We are Parting the Best of Friends
Bernard Berg
What's the news?
Russell Brundon
We've got an invitation from Mr Goodwill.
Maurice Morgan
Who is he?
Russell Brundon
He's from the Great Britain - Russia Association.
Here's the invitation.
THE GREAT BRITAIN - RUSSIA ASSOCIATION
requests the pleasure of your company
at the Press Conference on November 24th,
7.00 p.m.
House of Friendship Congress Hall. R.S.V.P.
Nora North
Press Conference?
What shall we do there?
Russell Brundon
I've just spoken to Mr Goodwill on the phone.
He asked if we could take part in it.
He said there'd be students and teachers from Moscow University.
He wanted to know if we had enjoyed our stay in Moscow.
He also wondered if we could show any slides or any photos.
And he warned us to be ready for interviews, just in case.
He was sure everybody would be pleased to meet the UNESCO group.
Win Lynn
And what did you say?
Russell Brundon
I said I'd have a word with you and let him know tomorrow morning.
Tony Dakota
I suggest we accept the invitation.
(At the Press Conference Mr Goodwill,
the Chairman, addresses the audience.)
Mr Goodwill
Ladies and Gentlemen, on behalf of
the Great Britain - Russia Association it is my honour
and duty to declare the Conference open.
International scientific and cultural cooperation
improves understanding between peoples.
It helps exchange knowledge.
It serves the cause of peace.
I think we should create a friendly atmosphere
and give the floor to our guests.
Who is the first to give a talk?
Our journalist recorded some of the questions
that were asked of the group.
How long have you been in Moscow?
Have you been sightseeing?
What interesting shows have you seen?
Have you learnt anything new?
Have you made many friends?
Which of your contacts have you found most useful and pleasant?
Does your company do business with Moscow firms?
Do you find this cooperation useful and promising?
Which of the days do you remember best of all and why?
What would you recommend your friends to see in Moscow?
What impressed you most?
Russell Brundon
People, nature and the arts.
These are beyond compare.
Is there anything you regret?
Russell Brundon
There is something.
Unfortunately, our stay in Moscow is coming to an end.
Tony Dakota
It's a pity we have to leave and to part.
(At the farewell party)
Cora Grant
Make yourselves at home.
Help yourselves, please.
Bernard Berg
Goodness me, how time flies!
Maurice Morgan
Have you booked your tickets yet?
Tony Dakota
I've reserved seats on the plane leaving for New York
at 6.15, Flight TU 538.
Bernard Berg
So, you're leaving the day after tomorrow.
Tony Dakota
I'm having a very important appointment
at the Embassy tomorrow morning.
Kate Pagan
I wouldn't mind having a return ticket.
Win Lynn
You'll soon forget everything.
As they say out of sight, out of mind.
Steve McQueen
Cheer up! That's life.
Bernard Berg
It's been nice knowing each other,
and we are parting the best of friends.
Dulcie Dutchman
And we appreciate everything we have learnt here.
Win Lynn
How did you find the gala night at the Bolshoi yesterday?
Arthur Clarke
It was marvellous !
I admired everything: the scenery, orchestra and staging.
The performance was warmly received by the audience.
Russell Brundon
There were a lot of encores.
We're so much obliged to you, Mr Berg.
Bernard Berg
I'm afraid, this time I don't deserve your thanks.
I must confess we've got the tickets thanks to our hospitable hosts.
Tony Dakota
I'm not much of a theatre- goer .
But if I could I'd see all
the ballet performances at the Bolshoi.
Mona Doan
I've had a look at the entertainment section of the newspapers.
They offer musicals, variety shows, recitals,
as well as operas and dramas.
Win Lynn
I envy Muscovites.
They've got so many opportunities to entertain themselves
and develop their abilities.
Russell Brundon
I wonder, where our actress could be.
Wesley West
Shirley won't be with us.
Here's a letter from her.
She told me to open it exactly at 9 p.m
Pat Harris
What's the time?
Wesley West
Well, it's just the time to read the letter.
Dear Wesley ,
I'm far away now,in Edinburgh.
At last by a good chance I've been invited
to try the role of Mary Stuart.
I had no time to say "good-bye" to you all.
I hope you will forgive me.
You will understand - I couldn't refuse the offer.
I'd been dreaming of it all my life.
You remember once we talked about Robert Burns.
To keep you company here's a recording of
the song with his words for you.
Let me propose a toast to our friendship.
Good luck to you all!
Have a good journey!
Looking forward to seeing you all again one day.
Sincerely yours, Shirley
P.S. Dear Wesley.
I'll get in touch with you as soon as
I'm through with the audition.