Morinomiya Music Academy - Rehearsal Room
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Nene
(This feels more like a professional sports team than a musical troupe. I guess they do have it pretty hard here...)
Teacher
This is Nene Kusanagi.
She will be studying at Morinomiya with all of you for the next three months.
She will be studying at Morinomiya with all of you for the next three months.
Teacher
She still has to attend her regular school like normal, so she won't be here all day during the week. But she will be here from start to finish otherwise.
Nene
My name is Nene Kusanagi!
I'm a member of a troupe called Wonderlands×Showtime, and will be studying to improve my acting skills here.
I'm a member of a troupe called Wonderlands×Showtime, and will be studying to improve my acting skills here.
Teacher
Studying here means that you'll be treated the same as any other Morinomiya student, Ms. Kusanagi.
Teacher
So, everyone, if she has any questions regarding the rules and expectations we place on our students, please help her out.
Teacher
Anyway, that concludes our morning meeting. Let's do our best again today to uphold the name of Morinomiya.
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Nene
(That was a little nerve-wracking, but I'm glad I was able to introduce myself to everyone...)
Nene
(But I have to stay focused.
I need to do my best in order to learn new acting techniques and other ways to express myself using my body...!)
I need to do my best in order to learn new acting techniques and other ways to express myself using my body...!)
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Imura
My name's Imura! I'm really looking forward to working with you! Things might be a little hard at first since the rules here are so strict, but feel free to ask me any questions!
Mori
Come to think of it, have you already received today's schedule? You're going to need it, so I can have a copy made if you don't have one.
Nene
(I hesitated for a second there, since this place is so famous for being strict. But I guess my worries were misplaced.)
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Nene
(Her core seems incredibly strong.
It's like she's ready to perform at a moment's notice.)
It's like she's ready to perform at a moment's notice.)
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Forgive me for doing this just before our lesson, but I felt that I should introduce myself to our new addition.
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Mori
Many who enroll in this school are already talented singers and dancers in their own right.
Mori
But Byakkomachi here stands head and shoulders above the rest of us. The executives and staff can't seem to get enough of her.
Nene
I had no idea...!
Umm... I feel honored to be speaking with somebody in your position.
Umm... I feel honored to be speaking with somebody in your position.
Byakkomachi
In any case, as the head of this class and your fellow classmate, I plan on giving you all the support I can.
Byakkomachi
I'll show you around the changing and recreations rooms once our lesson is finished.
Byakkomachi
There's no need to thank me. It's all a part of the job. Oh, look at the time. Our lesson is about to start...
Byakkomachi
You're not officially enrolled here and you're only here for a limited time, but you will be treated the same as the rest of us.
Byakkomachi
Simultaneously, you'll be expected to act and produce results all on your own.
Ballet Teacher
When you perform a grand jeté, maintain control all the way down to your fingertips! You will not be able to dance with grace unless you have control over every part of your body!
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Nene
(Even after all that training we did with Mikazukigumi...
My legs feel like jelly already just from ballet basics...!)
My legs feel like jelly already just from ballet basics...!)
Nene
(But the others haven't stopped dancing for a second... Just how much stamina do they have...?!)
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Mori
Please try to stay hydrated, since these practices are likely going to feel extra difficult while you try to get used to things around here.
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Byakkomachi
Could I ask you to look over how I dance from the middle through the finale? I still feel like I'm missing something...
Ballet Teacher
But your form is near perfect.
It seems unnecessary to push yourself any harder...
It seems unnecessary to push yourself any harder...
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Imura
Yeah, she's so good that world-famous directors have been coming to visit our school in addition to seeing our shows. For example, Jack Howard, the creator of “Spirit”...
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Imura
Yes, really!
You won't believe how many people have already asked her to audition for their troupes and companies!
You won't believe how many people have already asked her to audition for their troupes and companies!
Imura
But despite all that, she chose to enroll at Morinomiya! Because she loves this place so much!
Nene
(It's clear that she has the talent to become a world-class performer. That's obvious just based on her aura and how refined her movements are...)
Voice Teacher
Next, I'd like for you all to sing one at a time. We'll start with the front row at this end.
Students
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Nene
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Nene
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Voice Teacher
...
Nene
(She hesitated there for a second. Does that mean I didn't do well? I thought I did okay...)
Voice Teacher
Okay, that concludes today's lesson.
You'd like to tell them about it now, yes?
You'd like to tell them about it now, yes?
Teacher
As I'm sure you all already know, auditions for our next quarterly performance will be held soon.
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Teacher
The title of this performance will be announced tomorrow during your acting lesson. Please let us know if you know that you will not be present.
Next Chapter: Auditioning on my Own