Second Script | "By that sin fell the angels." | Video

[stagecontroller]

[ It's been a while since Shakespeare did something in public, besides keep observing from the shadows and avoiding the fights he's not good at, so he decided to make another entrance as a video this time. And with something he has been wanting to do since he arrived here. To survive in this new era he needs a job and stop leeching from everything he can get for free.

And he's expensive as Hell. This is why he requires a Master, to pay for every single thing he likes, but that's not what this post is it about. Today you can see the Great Shakespeare going to Prospero's Theater. And we all know this cannot end very well.

For some minutes, the screen goes black before focusing again in the doors as the playwright opens them and makes an entrance. Inside there are the actors in the stage for their practice when the Director speaks to Shakespeare to leave at once. Which of course he didn't do. ]

I have seen your plays and the way you teach the young ones to perform in their stage, and I can express how disappointed I am. There is no feeling or life that the audience can receive from such empty play. You only play for yourself and not for them, ignoring what beauty the stage and roles can provide you. I came here today to strip you from your charge and remove you from your place where I plan to stand starting from today, good sir.

[ There's a minute of silence, as Shakespeare continues. ]

Allow me to demonstrate everyone how this role should be played.

[ For those who were curious about how amazing Shakespeare was when he lived, here it comes the proof. He stands in the stage and drops his cape, his completely aura feels different at the moment he closes his eyes. The moment he opens them again, his voice raises and his body language changes as well. ]

"I must prevent thee, Cimber.
These couchings and these lowly courtesies
Might fire the blood of ordinary men,
And turn pre-ordinance and first decree"

[ For those familiar with Shakespeare's works, he's performing Julius Caesar play, putting himself in the role of Caesar. He walks in the stage, his gaze firm with the posture of an emperor. ]

"Into the law of children. Be not fond,
To think that Caesar bears such rebel blood
That will be thaw'd from the true quality
With that which melteth fools; I mean, sweet words,
Low-crooked court'sies and base spaniel-fawning."

[ He stops and raises his hands dramatically, each word being said with such feeling enough to provoke and touch the crowd that watches him. He then speaks strong again, as an Emperor would do in such situation. ]

"Thy brother by decree is banished:
If thou dost bend and pray and fawn for him,
I spurn thee like a cur out of my way."

[ And finally, with his eyes sharp and great as if the same Julius Caesar were standing in front of everyone, Shakespeare speaks again the final lines of his role. ]

"Know, Caesar doth not wrong, nor without cause
Will he be satisfied."

[ He stands for a few seconds, before all the actors start applauding him, amazed by such performance. The old director takes his leave after Shakespeare smiles to him triumphantly, then he claps his hands together and orders everyone to return to work. He introduces himself as William only, to avoid being called a crazy one. Minutes later, he picks the device again. ]

Prospero, I'm looking for new faces to perform in my stages. Do you think you can perform in the roles I give to you? I have high expectations of many of you, after all. Do not worry, we will start with a classic one of my plays that many of you are fond of. Please, be looking forward it.

[ A polite chuckle and he ends the feed. ]

Comments

[fractured_white]

*He is simply stunned, Shakespeare. There's some awe and a good deal of almost child-like excitement visible in his eyes as he replies.*

I believe I could find time in my own day to devote to such an art.

[stagecontroller]

You are quite welcome to join me.

I love that I managed to be the first to reply XD

[fractured_white]

Would you care then to speak of the location you've chosen for our first stage?

*He's trying to keep the excitement out of his voice, but not entirely successfully.*

[pucelle]

[Before answering his question, Ruler chooses to clap instead. After all, it's the only appropriate way to show appreciation for such a show, isn't it?]

I must confess that I have not seen many plays and thus am not well-acquainted with how acting should be done, but I believe that was a truly excellent performance just now.

[stagecontroller]

[ Come to him, Joan..... ]

It pleases me to hear that indeed. I live for my audience and for my praise.

[ video ]

[rocker]

You are looking for actors? [ not that.. David is offering.. ]

That being said, although I admire the quality of such performances, I do believe my own favor lies more with music.

[ video ]

[stagecontroller]

A new faces bring curiosity to the new audience after all. [ A chuckle. ] I do admire the honesty of someone who recognizes his own limits, but it is far from entertaining after a while.

[hellburner]

Tell you what. I like you, so if there's a decent paycheck in it, I'll give anything a try.

[stagecontroller]

[ trollbro. ]

We can speak of your reward in person if you so wish, Francis.

[Audio]

[princesszero]

[Clap clap clap clap clap clap xD]

[video]

[stagecontroller]

I thank you for your kindness.

[Video]

[soulsborderline]

Wow, that was...I'm actually impressed.

[Video]

[stagecontroller]

How delightful to hear then. [ Chuckle. ] Are you intrigued of how the rest of the performance will come, young lady?

video;

[kitsunemimi]

Tamamo can be the damsel in distress!

[ clutches face ]

video;

[stagecontroller]

Oh, is it something you are familiar with in your life, Madam?

[ a chuckle. ]

Video

[sandma]

You're quite talented.

Video

[stagecontroller]

I thank you for your words, as I live for my audience and their praise when it given to me, Madam.

video

[needsteaplz]

[Don't mind Saori if she's gone quiet because she's stunned by this plus this is first time seeing him in a video.]

Oh, if only they had any idea who you are, they'd be worshiping the ground you walk on.

Well, I'm not an actor by any means but I'm willing to try if you're still looking.

video

[stagecontroller]

[ A small chuckle. ]

That time will come soon by itself, my dear. But I would be pleased to see new faces in the stage as well. Please come if you wish so.

[unknownrival]

[Issei gets right to the point:]

That was fantastic!

[stagecontroller]

Such praise is quite welcome.

[ A chuckle. ]

[enjoymyatelier]

[holy shit

holy shit

dat class, you get some legit applause good sir.]

That was absolutely magnificent! I can't say I've ever seen a performance quite like that before.

[stagecontroller]

[ No hard feelings for selling tickets for people to see how many punches in the face you got back at then, right? Good. ]

I thank you for your kind words, good sir. I assure you that you will see plenty of them now that I am in charge.

[Video]

[technologic]

[April kinda just stares for a moment, before her expression turns amazed.]

Oh wow, that was amazing!

[Video]

[stagecontroller]

[ He smiles pleased at that. ]

You have my gratitude for your kind words, miss. Are you interested in taking part of it?