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The twins hid as the hopefuls for the musical file in with Ms. Darbus at the head of the group and Kelsi right behind her.
Ms. Darbus and Kelsi walked onto stage as Ms. Darbus addressed the small audience.
"This is where the true expression of the artist is realized. Where inner truth is revealed through the actor's journey-" She began
A bell rang.
"Was that a cell phone?" She asked, displeased.
The members of the audience checked themselves to see if their phone went off.
"No, ma'am. That was the warning bell." Kelsi told Ms. Darbus.
"Ah! Those wishing to audition must understand that time is of the essence. We have many roles to cast and final callbacks will be next week." She announced.
The twins had made their way to the back of the auditorium and were observing the proceedings from behind the janitor's cart.
"First, you will sing a few bars and I will give you a sense of whether or not the theater is your calling. Better to hear it from me now than from your friends later. Our composer, Kelsi Nielson, will accompany you and be available for rehearsals prior to callbacks. Shall we?" Ms. Darbus asked. _______________________________________
First singer:(off-key) It's hard to believe that I couldn't see That you were always right beside me This feeling's like no other I want you to know...uh...uh
"Uh-huh. Yes, thank you. Next." Ms. Darbus called
Alan:(badly off-key) It's hard to believe That I couldn't sneeze... see
Sharpay and Ryan were shocked by the error.
Alan (badly off-key): That you were always right there next to beside
"Alan, I admire your pluck. As for your singing...that's a wonderful tie you're wearing. Next!" Ms. Darbus called.
Third singer:(off-key) It's hard to believe that I couldn't see That you were
The third singer winked at Ms. Darbus.
Third singer: (off-key): always right beside me This feeling's like no other I want you to
He winked at Ms. Darbus again.
Third singer: (off-key): know
"Uh...stop," Ms.Darbus ordered.
Cindra:(high pitched) ...so lonely before I finally found What I've been looking... for
Cindra held that high pitch note.
"Ah...Cindra. What courage to pursue a note that has not been accessed in the natural world. Bravo! Brava! Perhaps the spring musicale." Ms. Darbus told her.
