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But perhaps the best Easter egg is a scene in the movie when the cast is rehearsing “Candide” with Cooper conducting.

From Washington Times • Dec. 18, 2023

It’s 1964, Taylor and Burton are the most famous couple in the world, and Burton is rehearsing the role of Hamlet for a Broadway production that Gielgud is directing.

From New York Times • Jun. 2, 2023

He practices Blink-182’s “All the Small Things” on guitar, plays trumpet in the school band and is rehearsing various singing roles for the Cinderella school musical.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 22, 2023

The steelpan ensemble, which has many young players among its ranks, is rehearsing feverishly in the lead-up to the National Panorama competition final.

From BBC • Feb. 20, 2023

"Who started this here racket, anyhow?" asked the policeman, in the bored tone of one who is rehearsing an oft-repeated scene.

From Calvary Alley by Rice, Alice Caldwell Hegan