This story is about an obvious fact of theater for any who have participated in a company, perhaps in school or otherwise. Theatrical endeavors often bring out big personalities, and although the play is the main artistic endeavor, it is typically not nearly as dramatic as the actors own experiences' of trying to get the play off the ground. The art of the theater is to deliver a show, and this book shows the personal cost of it.
The drama of the clique and feuds throughout the book give the book a scandalous feel, and it is almost like a play in itself. As people begin to approximate their characters, they will often act in unpredictable ways, causing ripples in the vibe. Another problem faces the artists: the problem of money. Someone wants to buy the property, a wealthy Sheik, and there is also a burglar in the falling action.
But what does money have to do with the show? Well, it has to do with the nature of art, which is in some sense, to show the art to others, for money potentially, as in selling tickets. The dual nature of their endeavor is also confusing to them, because they realize they are obligated as professionals (so to speak) to give a good show, which means they actually can't be overwhelmed by their personal issues when the play begins, but there are so many personal issues—so therefore cost of acting is shown. The cost is personal sacrifice.
