midnight
She ordered a new frock for herself , and succeeded in getting Jarvis measured for new dress clothes . Then she threw herself , heart and soul , into the last few days of work at the theatre , helping to polish and strengthen the play . The night of dress rehearsal came , and with it a new development for her consideration and management . Dress rehearsal was called at midnight , as two of the principals were playing in other theatres . There was an air of suspense and confusion on the stage , where the new sets were being put on , which threw Jarvis into a cold sweat of terror . It only added one degree to Bambi 's mounting excitement . She and Jarvis made their way to the front of the house , where Mr. Frohman , the leader of the orchestra , and a few other people interested in the production were assembled .