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"Undressed" is about the troubles of a groom who is dressing for his wedding. The scene takes place in the guest chamber of the bride's home where he is assisted in his preparations for the service by the best man. Both men are nervous. The groom enters in his pajama coat and trousers, with his dress shirt hugged tightly to his bosom. He has lost his studs. The best man vainly tries to find them. The bishop having arrived, the best man decides to steal is shirt. Meanwhile, the bride's mother enters, agitated over the failure of the dressmaker to send the bride's veil. The bride comes in, and the mother states her wishes to call off the wedding. Both the bride and groom object. Just then the best man enters with the bishop's shirt, the reverend follows in only a bathrobe. The bishop finally ties the knot and the bride improvises with a veil from a bureau scarf, but the groom remains shirtless.
The idea has been poorly worked out by the author, Forrest Halsey. Mr. Bond is funny in his role as the groom, but lacks the opportunity to shine. Miss Benton makes for a pretty bride. Miss Neville and Messrs. Spencer and McKay rendered adequate support. There is the basis for a funny playlet, but it will require dressing before it is presentable. Moreover, the act is handicapped by a bad position on the bill.
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Variety 24:4 (09/30/1911)