Part 533: Donny B

Say, Olivia? I've been a'ponderin' that swan princess from the song. You wanna know what I think? I reckon it really is a sad story.

Oh? How so?

The princess's whole kingdom was burned up, but they never got put right.

Well, it's true that the song doesn't mention rebuilding...

So even if the white swan hitches up with her true love, her home's still rubble. I don't see how she can be properly happy like that. I surely don't.

I'd...never thought of that.

Right? It ain't no cheerful ditty at all- it's one'a them funeral dirges!

And if that's so, it casts her final act in an entirely different light...

Olivia? You chewin' on straw there? Whatcha mumblin' about?

Oh, sorry. I was just thinking about the choreography for that song. There was one point that always puzzled me, but I think you've given me the answer.

I did?

In the choreography, the princess smiles at the moon when they embrace. But the movements are slow and sad, as if they were full of loss. I never understood how she could be so sorrowful in the midst of an embrace. But now I think I get it.

She's happy for herself, but still thinkin' 'bout her home bein' all busted up.

Yes, exactly. Thank you, Donnel. This has been an eye-opening talk! I might be able to add a whole new dimension to this dance.

Gosh! I'd pay anythin' to see that!

Erm well, I need much more practice. I'm not much of a dancer...

Well, you get to rehearsin' and lemme know when yer ready to go!