LOOK AT THIS THEATER.

[Sure enough, Essie is in the theater. Specifically, on the stage. The video sweeps from stage right down to the orchestra pit, then up to the chandelier, over to the box seats, down to the statues, and finally over to stage left. The video turns to Essie, and dear god, she looks thrilled. Certainly happier than she's ever been on this fucking barge.]

It's so nice. This shit's fancier than the Lyric Opera House! I mean, it's dusty as all get out, but nothing a few maids can't fix. [She raises her eyes to look around the theater again, grinning.] Are there gonna be performances? What kind? Any ballets? Can I try out? I'm good at that. Ballet. I even brought my shoes.