Musicals

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Musicals

Musicals

Hey all, I recently took a little nostalgia trip through the Inkwell, and I noticed some people I know are still on here. Along with some new people, with some awesome ideas and storytelling skills! Since I'm now in High School and taking a theatre course, I thought it would be fun to make a musical/play thread. We could start by just talking about musicals, if anyone else out there is a fan of broadway. Who knows, we could write some scenes if people are up for it.

For those of you who don't know me, I'm Pete. I was active on here a couple years ago, if I remember correctly. I like fantasy and Sci-Fi stuff, and word/logic games are right up my alley. I might be too old for the actual cricket magazine, but hey, the Inkwell's always been a fun place to share ideas.

I'll start by sharing some of my favorite musicals. West Side Story and Addams Family are both pretty fun, and Willy Wonka (Since I actually starred in that one) was pretty awesome too!

submitted by Pete the Trollslayer, Here & Now
(November 26, 2017 - 1:40 pm)

*gasp* It's you! It's Pete the Trollslayer! Hi, I'm Leeli, I joined almost two years ago, and though you probably don't know me, I've heard a lot about you from the other Cbers. You're like...kind of a legend. Sorry, that's all. I was just surprised to see an actual oldie around!

submitted by Leeli
(November 26, 2017 - 4:31 pm)

DUDE! HI! Woa, I was just on another thread talking about missing cbers and I mentioned you, but here you are!

If you remember, I did the superhero rp with you, Brooke, Noelle, and JBE. (I was squeak, don't ask its complicated). Brooke's still here, Noelle disappeared at the same time you left though. I assume you know where JBE is since I'm pretty sure you two are brothers? 

I'm a fan of musicals as well! Mainly heathers and wicked, but when I was little I did plays like wizard of oz, Beauty and the Beast, and one based of Rugrats which I can't remember how they did it.

It'll be fun to do another rp with you again mate! Nice to see you're still around.  

 

submitted by Danie
(November 26, 2017 - 4:33 pm)

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Lonnie

submitted by top top
(November 27, 2017 - 10:12 am)

I'm still here! Did I ever tell you that you're the heir of Decepmyth? Lol I think I forgot. And Maple was the evil person. 

As far as musicals, OH MY GANDALF WEST SIDE STORY IS THE BEST!!!! Probably one of my favorites. Ever. I also like Hamilton (of course), Wicked is pretty good, and I'm now into the new musical Anastasia.  

submitted by Rose bud, age 15
(November 27, 2017 - 12:55 pm)

Glad to hear I'm still remembered! Although calling me a legend might be an overstatement. I don't know, when I first came here for the fantasy character contest or something in the magazine (I don't really remember), I never imagined myself getting called an oldie. I do have fun reading excerpts from my old characters/RPs though. Like Peleto Azeroth, Frank Harrison, and Nino Herriot to name a few.

To answer a couple questions my brother (aka JBE) is still alive. To quote him: "Hi, I'm here. Maybe I'll post, maybe I won't. Probably not though. Maybe." So if you want I could nag him until he gets back on. And I would absolutely love to do another RP with you guys. Another thing on my new CB bucket list is to have another game of Spectrum. I don't know if anybody remembers it, but it was a fun murder/clue-ish minigame I made. Here's the link to the original thread: http://www.cricketmagkids.com/chatterbox/puddingsplace/node/182978

About being the heir of Decepmyth, remind me what that is again? I know I made an AE named Ace the Drakon Prince, but I don't know if that has anything to do with Decepmyth.

Anyway! I'm happy that everybody has their favorite musicals. But now I kind of want to do a little scene writing game. I'm gonna have everyone create no more than one character using this template:

Name:  (Normal or Fanatasy/Scifi)

Age: (Any age, as long as they can speak)

Appearance: (Just a general summary of what they look like)

Characteristic: (Pick one, the most important. Could be good or bad)

Objective: (What your character wants in the scene)

Fear: (Any phobia that might keep your character from their objective)

Once we get at least 2-3 characters (More than 6 would probably be too many), I'll give you guys a scenario and the rules of the game (I know you're pretty confused right now but it'll be fun!). It'll be pretty much like an RP, only in script format. It'll be quick, so we'll hopefully finish! Post if you have any questions for me.

submitted by Pete the Trollslayer, Pluto
(November 27, 2017 - 3:33 pm)

my solo write  that you joined years ago about another world. I randomly drew names for the hero and villain and you landed hero. I never finished the solo write, sadly. 

submitted by Rose bud
(November 27, 2017 - 5:50 pm)

The Epic Wizard RP! I would once in a while go back and read it. That's one of my favorite ones to be honest. 

Anyways, sounds like a cool game! I'm in.

Name: Troy Enzok

Age: 25

Appearance: Bright blue hair that seems to be stuck in anti gravity all the time, AKA his hair is floating. Completely gray eyes with no pupils. Wears a large gray overcoat. Fairly short and slim.

Characteristic: Serious

Objective: To find his way back home

Fear: People.

Strange character, I know. But strange is all I know! 

submitted by Danie
(November 27, 2017 - 7:05 pm)

Oh yeah I wish we could continue that RP! Nice character btw, a few more and we're good to go.

submitted by Pete the Trollslayer
(November 27, 2017 - 7:48 pm)

Good to hear from you! I love the Addams Family Musical.

Also I mayormaynotbestarringinHighSchoolMusicalshhh 

submitted by Brookeira
(November 27, 2017 - 4:27 pm)

I literally went to the Inkwell and freaked out. Pete the Trollslayer!! Wowowowow! I haven't seen you in a really long time. You probably don't know me, because I think I joined around the time you left, but...hey! How's life? Have you seen the new Thor

As for musicals, a couple years ago I saw my school's performance of The Lion King, and it was pretty great. I'm not a huge drama person, but I still like watching performances. 

submitted by Jarvis, age ???
(November 27, 2017 - 4:56 pm)

Name:  (Normal or Fanatasy/Scifi) Winnie Aubergine

Age: (Any age, as long as they can speak) 16

Appearance: (Just a general summary of what they look like) Curly black hair, brown skin, deep brown eyes. Wears a purple sweater. Has a wide, welcoming smile.

Characteristic: (Pick one, the most important. Could be good or bad) Stubborn

Objective: (What your character wants in the scene) Stability. Is not a fan of change.

Fear: (Any phobia that might keep your character from their objective) VERY loud noises, is terrified.

submitted by Brookeira
(November 27, 2017 - 8:54 pm)

Ok, I think we can begin. Feel free to submit a character, and I'll ok it and I might change the scenario a bit. Speaking of scenarios, this is the situation our charaters must face:

Our characters find themselves in a crowded club. Loud dance music is blaring, neon pink lights are flashing, and lively silhouettes are visible dancing over the mist from a fog machine. The club smells like hairspray. The characters find their friends have abandoned them, and nobody in the dancing crowd will bother to help them. The only exit is blocked by an ocean of aggressively friendly people.

Here are the Rules

Each post you make must be in script format. No establishing paragraphs, no inner thoughts. This is rapid fire back and forth dialouge. For example:

WES: Yo, who took my Royal Hawaiian macadamia nuts?

TAYLOR: The only nut in here is you, ya psycho. 

WES: Who you callin' psycho? You look like a Vienna sausage!

And so on. Speaking of inner thoughts and establshing paragraphs, asides and stage directions are allowed. Asides are lines only the audience can hear, if anybody wanted to know. Another example:

(WES and TAYLOR enter the museum)

WES: You here about that robbery that happened here last night?

TAYLOR: (nervous) Uh, nope! (aside) I hope he doen't discover my secret stash of stolen goods in my right back pocket!

WES: (aside) I bet she has a secret stash of stolen goods in her right back pocket...

Lastly, only 6 lines per post. each line can be any length. Please wait for each other to post, it'll be way more fun! You can make anybody's character say a line or 2 in your post, but nothing ridiculous. Well, I might interject and add a new ridiculous detail, but that's diffrent :P.Alright, I'll let anybody start. Remember the scenario, and remember: your objective is your main and most important goal. Have fun! 

submitted by Pete the Trollslayer, Trollslayer Club
(November 28, 2017 - 4:28 pm)

Alrighty! I'll start the scenario.

 

Troy: (uncomfortable and shouting over music) (talking into phone) How long until you get here?

Voice on Phone: Soon, Calm down, this is literally the best place to chill.

Troy: (more uncomfortable) This is a very undistinguished place and I really wished you picked somewhere else, like a nice garden, or a park, or nearly any place besides this.

Voice on Phone: Dude, cmon, just take a chill pill for once and relax, everything is going to be fine.

Troy: (angry) We are stuck on this horrific planet and you want me to--

(Voice on Phone hangs up.)  

 

submitted by Danie
(November 28, 2017 - 6:13 pm)

Btw guys you don't need permission for anything, you guys can keep posting until I add something.

submitted by Pete the Trollslayer, The Stage
(November 29, 2017 - 3:46 pm)
submitted by top
(March 19, 2018 - 3:58 pm)