I'm bored.
But you're reading.
I've read all these books already.
And…
And I'm bored! I wanna do something.
Things have been so slow around here and…
Twilight, Twilight!
Oh, Twilight, darling! Oh, thanks goodness,
it seems that my…
Got here as fast as I c…
Yes! Finally! We've been summoned.
I'm wonder where the map want us to…
Twilight?
Where do you think?..
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!
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?
Seems a hair odd, thought, don't it?
Map callin' 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 as many ponies as all Ponyville.
More like three times!
Why, it's not only home to the Hay-Packing District,
it's also home to the Fashion District!
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…
But this is your mission. Don't worry about me.
I have got plenty of books to keep me busy.
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 Applebloom and Sweetie Belle aren't too upset.
Oh, Manehattan, what you do to me!
Darling, are you alright?
Ponies move so fast here.
Not at all like back home.
Eyes peeled, ears open. Eyes peeled, ears open.
Remember, Applejack, you are in the big city now.
No moseying.
You've got to walk with speed and confidence.
Move back!
Sorry about that.
Oh, get outta my way!
Sorry.
Watch it!
Oh, dear.
Butter my biscuits…
I can barely cross the street in this town.
How am I suppose to help solve the…
There!
Yes i think this is the one.
No! No.
Excuse me?
That hat clashes with your mane,
not a mention it's far too large and will udoubtedly obstruct your vision.
Oh. Dear. None of this will do.
Oh, Applejack! What good timing!
Here. This will do splendidly.
It's a lovely… and 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!
Yeah, I'm pretty sure that wasn't it.
What?
I just saved that poor pony from committing a terrible crime of fashion.
What, she could've been meeting a friend,
who would've laughed at her new hat and then…
their friendship could've been ruined forever and…
it's possible.
Did your cutiemark 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…
I'm so-so sorry,
I-I never meant to…
Beat it!
Please accept my sincerest apologies for the misunderstanding,
and, might I add, what a lovely establishment you have here!
You're right, Applejack.
The search continues.
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…
Friendship advice!
Anypony looking for friendship advice?
Good grief.
This isn't working.
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.
Try not to worry, Applejack.
The map picked us for a reason.
Although how are we supposed to uncover that reason, I haven't a clue.
We can't possibly approach every single pony in town
until we find out what we're meant to do.
Please help us restore our long lost but beloved tradition,
the Midsummer Theater Revival.
There's a guest performance by a local theater 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.
Darling, this is it!
The contact on the flyer is Coco Pommel!
All right…
She is the one you 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.
I can't believe you found my flyer!
Quite a coincidence, don't you think?
Applejack and I was specifically summoned here to be of service.
And you, my dear friend, are in need of help.
It is no coincidence, darling.
It's fate!
This Midsummer Theatre Revival,
what is it, exactly?
An outdoor play held at the community park.
Many moons ago, local theater troupes would perform
and ponies in 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.
Kinda reminds me of Ponyville.
It 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 theater 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 it fostered.
Hey, I'm trotting here!
No pony else to stand 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.
There's just so much to do to bring back the Midsummer Revival,
and my flyers 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!
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.
What am I saying, it's never a good time.
Well, what do you think?
I got my own problems.
You think I got hours to dedicate to somepony else's?
Oh yes.
Charity's Midsummer Theater revival.
Such wonderful memories.
So, you'll help us?
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.
This is the nightmare.
Oh, not at all, darling!
It's quite lovely.
I think she was talking about the Midsummer Theater revival.
I've finished the alterations for My Fair Filly.
But I've barely started costumes for the revival,
and The Method Mares are coming to the park tomorrow for the 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 set still needs to be build!
Well, I know a thing or two about building and fixing things.
It's kinda, well, my thing.
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 that we can handle.
Everything is going to be just fine.
Perhaps, I spoke too soon.
Oh dear, you're right!
Are you sure you can manage this by yourself?
Well, there is a lot to do, but Rarity is 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.
I know it looks bad, but I'm moving as fast as I can.
Don't worry, we've still got plenty of time.
Everything is goind to be…
Excuse me.
Is this where the Midsummer Theater Revival is supposed to be, per chance?
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 got a chance to…
reinforce the stage yet.
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've 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 are you here.
Coco is 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 the Ponyville as failures!
Why must this be, Applejack?
Why? Why? Why…
How hold on there.
I'm not suggesting we pack up and go home.
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 and fancy, but it will be something.
And something's gotta be better than nothing, right?
I suppose so…
That's the spirit!
Sort of…
Alright 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, son, 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.
Don't get me wrong.
These clothes are all exquisite and well made,
but more… theatrical than I avangard
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.
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 favourite's.
Oh, my dear filly, don't worry about that,
we're so proud of you.
We should 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.
What's going on?
It's the Midsummer Theater revival.
The Method Mares are performing.
The revival…
Yeah… My pap used to bring me.
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, pish-posh.
It's perfect, dear.
Oh, you're such a dear.
Thank you.
This is so nice.
Hadn't seen the neighborhood this friendly
since Charity moved away.
Thank you, fillies and gentlecolts,
please give a warm welcome to the one who made this entire event possible,
our neighbor — Coco Pommel!
Thank you all so much for coming.
The Midsummer Theater revival was,
always something that meant so much to me.
And it seems that 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.
Oh darling, please,
it was just a few costumes.
Oh 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.
Bet your boots we were.
We just wanted to say how much we enjoyed the Midsummer Theater 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…
Look at how it's brought everypony together.
I saw Coco's flyers for volunteers,
but didn't think anything I have time to do would be that useful.
Now I wish I'd offered the 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 are lots of little ways
for you to get involved and changing this place for the better.
And I will!
And I don't think we'll be alone.
We did it!
I understand now!
It all makes perfect sense!
I know why the map called you here.
You do?
If Twilight have used her magic to fix the park,
it wouldn't have fixed the real problem!
Which is that these Manehatten ponies didn't think
they have time to do something for the 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!
Seems you have more in common with the Manehattan ponies than you thought!
But, all the same.
I'd sure like to head back to Ponyville on the next train.
I wanna check in with Apple Bloom
and find out how the Sisterhooves Social turned out.
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!
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