NOVEL SIMPLE 20. drama club
Well, children, I'm glad to see everyone excited about the theater plays," said Raquel, beaming. The classroom had an unusual, tangled appearance, almost like an animated Halloween scene, akin to the marvelous world of Jack. Vines and lights hidden behind translucent white paper enhanced the gentle design of the room.
-For today, we will explore what is known as dance in theater. It's a spirited gesture used by directors to create a different harmony for the audience's experience, -Raquel explained.
>>For our Christmas play, 'Our Town' by Thornton Wilder, we will incorporate what they call dance numbers. These are choreographed routines that are part of the dance, which can include solos, duets, or trios. It's not uncommon to see choreographies involving the entire cast, but it's not recommended unless it's a less demanding practice," Raquel said.
One thing is certain, though theater has its charm, and operas are the pinnacle of art, I don't think I'm very friendly to the idea of mandatory singing. My voice isn't enough, and singing has always embarrassed me. Dancing is more tolerable, but I'm not very skilled at the tricks of these types of attempts.
-Well, everyone, find a partner and let's start with a bit of waltz to warm up the legs. It's always good, - Raquel instructed.
Look, there goes Claudia, escaping my sight and ending up with that guy, Justin. Quite painful for me, considering I don't have any other friends besides Claudia.
-Ah, Billy, you're left without a partner, young man. Come and dance with me - said Teacher Raquel.
- Yes, ma’am, - Billy replied.
-Try to spread your legs a little more, just a bit. The dance is all about subtlety and elegance, - the teacher advised.
The waltz, in dance, is a classic among the classics. Its use has become reserved for special occasions, but in the past, a good waltz emerged as a scandalous and audacious reaction to the sin of couples dancing with one another. Its rhythm and footwork can be easily learned and repeated. It originated from the folk traditions of Germany and Austria.
Ah, do you have any skills for this step, young man?" Raquel asked.
-Thank you, teacher. I learned something during my childhood, - Billy replied.
-Oh, Claudia spoke a lot about you, - the teacher said.
-Ahaha, Claudia did? -Billy asked.
-Yes, she approached me before lunch and told me many things about you, - Raquel said. - She spoke highly of your sharp intellect and why you deserve the lead role in the play. -
The powerful Claudia, with all her abilities, now turns out to be a good intermediary with Teacher Raquel. When did she have time for an advanced conversation?
-I don't know what to say, teacher. I'll thank Claudia tonight. But I have many things on my mind, which is why I didn't participate in the audition, - Billy said.
-She also mentioned your lack of common sense in personal relationships, like the fact that you live in your world, reminiscent of those individuals who have it all figured out but clearly, you don't and seek to excel prematurely, - Raquel said.
-It's interesting to hear that perspective of me. Although she might be right about seeking to excel prematurely, - Billy said.
-So, to be more direct, do you want the role or not? - Claudia asked.
-The role in the play? Isn't there already a chosen actor among the third-year students? -Billy asked. -
- Well, you must fight for what you want, young man. Yielding is wasting opportunities. Once you give up a role, someone else will take it. If you want to shine in Hollywood, you must understand that opportunities are scarce, and beyond any opportunity, competition does not tolerate indecision. – Raquel said.
>>The shark circle can be frustrating for any newcomer or misfit in Hollywood. You'll have to live between luck and a branch of improbabilities that I assume you don't fully understand, - Raquel said.
-What does all of this have to do with not accepting a role in a play? -Billy asked.
-Absolutely nothing, just advice from an old person to their student, - Raquel said.
Am I missing something? On one hand, I have the decision to pursue an academic career as an animator, and on the other hand, I have the desire to be part of film productions earlier than planned. But I may be mistaken. If I wait to graduate, I'll be twenty-two years old. Starting early isn't always good, but it just so happens that many actors, in general, have been involved in acting since childhood, adolescence, or when they come of age.
-That's true, teacher. My established plan is to participate in the creation of animated shows and earn a degree in animation. As an artist, my goal is to be part of the creative process. Creating movies is a dreamy and idealistic idea that I have about a world I'm not yet part of, - Billy said.
- We are the dreams we live. In some people, our dreams determine our happiness. Artistic people are stubborn, they are naive, and they enjoy such naivety in the way we conceive life. It's up to you to decide if you're one of those who can only live a life pursuing dreams, - Raquel said.
- Do you think Claudia did it because...? - Billy asked.
- Because she cares about you. She wants you to be part of the play. She feels it's your desire, - Raquel said. - Sometimes women have a sixth sense. She may be mistaken. It's now your decision to decide what you do. -
- If I decide to accept, what do I have to do? - Billy asked.
-Well, come on Saturday morning. We have a rehearsal. Would you like to participate in the rehearsals? Come, - Raquel said.
The music mingled with my thoughts, a series of events I couldn't fully comprehend. As I got lost in contemplating which path to choose, it became clear that it wasn't a crossroads but merely a stumbling block on my journey. Sometimes, you slip and stumble upon your intentions, unable to distinguish the path you were on.
Billy saw Claudia dancing in the distance, smiling at some missteps and her poor footwork coordination. It made him stumble again, and he laughed with her partner, another funny guy whose name he couldn't remember, but his straight, short, bowl-cut black hair gave him an innocent look. On Saturday, he would participate in a rehearsal, and once again, his anxiety seized him like a faucet cutting off his breath.
Let's leave destiny to chance. Usually, on Saturdays, he wakes up early to go to Lux Animation Studio and draws a complete volume of a particular story. He continues until late afternoon, has a quick lunch, and then goes with his father to watch a movie as a recreational activity or visit the shopping center to enjoy the hustle and bustle of shoppers around.
So, what do you decide? It took me a lot of convincing to get Teacher Raquel to acknowledge your acting talent, - Claudia said, - her eyes wide and questioning. They stood out amidst the dystopian atmosphere of cobwebs. In the distance, everyone was engaged in an improvised dance to some modern music, deviating from the once-played classical waltz.
-Acting talent, Claudia, I'm a novice who is still learning the art, - Billy said.
-Well, yes, I've seen you practice. You're far better than that conceited and adorable Jack Boor,- Claudia said.
-I still don't understand what's so special about that guy. You say you hate him, but you combine 'conceited' with 'adorable.' It just makes me question women's love for men. It's quite perverse that you, a declared intellectual, give him so much attention, - Billy said.
- Well, that doesn't matter. Will you participate on Saturday? I hope to see you in the front row, - Claudia said.
-I'm still not sure. I have some other things to take care of, - Billy said.
- Other things? You sound like my father. Come on Saturday and leave your cane at home, Grandpa, - Claudia said.
-I'll come. What's your problem with me participating in the school play? - Billy asked.
-I already told you, it's a great opportunity for you, - she replied. - I have to go now, but if you skip it, I'll come and drag you there, - she said.
It's frustrating how she always ends her conversations abruptly, running off without allowing me to respond. Well, I'll ask her later. There are still a few days left.
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