August The Twenty-Fourth

[Lenora Byers]

((Anybody is welcome to post here. If you know Lenora feel free to say she invited you and if not you can just say you come to see the play )

“Mummy, Daddy, Aaron! I am going now! I will meet you there all right? Don’t forget the play starts at 7:30 sharp!” Lenora yelled as she raced out the door with her bag in hand and hair in a ponytail swinging behind her. It was scarcely noon but they still had a final rehearsal to go through and they had to get into costumes and make-up. A quick trip on the underground got Lenora to the theatre in London on time and she practically skipped backstage to meet up with the rest of the cast assembled.

Gossip was exchanged as the girls changed into their costumes and had their hair done but none of it was important. About an hour later though Lenora emerged in a simple gown for her first scene with her hair pulled back into an elegant bun. The moment she stepped out though Andy, Romeo and one of Lenora’s best friends, picked her up and spun her around once before restoring her to the solid ground. She gave him a playful slap before a hug and the two exchanged pleasantries and re-told recent news. All too soon though it was time for Andy to go talk to ‘Benvolio’ about Rosaline. Not long after Lenora emerged on stage in the part of Juliet discussing Paris with her mother and nurse.

Rehearsal went off without a hitch and tension was mounting in most for the first performance. Lenora was excited though, especially because she had invited a number of people from school to come see her act. People were starting to arrive outside and so Lenora changed into some regular clothes and went out front to wait for not only her family but her friends from school as well. She really didn’t care that she must have looked odd with an elegant bun in her hair, stage make-up on her face, and a pair of jeans.

[dana]

Dana raised the bouquet of yellow roses to her nose, inhaling the sweet aroma. She knew Lenora liked roses and since red roses showed love, Dana had decided on yellow ones. But the occasion most certianly called for roses – Lenora was going to play Juliet for the first time after all! Smoothing out the light creme summer-dress with Dana observed the London slipping past the car window with a small smile. It would be nice to go out to theatre once again. She actually hadn’t had a chance for it previously this summer. Dana liked going to the theatre. Going to the cinema was fun as well, but going to a theater wasn’t compearable to going to see a movie. Something about the aura in theatre made it different.

It didn’t take overly long for the car to pull to a stop. Bowing over Dana slipped one one high-heeled shoe while looking serachingly around for an other. Finding it after a moment under the seat, Dana pulled it on too and after picking the bouquet of roses up carefully exited the car. Looking around Dana walked forward to the entrance. Lenora had owled her a ticket for the show. In no time Dana had handed the bouquet in at the ticket booth with instructions for it to be delievered to Lenora after the show was over. People were starting to arrive just as Dana straightened again and took a step back. Checking her french braid on the mirror reflection on the booth’s glassy wall Dana noticed a familiar blond head a bit farther along.

A smile rose to Dana’s face as she whirled around. Easily avoiding a few persons on the way Dana reached Lenora in no time. Dana tapped Lenora’s shoulder as she stepped next to her demanding her attention for a moment. „The bun suits you. It’s nice. However shouldn’t you be wearing a gorgeous dress instead of jeans?“ Dana asked teasingly, knowing Lenora had most probably not wanted to come out here in her performance clothes.
„Thanks for inviting me here once again. I’m sure the performance will be breath-taking,“ Dana told Lenora with a friendly smile. Lenora didn’t seem very nervous. Anxios – yes, but not nervous. Dana herself would have been only a bundle of nerves if she would have to perform. But on the other hand – Lenora was used to performing. Dana expected this to turn into a pleasant evening and she would do everything in her power to make sure it would end up like that. „Romeo and Juliet“ wasn’t her favorite play from Shakespeare but it wasn’t bad either. She’d just have to wait and see how the play would go.

[thien]

It was a beautiful evening as Thien and Chels was walking arms in arms down a street in no particular direction. “So what do you want to do on this lovely night?” Thien asked. “To be with you, silly.” Chels said playfully. Thien gave her a gentle squeeze and continued to walk down the street.

They took a turn at a corner and that’s when Chels spotted a theatre which was playing Romeo and Juliet. “Hey there something to do.” Chels pointed. Thien noticed it too and began to refuse. “Aww come on watch it me, please.” Chels pled and using that puppy dogs face which she knew Thien couldn’t say no to. “Oh you just had to use that face didn’t you. Oh alright, I’ll watch it with you.” Thien said surrendering to Chels.

They walked to the booth and bought two tickets and enter the theatre. It was a huge place and highly decorative. It awe Thien how muggles can be so artistic. Statues high as the ceiling and carved so well it looked real. The lighting was dim enough so people can see their way, but setting a relaxing mood. And the place played a soothing tune. Thien thought this place was a good getaway place, just to take a break from the real world.

“Come on!” Chels said tugging on Thien’s arm leading him to the balcony, bumping into two people: one with her hair in a bun wearing jeans and another girl wearing a dress. “Oh so sorry.” Thien apologized as he and Chels went off. They soon found a pair of seats just above the rail with a spectacular view of the stage. They sat down Thien wrapping one arm around Chels as she rested her head on him, just as the play was about to start.


OOC: Hope you don't mind Thien and Chels joining. ;D

[Lenora Byers]

((Of course I don’t mind ;D Very glad to see you joined ;D I wasn’t sure if you wanted Lenora and Dana to interact with you though. If so just let me know and I will modify )

Lenora grinned as her friend Dana came up and greeted her with a comment about her jeans. “A pretty dress? Darn I knew I forgot something.” Lenora said with a laugh. “I certainly hope it goes well. Most definitely worked hard enough on it, eh? I am glad you were able to come though.” She grinned at Dana as the bell went off letting everyone know the show was set to start soon. “Best get backstage. I suppose my parents and brother will just come soon. Or I may have missed them. I will see you after the show though, ok.” With that Lenora made her way gracefully back stage where she got into her dress and exchanged pleasantries with the other performers before the curtain opened for the opening scene.

The play went off without a hitch though Lenora still found it rather odd having to kiss one of her best friends. Afterwards all the performers congratulated each other and what have you before going out to see their friends and family for a time. Hair was now down but Lenora hadn’t bothered to take off her stage make-up. She came out the side door and came up on the front steps as the attendees streamed out the front door.

Spotting her mother on the other side of the crowd Lenora skirted through them all and came up behind her. “Boo!” she said popping up beside her mother, gripping her shoulders. “Where are Dad and Aaron?” She asked glancing around and not seeing them. She wasn’t able to look properly though because the people her Mum had been speaking to suddenly started shaking her hand and congratulating her.