In the Grotto…
SHOWMANBefore them is a magic island. On the island is a tree covered in red apples. The Prince hears a girl’s voice, singing. LILY What are little girls made of, made of? What are little girls made of (made of)? Sugar and spice And all things nice, That’s what little girls are made of. PRINCE It’s so cold. Is this - is this the Island of Death? SHOWMANBut the East Wind does not answer. The enchanted singing continues. LILY What are young men made of, made of? What are young men made of (made of)? Sighs and leers And crocodile tears That’s what young men are made of. SHOWMANAnd, of course, even though the Beautiful Princess cannot be seen and is probably dead - cynics amongst you might saybecause the Princess cannot be seen and is probably dead - the Prince falls absolutely and completely in love with her…/ THE PRINCE LIES ON THE GLASS COFFIN