Gussie is currently on her third mate, Joe, who worships her. They offer Frank the opportunity to write the score for her next show. Beth returns to the party in a new dress from Gussie's closet. Mary arrives late and is introduced to the star. Charley is uneasy about doing it for this crowd, but as he's singing and getting encouraging glances from Beth and Mary, he realizes the song is going over well with the guests.
Enthusiastic applause erupts on the last note.
Gussie urges them to do the song again. Charley is against it, saying that one has to know that once is fine, twice is overkill. Frank insists on a repeat and begins the number again. Charley storms out and the other guests hardly notice as Frank, Mary and Beth follow. The Downtown Club. 1960.