of us.

(I'll explain when we get inside.)

Did you bring your lunch, too(?)

Thank you. I wanted to see my sister. She works here. They wouldn't let me in alone.

Oh, I thought you were framing me!

Oh, no. I've never been here before. My sister's often asked but I've been too busy.

-Tonight I felt like a little spree.

-Well, I hope you find it.

I've been playing hookey all day.

I watched the fleet come in. If I were a man, I'd be a sailor!

I know just how you feel(!)

WOLF WHISTLE

-I bet you're used to seeing pretty girls.

-I never give them a tumble.

Women don't interest me.

I bet you dance beautifully.

Not a step. I better be going...

So long.

-WHERE did you pick up THAT crow?

-She picked ME up. She's screwy!

-Must be, if she picked YOU up!

-Well, what'll you have?

-Six clean glasses!

KNOCKING ON DOOR

-Who is it?

-Connie.

-Oh, Connie!

Come in. Gee, I'm glad to see you! How did you get away?

I didn't feel like teaching music. I guess it's spring fever.

Funny having spring fever in October!

Things happen to me out of season!

Honey, admit it, you're lonesome.

Some men aren't half bad.

I don't know why, I just seem to frighten them away.

You look too darned intelligent!

Men prefer blondes, cos we look dumb!

Maybe that's it. It used to end up by my saying I'd be a sister to them.

Now they START by being a brother to ME!

-And

-I

-make them say 'uncle'!

I can understand that. You're attractive.

-Connie, women weren't born with silk stockings on!

-I wear silk stockings, but no-one looks!

Well, men haven't X-ray eyes... though sometimes I wonder!

You must look lovely in this!

So could you! Things have to be dolled up now. That's why they put brass on battleships.

Let me try to fix you up, you'll be amazed how much better you feel.

-I could play dumb, couldn't I?

-You'd do well. It takes brains to be dumb! Let's try it!

Hey, Kitty?

Connie, Kitty...Kitty, my sister.

-How do you do? Hi ya!

-Will you fix her up?

I'll do what I CAN, Sherry!

Oh-oh, I've got to go on! I'll be back...and remember, clothes make the man!

Do you NEED these? No, I wear them to impress my pupils.

I'll bet they're impressed(!)

Nobody would ever take you for Sherry's sister.

I guess not. I've been in a little town called Bellport, while Sherry's been here.

# As you listen to the band don't you get a bubble?

# As you listen to them play don't you get a glow?

# If you step out on the floor you'll forget your trouble

# If you go into your dance you'll forget your woe

# So...come, get together

# Let the dance floor feel your leather

# Step as lightly as a feather Let yourself go

# Come, hit the timber

# Loosen up and start to limber

# Can't you hear that hot marimba? Let yourself go!

# Let yourself go Relax and let yourself go

# Relax. You got yourself tied up in a knot

# The night is cold But the music's hot!

# So, come, cuddle closer

# Don't you dare to answer "no", sir!

# Butcher, baker, clerk and grocer Let yourself go!

-# Come, get together

-# Get together, oh!

# Let the dance floor feel your leather

-# Step as lightly as a feather Let yourself go!

-# Ta-ra an-di-di!

-# Come, hit the timber

-# Hit the timber, oh!

# Loosen up and start to limber

# Can't you hear that hot marimba? Let yourself go!

# Let yourself go Relax and let yourself go

# Relax. You got yourself tied up in a knot

# The night is cold But the music's hot!

# Come, cuddle closer!

# Don't you dare to answer no sir!

# Butcher, baker, clerk and grocer Let yourself go!

# Let yourself go! #

-APPLAUSE

-Sherry!

-BAKE!

-SHERRY!

-What a surprise seeing you here?!

-I'm surprised to see YOU here, too!

-Gosh, I'm glad to see you!

-I'm glad to see you, too!

You better do something for that cold.

This isn't a cold. It's tears because I...I'm so glad to see you!

Aw! I'm glad to see you, too.

Thanks. I've missed you, Bake.

I've missed you, too...a bit.

-Gosh, I'm glad to see you!

-Same here!

-I worried about you for 2 years until I heard you'd joined up. Did you get my letter?

-Sure.

I heard how WELL you were doing and everything(!)

Well, why didn't you write to me?

I didn't think you'd want to hear about me, after that last time.

Well, all I said was I didn't want to marry you.

Yeah, I know. It all seemed very important at that time, but it makes no difference now.

Doesn't it?

No, as you said, marriage would've RUINED your career(!)

Well, I found out I was wrong.

No, if you'd married me you wouldn't be working HERE(!)

I don't see YOUR Admiral's stripes!

I like to go incognito, just to mingle with the boys!

Oh.

Order, please.

Oh, I want a coke and Miss Martin will have a chocolate sundae without whipped cream.

WITH whipped cream! Plenty of it!

Gosh, you're glad to see me!

You sure look different!

Don't I?! I'm beginning to feel different!

Kitty, I want to meet a sailor. How do I do it? Are you kidding?

I mean, are there any rules?

Well, yes and no. Yes, before you meet him, and no, after.

Sherry, how did you end up HERE?

Well, it seems I didn't mean much after we split up.

They're not interested in a solo girl...unless she's got a fan!

Well, a fan doesn't cost much.

-Gee, it's swell being with you again! Friends?

-Friends!

-Let's kiss and make up.

-Let's just make up. That'll give you something to work for!

You guys take a walk!

WOLF WHISTLE

Hiya, baby!

-Hello, Sailor.

-So, you know my name!

-Sure!

Haven't we met before?

-That's what I should've said!

-No, but, haven't we?

No, think I could forget your face?

Oh, well, I must've been mistaken.

We've met now. Wanna dance?

Oh, I was under the impression you didn't dance.

Me? I'm the heavyweight dance champ of the fleet!

-You've kinda got me up against the ropes here! Maybe we better sit this one out.

-Sure!

I'm lucky tonight. You're my type of girl!

Oh, really?

-I'd have thought you were a guy who never gives girls a tumble.

-You've got funny ideas about me.

-Well, I've been around, but I've never met one like you, baby!

-No, I guess you haven't.

-Hey, what's the idea?

-It's a line of defence.

Well, watch my manoeuvres!

-You can't beat the Navy.

-All right, Sailor, I surrender.

-Unconditionally?

-Well, I'm willing to discuss terms.

Let's get out of here. Let's find some place we can...talk.

I'll go ransom my hat and meet you at the back exit... and don't walk out on me!

# Get thee behind me, Satan, I want to resist,

# But the moon is low and I can't say no.

# Get thee behind me.

# Get thee behind me, Satan, I mustn't be kissed,

# But the moon is low and I may let go.

# Get thee behind me.

# Someone I'm mad about is waiting in the night for me,

# Someone that I mustn't see,

# Satan, get thee behind me!

# He promised to wait, but I won't appear

# and he may come here...

# Satan, he's at my gate!

# Get thee behind me.

# Stay where you are, it's too late. #

-Where's Connie?

-She said she was leaving, but you're not to worry.

Poor kid, I bet she was scared of all the sailors.

COMPERE: And now, as you know, the Paradise holds its popular Saturday night dance contest.

Our manager will tap the shoulders of eliminated couples and YOU decide the winners.

I thank you. APPLAUSE

-Kinda neat, huh?

-Kinda.

My enlistment's up in the spring and we'll start again. This time you'll ask ME to marry YOU!

-The Navy's a wonderful thing. It produces such a modest, shrinking type of man(!)

-Yeah!

Go away!

How do you like that? On my dime, he wants to cut in!

WHISTLES THE BUGLE CALL

-Village cut-ups!

-Oh, wait, this is the dance contest.

-I'm not supposed to be in it.

-Why?

-It's for guests.

-I'm a guest - 10 cents' worth!

-I better not.

-OK, you probably couldn't keep up with me anyway.

You think not? I'm not sure YOU could keep up with ME!

-Gosh, you've taken the wind out of my sails!

-There's only steam now, baby. Full steam ahead!

-Let me get you something to eat.

-You can cook, too?

-Oh, yes. You don't know the kinda person I really am!

-I've got a faint idea!

Oh, boy!

-I haven't seen inside an icebox since I left home!

-Where is that?

-In Texas.

I've been back to see my mother, but she never knows when I'm turning up.

-Don't you write to her?

-I never know what to say.

-You could say you love her.

-What's the use? She KNOWS that!

-Custard pie! You made this?

-Yes, I made it.

Sweetheart, you've got everything! I knew the first minute I saw you!

-Bilge, I've got to tell you the truth.

-About what?

-The first time you saw me you were my escort.

-Remember the girl with glasses?

-Yeah.

-Well, that was me.

Well, what was the get-up for?

That wasn't a get-up. Until tonight, that was what I wore. That was the REAL me.

Well, well...how do you like that?

But that doesn't make a difference. I'm nuts about you anyway!

-Connie, what are you?

-A teacher.

I KNEW it!

-Yes, a music teacher.

-Oh, well, that ain't so bad!

Miss Martin, I want to speak to you.

-Oh, Mr Weber, I want you to meet a friend of mine, Mr Baker. He's a guest.

-Hello.

-How are you?

Mr Weber OWNS the Paradise Club.

Nice spot, but not quite right for Miss Martin. She's used to a nicer atmosphere.

Oh, you don't LIKE this atmosphere?

Oh, it's all right for some people, but not for Miss Martin.

-And WHO are you?

-Me?... Oh, I'm her manager.

I see. Well, you better go manage her somewhere else... starting right now!

Pick up your salary tomorrow, Miss Martin. Good night.

-Well, I fixed that!

-You fixed ME!

I did it on purpose. I don't want you working here.

-Tomorrow, we'll go see Jim Nolan. He'll put you in one of his shows.

-Why not wait till we were sure?

-Now, I'll take care of everything.

-THAT'S what's worrying me!

Bilge, how long will you be here?

-We don't know when we have to shove off. Maybe even tonight.

-Oh, no.

-We'll be back in the spring. And you and me have a heavy date!

-Honest?

-Certainly! Soon after that, I'm out of the Navy for good.

-What then?

-I'll stick to the sea!

My father was a sea captain.

That's what I want! I'm taking my Chief Petty Officer's exams and then my Masters.

Bilge...I've got a ship!

-What?

-Yes, come here!

Here it is. It's a model of the real one. It was my daddy's ship.

-He died of a broken heart when she ran aground.

-I'd hate my ship to run aground!

Dad left Sherry what money he had.

-He left me the ship, because I loved her.

-She's a beauty!

I've always dreamt of sailing on her again.

She's just the type I like. Baby, I'd like to be Captain of your ship!

I want to sail to all those spiggoty ports!

And me! I've always wanted to sail with my husband at the helm!

-Holy cat!

-What's wrong?

-I've got to go! I'm due back on board at 12!

-Oh, gee!

-Sorry.

Well...

DOORBELL

Hello, Connie, is Sherry home? No, she's later than usual.

What's happened? You look SWELL!

Oh! May I present Mr Smith? My sister's friend, Mrs Manning.

-How do you do?

-How do you do?

I'm sorry to break in... Don't go. Mr Smith has to go back to his ship.

I can't stay. I have an engagement. Tell Sherry I called. Good night, Mr Smith.

Good night.

-I wish you didn't have to leave, but you'd better.

-I guess so.

-If you're still here tomorrow, will I see you?

-Will you!

-Tell the Admiral not to go away!

-I'll do that!

Good night, baby!

-Bonsoir.

-Good night.

-Mr Smith?

-Oh, hello!

I'm going that way, anyway,

so I thought I might drop you off at the docks.

Thanks, that would help me out a lot.

I'll be up to get you first thing, and we'll go and see Nolan.

-Thanks. Can't you come up for a little while?

-Sorry, Sherry,

I have to be back on board by 12 o'clock.

Good night.

Good night.

Good night.

Haven't you got a home?

OFFICER: All liberty has been cancelled. We have immediate sailing orders.

All liberty has been cancelled. We have immediate sailing orders.

Sailing orders?! I've GOT to get ashore! I've started something I MUST finish!

Yeah? Maybe you're lucky we're sailing!

Put it in!

# Let yourself go You got yourself tied up in a knot

# The night is cold But the music's hot...#

-I can't keep my eyes open any longer!

-Yes, it's late.

Say, Sherry, how much does a Chief Petty Officer get?

Whatever he told you, just cut it in half!

Give me a chance. Let me talk about Bake, will you?

Excuse me, darling, you go right ahead.

-Of course, he would make more as Master of his own ship, wouldn't he?

-..Uh-huh.

-He's the best dancer in the Navy!

-That's what he said!

-Who?

-Oh, you're talking about BAKE!

-Oh, it's swell, Sherry, isn't it?

-Isn't it?

Oh!

-What's the matter?

-Bilge was right.

-About what?

-Well, he said they might have to leave any time, but it's sooner than I expected!

-Who has to leave? What? Where?

-The fleet.

The FLEET?!

Why, the dirty, double-crossing...

What's going on?

THEY ALL TALK AT ONCE

Stand clear, fellas! Give everybody a chance to read it!

THEY ALL TALK AT ONCE

Well, where IS Bake?

PROFESSOR Baker will commence dancing class

just as soon as he's finished painting the mast.

If you'd kept your trap shut, we wouldn't have extra duty!

When you weren't back by two, I had to think up an alibi.

-So I said you were visiting your sick mother.

-And

-I

-said she was home in Texas!

How did I know you'd be so DUMB?!

I understand making YOU do this, but why'd they pick on ME?

What kept you out, anyway?

A charming young lady. She was in show business before she married.

Her husband didn't understand her, so she had to go to Reno.

Poor kid! I bet the chorus miss HER!

She still sees them. She's not snooty.

What about that teacher that was gonna make you captain of her ship?

She's swell, but kinda serious. Like you, she wants to get married!

Hah!

I beg your pardon.

Try it...one, two, three... one, two, three...

Now, left arm up.

Right arm round the lady's waist.

Now, SMILE! One, two, three...

-MUSIC STOPS

-Now, see if you can remember it.

You fellas get over there. You're the dames.

Dames?!

You asked me to teach you, so, you're dames!

You fellas are their partners. OK, music!

Now, get together.

Come on, get together...TOGETHER!

Don't be bashful, grab them tight!

That's better!

Bake, nobody'll dance with me!

Aw, that's too bad!

Keep it up, fellas, while I dance with the wallflower!

Hey!

You know, there's a difference between dancing and wrestling!

In dancing, you keep your partner OFF the floor!

I was taught to dance collegiate.

Oh...that's different(!)

Let's cut in!

Hey, Marines!

May I have the pleasure?

SHOUTING AND YELLING

DANCING CLASS DISMISSED!

What I can't understand, Miss Connie, is WHY you want to float her?

-A girl can't handle a ship herself.

-She can get a man to do it for her.

Well, I went over the ship like you asked me to and...

there's lots to be done. It'll cost quite a bit.

-I've got 600.

-And I've got 400, from convoying the Navy around the dance floor...ON my feet!

Even at that, 1,000 would hardly be enough.

But I'll tell the Company how nice Captain Martin's daughters are,

and we'll see what we can do.

-Thank you, Captain Hickey.

-He's a lucky young man!

No, actually, Captain Hickey,

-I consider it a business proposition.

-Don't believe it! Little Red Riding Hood rides again!

I hear the old man is entertaining big shots today. That's why we're in dress-whites!

-Bake, I just heard, I passed my exams!

-Gee, that's swell! I knew you'd make it!

I know you don't like inspections, Courtney,

but I'd like you to glance over the ship and take a look at our men.

We'd love to, Captain Jones. We'll enjoy it immensely.

My party will look over the ship. See that "attention" is sounded.

-Have the band play a march.

-Aye-aye, sir.

Say, how about breaking this up and getting into a jam session?

Are you ready?

BAND PLAYS JAZZ

BUGLER PLAYS "ATTENTION"

BUGLE CALL IS DROWNED BY THE BAND

BRASS BAND PLAY A MILITARY MARCH

The men are very smart, Lieutenant.

JAZZ MUSIC

Mr Gilbert! Have that jazz band stop playing at ONCE! Aye-aye, sir.

BAKER!

-Are you aware that "attention" has been sounded?

-Sorry, sir, we didn't hear it. We were playing.

Captain, the men were playing and didn't hear the call. I am sure it was not deliberate.

Thank you, Mr Gilbert. Captain,

would it be a great breach of discipline

if you asked them to play for me? I do so adore American music. ..Not at all.

Bugler, sound "carry on"!

Division dismissed!

-Baker, please carry on as before.

-Thank you, sir.

Boys, as we rehearsed it.

BAND STARTS UP

# I haven't ambitions for lofty positions

# That wind up with the wealth of the land

# I'll give you the throne that a king sat on for just a small baton

# Provided you included a band

# If I could be the wealthy owner of a large industry I would say "Not for me"

# I'd rather lead a band

# If I could be a politician with a chance to dictate I would say "Let it wait"

# I'd rather lead a band

# My every care ceases I'm rich as old Croesus

# When I've got ten pieces in hand!

# If Josephine had left Napoleon and climbed in my lap I'd say "Go back to Nap"

# I'd rather lead a band! #

APPLAUSE

Oh, Captain Hickey, I'm SO happy!

BAND PLAYS "WE SAW THE SEA"

The great day is dawning!

-Yes, they'll drop anchor tonight!

-That's not what I mean!

Nolan's finally giving me an audition!

That's marvellous, but what about Bake?

I want to show him I can get that job without HIS management!

-Then, what?

-And then... I'll be satisfied.

-So, the "Connie Martin" is about to have a new master? Good luck.

-Thank you.

Oh, I better be going! I hope this is the last substituting job!

-What time will you be back?

-Not until about one or two.

-Don't worry, I'll make a lot of noise with the key! Good night.

-Good night, darling.

# We joined the Navy to see the world

# And what did we see? We saw the sea... #

-Say, what are you going to do with Mike?

-A peace offering.

When Sherry looks at him, she'll think of me.

Mm-hm. There IS a resemblance.

You know, I wrote to explain what happened, but she never replied.

Bilge, you don't think she's sore at me, do you?

-Phone first and find out.

-You phone for me... you're so MASTERFUL with women.

Swab your own decks. I've got a heavy date I made last October!

TELEPHONE RINGS

Hello? ..Oh, hello, Bake.

Is...is Sherry there?

She's working? Good! Then she's not sore at me?

She IS? I'll be right up!

I wouldn't...at least until I've spoken to her. Where are you?

Who, me? I'm...er... I'm dining with a friend of mine.

Tell her she can reach me here. It's Franklin 4321.

I'll tell her, but she may be late. Goodbye.

Goodbye.

Mike, don't ever fall in love!

DOORKNOB RATTLES

Connie?

Oh, hello.

I must've fallen asleep.

-Can I get you a cup of coffee?

-No, thanks. You have one.

You see, I never did write him. I wanted to keep the boat a surprise. So I can't blame him. It's my fault.

I think we better get to bed. I've got to sing at Iris's tomorrow. We can use that 50.

Yes. ..Oh, I nearly forgot, Bake called. He left a number. He's waiting to hear from you.

Let him WAIT!

Good morning, Nolan Enterprises. Just a moment, I'll connect you with him.

-Good morning, sister, I want to see Mr Nolan.

-Mr Nolan is in New York.

-Good, I'll wait.

-Thank you, that's very nice.

-Thank YOU, Mr Nolan.

When you're rested, you can sing.

-Well?

-She's a great dancer.

If she can sing, she's in!

You better get a contract ready, in case.

-Hi, Sullivan!

-Hello, Baker! What's with the outfit? A new act?

-An act of Congress!

-The Navy? Well, if you don't want a job, I'm glad to see you.

I've got someone perfect for Nolan.

-You're too late. The girl in now interests him.

-Yeah? Who is she?

-Don't know, just a girl who came in.

-May I have a drink of water?

-Certainly.

BUZZER

Yes, Mr Nolan, right away.

Take a glass of water in for the young lady...and the contract.

-Glad you dropped in.

-Thanks.

-There's nothing like some water for the voice, is there?

-No, there isn't.

-Yeah.

-Well, so long, Sullivan, I'll be seeing ya!

-So long.

Thank you.

-All right, Miss Martin.

-(Yes, sir.)

# Come, get together

# Let the dance floor feel your leather

-# Step as lightly as a feather let yourself go... #

-HICCUP!

# Come, hit the timber

# Loosen up and start to limber

-# Can't you hear that hot marimba... #

-HICCUP!

# ..yourself go Let yourself go...relax... And let yourself go...relax

-# You've got yourself tied up... #

-HICCUP!

# The night is cold but the music's hot...

-# So come... #

-HICCUP!

# Cuddle closer Don't you dare to answer no, sir

# Butcher, baker... #

-HICCUP!

-# ..yourself go...

# COME... #

Dull party, isn't it? Yes, it's dreadful.

How about our sneaking away? I'd LOVE to...

..but I can't. You see, I'm the hostess. Oh, really?

I'm sorry I derided your party.

That's OK. That's what parties are for!

-Hello, Sherry!

-Oh, hello, Iris.

Why is Connie singing in your place? What's wrong?

I've been feeling PECULIAR all afternoon.

Too bad. Try some bicarbonate of soda. That might help.

-Hello, hello, hello!

-You like?

-This reminds me of the Paradise. Where do you buy the dance tickets?

-Remember where you are, son.

Poor kid, she HAD to go to Reno!

I'll see you later.

-Don't worry, I'll take care of everything!

-What are YOU doing here?

-I came with my pal.

Oh, don't hold it against me forever! I waited all night for you to call me!

-I wanted to explain about Nolan.

-Don't bother.

-I fixed it all up for you today.

-With Jim Nolan?

It wasn't easy. He was about to sign this girl.

She asked for water. What do you think I did?

-What?

-I put bicarbonate of soda in it!

You WHAT?

Yeah, can you imagine the expression on her face?!

Bake Baker, I'll get even with you if it's the LAST thing I do!

I must've said something!

Bilge!

-Connie Martin.

-Why, yes, of course!

-Well, how are you?

You're back! Seems a long time, doesn't it?

-Yes, it does.

-I was sort of expecting you last night.

-When you didn't come, I thought you'd forgotten me.

-FORGOTTEN you?

No, I, er, had to stay on board.

Oh, how silly of me! Of course, SOMEBODY has to stay on board!

-Yeah.

-Bilge, I didn't notice... you passed your exams!

-I'm so glad!

-Yeah, I am, too.

-I've SO MUCH to tell you!

-Swell, Connie, I'll be glad to hear them some time.

-I'll see you later.

-But... Bilge...

-What?

-Yes, sir.

-Hey, can you imagine that?

-What?

-I'm trying to drown my sorrows and the guy says this is grape juice!

-Let's get out of here.

-What's the rush? Maybe the grape juice'll make me feel happy.

-Remember that teacher?

-Yeah.

-She's here, and she was expecting me last night.

-Did you forget?

-No, I lied to her. Said I had to stay on board.

-Why?

-I don't want to end up married!

I was cold, but that dame makes me feel like a heel!

She brings out your finer instincts!

-Come on.

-Where have you been, Bilgy?

-Oh...

I want you to meet my shipmate... Bake, this is Mrs Manning.

-How do you do, Mrs Manning?

-How do you do?

-I'm always happy to meet a friend of...BILGY'S(!)

Yes...some time when I have a party I'll INVITE you to come(!)

May I have the next dance? Thank you.

I've been waiting for you, Bilgy.

SENTIMENTAL BALLAD

# The moon is high

# The sky is blue

# And here am I

# But where are you?

# A night like this

# Was meant for two

# And I am here

# But where are you?

# Have you forgotten

# The night that we met?

# With so much to remember

# How could you forget?

# The dreams I dream

# Have yet to come true

# My dreams and I are here

# But where are you?

# Have you forgotten The night that we met?

# With so much to remember

# How could you forget?

# The dreams I dream

# Have yet to come true

# My dreams and I are here

# But where are you? #

APPLAUSE

-Why aren't you wearing a uniform?

-It's Navy custom. Officers don't wear uniforms ashore unless on duty.

-Then, how can one tell between and officer and a civilian?

-We wear our Academy ring.

Oh...Oh, isn't that lovely!

-Do you mind if I borrow this? I'd like to show it to a friend.

-Certainly.

Thank you. I'll bring it right back.

SHE SOBS

-What's the matter?

-Nothing!

-What is it?

-Oh, you men are all alike!

-Sherry, honestly, I didn't know it was you!

-That's not what I'm talking about!

Tell me, what's wrong?

No! Oh, if I only had someone to protect me!

What is it? What IS it?

-I've never been so insulted!

-Who did it? What did he say?

-Oh...Oh, I couldn't repeat it!

Who was it? Point him out to me.

That man over there near the pond.

I don't like his face!

Listen, landlubber, you can't get away with that!

SPLASH! >

It's lucky I slipped! Let go of me!

-Let go of me!

-I'm awfully sorry this happened, Lieutenant.

-Thanks for the use of your ring.

-Return to your ship at once!

-Aye...aye, sir.

What's wrong, Bake? You look sick. Can I get you some BICARBONATE OF SODA?!

Sorry you're leaving so early. I have to get up early. Have you seen my sister?

She was on the terrace. Thank you.

-What's wrong with you tonight?

-Nothing, why?

-You're acting so funny.

-Am I? Why, I don't mean to be.

-That's more like last night!

-This is tonight, baby!

Remember the date for your diary!

Now, remember what I told you.

Well, look who's here!

Thank you VERY much!

Where did you come from?

It's OK, son, you did your best.

MONKEY CHATTERS

I know. She treats me that way, too.

I don't often try to apologise, cos I seldom make mistakes.

I thought we were even after last night.

-I didn't know you took all this so seriously!

-Don't flatter yourself! It's Connie, she's going home.

-Why?

-Like a SAP, she fell in love with a sailor!

-I don't consider YOU a sap.

-Save it for the high-class patter and genteel dance act!

If Connie goes back to Bellport, she'll eat her heart out!

-Tell me who it is. I'll DRAG him back!

-She wouldn't WANT him that way!

-Who IS he?

-With the usual lack of imagination a sailor has, he said his name was...SMITH!

-They call him...BILGE(!)

-Bilge Smith? He's my shipmate!

-I might have guessed it!

No, Bilge is swell. I'll talk to him.

Bake, Connie wouldn't want him, if things had to be explained.

-He's stuck on Iris Manning. What's she like?

-Anything in a uniform!

There, don't you worry about it. I guess, maybe, I can take care of this matter.

Captain Hickey, did you guarantee this personally?

Uh...not exactly. I did tell them I sailed under your father.

-If the amount isn't met, you're likely to lose your job?

-Well... I'm sick of being on land anyway.

Don't worry, child. Goodbye.

-Ahoy, Captain Hickey!

-Ahoy, Miss Sherry!

I want you to meet the US Navy, Bake Baker.

Hello, Mr Baker. So, this is the man you've been moping about!

Well, fair weather!

Well, I don't see that you can make matters worse. See what you can do.

-Hello, Bake.

-Hello, Connie. Er...Sherry tells me you're leaving.

Well, that's probably wise.

Run away. This stuff about fighting for your man is SO complicated!

If all girls would give up, we'd see the end of family life.

There'd be no kids and every man would burn their own toast!

I'm NOT leaving. I'm STAYING!

There, you see, I told you I'd fix it.

Why, Connie, that's swell! What happened?

Well, Captain Hickey's about to lose his job for what he's done for me.

I need 700 by Saturday!

700! We earn that in a week... but they don't pay it to us!

There, Mr Baker, is something for you to manage!

-What do you say?

-I don't know. If Nolan found out, he'd fire me!

I just want costumes and scenery for one night. How'd he ever know?

Let's see. A show called Mum's The Word folded in 4 days.

-The costumes were cute, but Nolan never liked them. Take those.

-THANKS!

-And if you ever need a battleship, you can have mine!

-So long.

Rehearsal was called for four bells.

Bake, are there REALLY gonna be dames in this show?

If THAT'S the fairer sex, then YES.

APPRECIATIVE MUMBLES

It's swell of you all to help out!

I wish that blonde angel would adopt me!

Hi, how was heaven when you left?

Kid, did you get a whistle with that suit?!

HE PLAYS A SCALE

ONE NOTE IS FLAT

RAISES THE NOTE IN PITCH

HE PLAYS A JAZZ BLUES MELODY

PLAYS A HONKY TONK MELODY: "Putting All My Eggs In One Basket"

RASPBERRY BLAST

Thanks, fellas(!) I can see you don't appreciate HIGH ART!

-What's wrong?

-It's Connie, she says she's going to Bellport after the show.

-I wish we could DO something!

-That MANNING woman!

Maybe something CAN be done!

But let's not worry now. We should run through our number.

-We haven't finished the dance.

-I know, but let's try anyway.

-Fellas, let's go.

-A Flat, fellas.

# I've been a roaming Romeo my Juliets have been many

# But now my roaming days have gone

# Too many irons in the fire is worse than not having any

# I've had my share and from now on

# I'm putting all my eggs in one basket

# I'm betting everything I've got on you

# I'm giving all my love to one baby

# Heav'n help me if my baby don't come through

# I've got a great big amount saved up in my love account

# Honey, and I've decided love divided in two...won't do

# So, I'm putting all my eggs in one basket

# I'm betting everything I've got on you

# I'm putting all my eggs in one basket

# I'm betting everything I've got on you

# I'm giving all my love to one baby

# Heav'n help me if my baby don't come through

# I've tried to love more than one finding it just can't be done

# Honey, there's one I lie to when I try to be true...to two

# So, I'm putting all my eggs in one basket

# I'm betting everything I've got on you. #

MUSIC STARTS AND STOPS

MUSIC ENDS

SYNCOPATED TAPPING ON THE TYPEWRITER KEYS

MORE SYNCOPATED TAPPING

I'm moving my gear to the chief's quarters. Move, so I can get to my locker.

Go away, the show must go on.

-Why?

-Why? I don't know why, but that's what they always say!

-I hear you're putting on a show with the Martin girls.

-Yeah...

..what are you doing tonight?

-I got a date with Mrs Manning at 10 o'clock!

-HE WHISTLES

Well, I'll be seeing you.

Was I LONG, darling?

WAS I long, darling?

(Was I long, darling?)

Every - hour - away - from - you - seems - like - a - day.

Mr Bake Baker. Yes.

Mr Baker, it was so thoughtful to ask me to join your show!

-I see you have your part.

-Yes.

I've spent all day studying it. I think I know it quite well.

I thought we could run through it.

-There's not much time.

-Mr Smith isn't here yet.

-Oh...he'll BE here.

-Shall we start?

-I thought we'd make this a dress rehearsal.

-Dress?

-I'm supposed to wear a negligee!

-Yes, it's important to the scene.

-This is going to be FUN, isn't it?

-You'd be surprised!

-I'll slip one on. It'll be more effective that way!

-Definitely!

Yes!

-Mrs Manning is waiting on the porch.

-Thank you, Benson.

I know...it's Bilgy(!)

-What are YOU doing here?

-Who? Me?

I'm here at Mrs Manning's special invitation!

Have a cigar.

I'll call for a drink for you. Hey, Max!

What's this about?

Oh, my being here?

Iris and I have developed a CLOSE friendship since her party.

Listen, how far has this thing gone?

Bilge, both you and I are men of the world!

Don't make me laugh!

You wouldn't like to make a little bet, would you?

Any amount you say!

-..10 bucks?

-All right with me!

-You wait out there and keep your eyes open.

-OK.

Was-I-long-darling... was-I-long-darling...

Was I long, darling?

-Every minute seemed like an hour!

-Every hour away from you seems like a day!

You're not expecting anyone else?

I was, but I told my servants not to let anyone in but you, Bakey!

And to think we've only known each other a few days!

There have been other men, but they all seem petty and unimportant since I met you!

Yes, I understand.

Have there been other women for you?

-No, you're the first.

-Oh, darling, you make me so happy!

There, there, there.

Sorry if I'm interrupting(!) And YOU were meant to be my pal!

How DARE you enter like this?! What right have YOU to come prying?

-But I...

-Understand this... I was only PLAYING with you, and you, poor sap, FELL for it!

-Will you LEAVE, or do I have to ring for the butler?

-Don't worry!

-How was I?

-Swell, NOBODY could've done the part as well as you!

I was a bit confused. Bilge didn't say his lines right.

-He got the general sense of it.

-Oh.

Isn't Bake here yet?

No, he didn't come with the boys. No-one knows what's happened.

The show has probably SLIPPED his mind! He's probably telling the Admiral what to do(!)

-If he doesn't come, we'll have to return the money. No Bake, no show.

-And no show, no Bake!

Why are they keeping me here? I've got to get to that show!

All I know is that your liberty has been cancelled.

-I bet YOU did this to get even for last night!

-If you think so, go ask your Executive Officer!

OK, Admiral, I'll do that!

-Seaman Baker would like to speak with the Executive Officer.

-Wait.

Seaman Baker to see you. Show him in.

Here's Baker now.

Go in.

-Yes, Baker? >

-Sorry, sir, I've changed my mind.

Hold on. Lieutenant Williams and I have been discussing you.

-I'm sorry about the other evening. I didn't know you were an officer.

-I realise that, Baker.

-Lieutenant Willams has just been > interceding for you.

-Thank you, sir.

May I go ashore now, sir?

Your name is on the report. Until it's scratched, you must remain on board.

-But, sir, I...

-That'll be all.

-..Aye-aye, sir.

Well, wise guy, did you get your pass?

MOTOR LAUNCH REVVING UP

-Where do you think you're going?

-Where do YOU think?!

-Are you crazy?

-I'm going!

-You know the orders!

I don't care! I'm going!

Aw, gee, kid, I'm sorry, I didn't mean to hurt you!

Come on, Bake, hit me!

Hey, water-taxi! Stand by!

BAKE!

What is it? A man jumping ship, sir.

Do you know who it is? It's Seaman Baker.

SMITH!

-Get a detail of men and arrest Seaman Baker immediately!

-Aye, aye, sir.

-You've got to be ready by the 3rd chorus. Is he here yet?

-No.

-Hello, Sullivan.

-Hello, Mr Nolan.

-Glad to see you scouting talent.

-If I'd known you were coming, I'd have changed my plans.

Let's sit together.

Baker told me he had an idea I could use. I'm anxious to see it.

-He's a smart lad.

-In more ways than one!

Sullivan, look at that costume.

-THAT'S the kind we should've used in Mum's The Word!

-Yes, sir.

Shore patrol, coming aboard on duty.

You men patrol the docks and see that he doesn't get off the ship.

-Hello, Connie?

-What are YOU doing here?

-I'm here to arrest Bake.

-Why?!

-He jumped ship. My orders are to bring him back.

-Couldn't you wait till after the show?

-That could cost me my stripes!

You better make your arrest, then. He's in there.

Thanks.

Connie, I've been wanting to say this to you, but I don't know how.

-Can't we start again, like at the beginning?

-You MISSED that, this is the end of the show!

You are under arrest, Bake.

Guess I didn't hit you hard enough!

-Come on, we've got to get back to the ship.

-You win...

-You might as well know, that whole thing with Iris Manning was a gag.

-What?

I framed you to show you that you were passing up a girl you were nuts about!

-I tried to make up. She wouldn't look at me!

-I don't blame her.

This show is just to help Connie pay off this ship!

Is THIS the "Connie Martin"?

It ain't the "Joe Doakes"!

-She didn't say she salvaged it!

-She salvaged it for YOU, you sap!

-She knew I was going to arrest you, and she told me where you were.

-That's the kind of girl she is.

-You go on with this show.

-What about the patrol?

-I'll stall them.

No, just because I'm in a jam, there's no need for you to join me.

Those are orders. Do as I say.

Maybe they won't put us in the same cell, anyway!

OK, Chief!

MUSIC: "Let's Face The Music And Dance"

# There may be trouble ahead

# But while there's moonlight and music and love and romance

# Let's face the music and dance

# Before the fiddlers have fled

# Before they ask us to pay the bill

# And while we still have the chance

# Let's face the music and dance

# Soon, we'll be without the moon

# Humming a different tune and then

# There may be teardrops to shed

# So, while there's moonlight and music and love and romance

# Let's face the music and dance...dance

# Let's face the music and dance! #

TREMENDOUS APPLAUSE

-We'll sail to all those spiggoty places!

-With your husband at the helm!

-Hey, Bake! Here's a note for you and Miss Sherry.

-It's from Nolan! Told you I'd fix it!

He asked me to get an answer.

Tell him we'll be happy to consider his offer, when Mr Baker gets out of the brig. THAT he CAN'T fix(!)

There's one condition - that Miss Martin asks me to marry her!

-Well, will you?

-You'll have to ask Father!

Come on, Bake, let's go!

# Sailing, sailing, home again

# To see the girls upon the village green!

# Then across the foam again

# To see the other seas we haven't seen! #