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[ Twinkling ]

Eh.

[ Blows raspberry ]

[ Sighs ]

[ Groans ]

[ Sighs deeply ]

I'm bored.

But you're reading.

[ Echoing ] I've read all these books already.

And?

And I'm bored.

I want to do something.

Things have been so slow around here and I just --

Rarity: Twilight! Twilight!

Ooh, Twilight, darling.

Oh, thank goodness. It seems that my --

[ approaching hoof steps ]

[ Panting ]

Got here as fast as I -- [ Gasps ]

[ Twinkling ]

Yes! Finally.

We've been summoned.

I wonder where the map wants us to --

uh, Twilight?

[ Dink! Dink! Dink! ]

[ Sighs deeply ]

♪ My little pony ♪

♪ my little pony ♪

♪ ah-ah-ah-ah ♪

♪ my little pony ♪

♪ I used to wonder what friendship could be ♪

♪ my little pony ♪

♪ until you all shared its magic with me ♪

♪ big adventure ♪ ♪ tons of fun ♪

♪ a beautiful heart faithful and strong ♪

♪ sharing kindness ♪ ♪ it's an easy feat ♪

♪ and magic makes it all complete ♪

♪ yeah, my little pony ♪

♪ do you know you're all my very best friends? ♪

Where do you think -- ♪ yeah, my little pony ♪

[ Twinkling ]

Whoo-hoo-hoo-hoo. Ooh-hoo-hoo-hoo!

Manehattan -- we've been called to Manehattan.

Oh, I've simply been dying to go back for a visit

and now, I return with a purpose.

Hmm, it looks like you've been summoned

to this particular neighborhood here.

We're off to solve a friendship problem

in one of the busiest and most vibrant cities

in all of Equestria.

Isn't this exciting?

[ Tink! ] Eee!

Seems a hair odd, though, don't it --

the map calling me to a big city like Manehattan?

You may be more of a country pony at heart, Applejack,

but the map picked you two because you're the best ponies

to tackle this particular mission.

But how will we even know what our mission's supposed to be?

That neighborhood probably has twice

and many ponies as all of Ponyville.

[ Blows raspberry ] More like three times.

Why, it's not only home to the haypacking district,

it's also home to the fashion district!

[ Melancholy music plays ]

Hmm, shame you weren't called as well, though, darling.

You did end up quite a fan of the hustle and bustle

of Manehattan on our last visit.

It's such an exciting city,

and there's still so much I'd like to do there --

so many museums and historical landmarks to visit,

not to mention all the libraries.

[ Twinkling ] But this is your mission.

Don't worry about me.

I've got plenty of books to keep me busy.

[ Scoffs ]

-Mm-hmm. -Mm-hmm.

[ Gasps ] I just remembered something --

the Sisterhooves Social!

We'll have to miss it.

No telling how long we'll be in Manehattan.

I sure hope Apple Bloom and Sweetie Belle aren't too upset.

♪♪

[ Train whistles ]

[ Horns honking ]

Oh, Manehattan, what you do to me!

[ Sloop! ]

[ Poink! ]

[ Gulps ]

Darling, are you all right?

Ponies move so fast here -- not at all like back home.

Eyes peeled, ears open.

Eyes peeled, ears open.

[ Whistle blows ]

♪♪

Remember, Applejack, you're in the big city now --

no moseying.

You got to walk with speed and confidence!

[ Whistle blows ]

Yoohoo?

[ Snorting ]

-Move it! -Sorry about that.

-Ah, get out of my way. -Sorry!

-Watch it! -Watch it!

Hey -- oh, dear.

Butter my biscuits.

I can barely cross the street in this town.

How am I supposed to help solve a --

[ gasps ] There!

Yes, I think this is the one.

-No, no! -Excuse me?

That hat clashes with your mane,

not to mention it's far too large

and will undoubtedly obstruct your vision.

Oh, dear, none of these will do.

Oh, Applejack, what good timing.

[ Bonk! ]

[ Hums ] Here!

This will do splendidly.

Oh, it's lovely.

How much would you like for it?

Oh, no, no, please, please. Keep it.

I can always make another.

Thank you!

And you thought

we wouldn't discover our purpose here.

[ Scoffs ]

Yeah, I'm pretty sure that wasn't it.

What?

We just saved that poor pony

from committing a terrible crime of fashion.

[ Stretch! ]

Well, she could have been meeting a friend

who would have laughed at her new hat,

and then their friendship could have been ruined forever.

And...Hmm... It's possible.

Did your cutie mark glow signifying a job well done?

Ye--

no, I suppose it didn't.

Still, a disaster was averted.

Averted? You just lost me a paying customer.

Oh, my. Oh, I'm so sorry.

I never meant to -- -beat it!

Uh, please accept my sincerest apologies

for the misunderstanding, and might I add

what a lovely establishment you have here!

[ Laughs nervously ]

[ Clears throat ] You're right, Applejack.

[ Sighs ] The search continues.

Applejack: Uh, excuse me.

I was just wondering -- friendship problem, anypony?

See, we've been sent here to --

a map summoned us, and, uh --

if you could just take a moment to --

Rarity: Friendship advice!

Anypony looking for friendship advice?

Good grief.

This isn't working. [ Sighs ]

I'm not sure what we're supposed to do.

To be honest, I'm still not even sure

what the map called me here for.

Oh, try not to worry, Applejack.

The map picked us for a reason.

Although, how we're supposed

to uncover that reason, I haven't a clue.

We can't possible approach every single pony in town

until we find out what we're meant to --

[ groans ]

"Please help us restore our long-lost

but beloved tradition, the midsummer theatre revival.

There's a guest performance

by a local theatre troupe, the method mares,

as well as games, food, and much, much more.

This event promises to bring our broken neighbors together

and restore our sense of community,

but there's so much to do and we need your help."

Huh.

[ Gasps ] Darling, this is it!

The contact on the flyer is Coco Pommel!

Oh, right!

She's the one who got a job

making costumes for that designer friend of yours.

Don't you see?

This must be why the map called us here!

Oh, and you were so worried!

Well, I suppose it's at least worth looking into --

that is, if we can ever get off this street corner.

Coco: I can't believeat least wyou found my flyer.-

quite a coincidence, don't you think?

Applejack and I were

specifically summoned here to be of service,

and you, my dear friend, are in need of help.

It's not coincidence, darling.

It's fate!

[ Gulps ]

This midsummer theatre revival --

what is it, exactly?

An outdoor play held at the community park.

Many moons ago, local theatre troupes

would perform and ponies in the neighborhood

would help make the costumes and design set pieces,

prepare food to share during the performance.

Y'all do look like you're enjoying each other's company.

It kind of reminds me of Ponyville.

Its sounds lovely, darling.

It was up until several moons ago.

What happened?

That's Charity Kindheart.

She was a well-known costume designer on bridleway.

She started the midsummer theatre revival

as a way to share her passion for theatre

with the neighborhood.

No matter how busy she was,

she always made time for the revival.

But when she moved away to be closer

to her grandfillies, the neighborhood lost

the special tradition she had started.

And worse -- the sense of community had fostered.

[ Hooves squeal ]

Hey, I'm trotting here!

Nopony else stepped up to take over for Charity?

I've been trying to,

but I've just gotten a last-minute request

to alter costumes for the cast of "my fair filly",

and I'm afraid I haven't made much progress.

[ Sighs ]

There's just so much to do

to bring back the midsummer revival,

and my fliers haven't attracted a single volunteer.

Say no more.

You finish up your work, and by this time tomorrow,

you'll be up to your mane in ponies who want to lend a hoof.

Applejack and I will make sure of it.

You will?

You bet your boots we will.

Oh, I don't wear boots.

I find they chafe my calves when I walk.

It's just an expression.

So, you see,

the method mares are only available on this one day,

and we need all the help we can get with preparations.

Yeah, not a good time right now.

[ Chuckles ] What am I saying?

It's never a good time.

[ Clears throat ]

Well, what do you think?

I got my own problems.

You think I got hours to dedicate to somepony else's?

Ah, yes, Charity's midsummer theatre revival --

such wonderful memories.

So you'll help us?

[ Laughs ] Don't be ridiculous.

I run a very important

oat-and-hay import/export business.

Why, I can't spare even a moment for such things.

[ Splashing ]

[ Ducks quacking ]

This is a nightmare.

Oh, not at all, darling.

It's quite lovely.

I think she was talking about the midsummer theatre revival.

I finished the alterations for "my fair filly"

but I've barely started the costumes for the revival,

and the method mares are coming to the park tomorrow

for a costume fitting and rehearsal!

Well, I could help you with the costumes.

But what are we gonna do about the rest?

The park is in desperate need of repairs,

and the sets still need to be built!

Well, I know a thing or two

about building and fixing things.

It's kind of, well, my thing.

It could be the reason the map called me here.

You see, dear, we went out looking for volunteers

when all the help you need is right here.

Uh-huh!

The map wouldn't have chosen just Applejack and me

if it was more than we could handle.

Everything is going to be just fine.

Perhaps I spoke too soon.

[ Dramatic music plays ]

Oh, dear. You're right.

Are you sure you can manage this by yourself?

Well, there's a lot to do, but Rarity's right.

The map wouldn't have called us here

if we weren't up for the challenge.

You two go on and take care of the costumes.

I'll see you at the dress rehearsal.

[ Gulp ]

♪♪

[ Mower whirrs ]

[ Stretching ]

[ Snap ]

[ Woosh! Whack! ]

[ Statue creaking ]

I know it looks bad, but I'm moving as fast as I can.

[ Clunking ]

Don't worry. We've still got plenty of time.

Everything's going to be -- -um, excuse me.

Is this where the midsummer theatre revival

is supposed to be, perchance?

Uh, we're here for the dress rehearsal.

Oh, yes.

We've just put the finishing touches on the costumes.

At least those look professional.

We'll do a dry run of the play first and then the fitting.

No, wait! I haven't gotten a chance to --

[ boards creaking ]

No!

[ Tink! ]

...reinforce the stage yet.

♪♪ [ Tink! ]

[ Sighs ]

I just wanted to live up to Charity's example,

to bring my neighborhood together again,

but the park is still a mess.

We haven't even thought about what refreshments

to serve during the performance,

and even if we had, we don't have a stage

for the method mares to perform on.

It's hopeless, just hopeless.

I don't understand.

The map summoned us here to solve a friendship problem.

We've clearly found it, but why did it send the two of us?

Why not Twilight?

I'm sure she could have used her magic

to transform this park in an instant.

I've been thinking the same thing.

I mean, I can at least see why you're here --

Coco's your friend, and you have an eye for costumes and all.

But me?

I was never gonna be able to finish a project this big.

We'll return to Ponyville as failures.

Why must this be, Applejack?

Why, why, why?

Now hold on there.

I'm not suggesting we pack up and go home.

[ Muffled speech ]

[ Scoffs ] Then what are you suggesting?

I'm suggesting we stop worrying about

what we can't do and start doing what we can.

I think I've got a plan.

It won't be anything big or fancy,

but it'll be something.

And something's got to be better than nothing, right?

I suppose so.

That's the spirit... Sort of.

All right, y'all, it's ready!

Should we go ahead and start?

Excuse me.

I'm Charity Kindheart.

I'm here about the open design position.

I brought some samples of my work.

I'm sorry I'm late.

I had the hardest time finding my way here.

I just moved here and I keep

getting mixed up by the street names.

I had a map, but I dropped it in a puddle,

which only made the street names harder to read.

I see.

What is that?

I don't know, sugar. It looks like some kind of play.

Well, can we stay and watch it, please?

Please? Can we? Can we?

Oh, all right.

I suppose we could stay for a minute.

Excuse me, but your next appointment is here.

All right, send him in.

I'm sorry, but based on these samples,

I just don't think this is the place for you.

[ Gasps ]

Don't get me wrong.

These clothes are all exquisite and well-made,

but more theatrical than avant garde.

Have you considered costume design?

I have a contact on Bridleway.

If you're interested, I can put you in touch with him.

And scene.

[ Indistinct conversations ]

Charity, dear, is that you?

Hello, Mrs. Pearblossom.

I didn't see -- oops!

Oh, let me help you, dear.

Are these the costumes you've been working on?

Yes, I was supposed to be finished by now,

but there's just so much to do,

and I still have a few last-minute alterations

to make before opening night!

I'm sorry I couldn't get enough tickets

for everypony in the neighborhood.

I hope Mr. Pearblossom wasn't too disappointed.

I know "trotter on the roof" is one of his favorites.

Oh, my dear filly, don't worry about that.

We're so proud of you.

We shall be with you in spirit!

Thank you!

You've all made me feel so welcome here

and have become like family to me.

I just wish I could share this experience

with you and the others.

Uh, what's going on?

It's the midsummer theatre revival.

The method mares are performing.

Ah, the revival.

[ Chuckles ] Yeah.

My pop used to bring me.

Pearblossom: It's so nice of you

to put on this play for the neighborhood.

I couldn't have done it without everypony's help.

I know it's not bridleway, but --

oh, pishtosh.

It's perfect, dear.

♪♪

Oh!

You're such a dear.

Thank you. This is so nice.

I haven't seen the neighborhood

this friendly since Charity moved away.

[ Cheers and applause ]

Thank you, Fillies and Gentlecolts.

Please give a warm welcome to the one

who made this entire event possible --

our neighbor, Coco Pommel.

[ Cheers and applause ]

[ Clears throat ]

Thank you all so much for coming.

The midsummer theatre revival

was always something that meant so much to me,

and it seems it means quite a lot to all of you, as well.

I really can't take all the credit, though.

My dear friends Rarity and Applejack

helped me ever so much.

[ Cheers and applause ]

Oh, darling, please -- it was just a few costumes.

Aww, shucks.

I just happened to be good with a hammer, is all.

To be honest, we had much bigger plans to start.

When those fell through, we decided to simplify.

This here was the result.

Oh, don't be so modest.

Coco and I were lost.

You bet your boots we were.

[ Tink! ]

[ Tink! ]

[ Indistinct conversations ]

We just wanted to say how much we enjoyed

the midsummer theatre revival and how much it inspired us.

Oh, yeah?

I used to think that to help my community

I had to do something big.

And let's face it -- in this day and age,

who has the time for such a commitment?

But here, you did something as simple

as building a stage and putting on a play,

and look at how it's brought everypony together.

I saw Coco's fliers for volunteers

but didn't think anything I'd have time

to do would be that useful.

Now I wish I'd offered to help,

even if it was just pulling a few weeds

or planting a few flowers.

Not sure if you noticed,

but the park is far from being fixed up.

I imagine if you look around, you'll find there's lots

of little ways for you to get involved

in changing this place for the better.

And I will!

And I don't think we'll be alone.

[ Twinkling ]

Yee-hoo!

[ Both laugh ] We did it!

[ Gasps ]

I understand now!

It all makes perfect sense!

Huh?

I know why the map called you here.

You do?

If Twilight had used her magic to fix the park,

it wouldn't have fixed the real problem,

which is that these Manehattan ponies

didn't think they had time to do something for their community!

But by building that stage

and making sure the play went on,

you showed them that just by doing something small,

you can make a big difference!

Well, I'll be.

It means you have more in common

with the Manehattan ponies than you thought!

[ Laughs ] But all the same,

I'd sure like to head back to Ponyville on the next train.

I want to check in with Apple Bloom and find out

how the Sisterhooves Social turned out.

Oh, absolutely, my dear.

Just as soon as I stop that pony in the shop over there

from purchasing that dreadfully hideous scarf!

Stop!

You're making a terrible mistake!

[ Sighs ]

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