David and Michael discover that the studio has now cast two actors. When they discover who has been cast both men are upset as they each have a history with the actor taking their place, one known and one unknown.
An actor who was initially involved in the play, comes back to haunt the production. Georgia has sold her novel and tells Anna that she's due to be a birthing partner for her friend. Michael is blackmailed by his neighbour.
The Staged special features not only mistakes and outtakes but it also shows how the show itself was found. From experiments in how to film the show to playing with the idea of who and what the characters would be
Jo drafts in the voice of experience to get Michael and David in line. Georgia shares David's work without him knowing. Michael seeks resolution on what has happened to his neighbour.
In 1592, London was in the grip of a devastating plague. Theatres across the city closed down and remained dark for the entirety of the outbreak. Playwrights William Shakespeare and Christopher Marlowe did their bit to help.
Michael and David are finding it hard to regain each other's trust, so the show's producer, Jo, steps in to try to repair the damage. Meanwhile, Michael gets drawn deeper into the situation with his neighbour.
David and Michael spot an opportunity to sabotage the show. David is deflated to discover how people feel about him, while Michael is overjoyed to discover how people feel about him. Anna and Georgia consider their options.
Accepting their fate David and Michael prepare to finally leave their homes. David is finally due to go back to work, Michael thinks he finally has a route to New York. The girls perform their charity sketch.