35/43 Say I was particularly pleased with the entry of King Mark, Bergmann. A wonderful act! Wagner never touched greater heights." At the end the Emperor rose and again held out his hand. "Do not forget my message to your father; and take my advice and come to Berlin in the winter. We are always pleased to see the English in Germany." As Michael left the box he ran into the Herr-Director, who had been summoned to get a few hints. There was an hour's interval before the third act, and the two drove back to their hotel to dine there. |