Phoenix Wonderland
Wonder Stage
Tsukasa
*Nod*
Tsukasa
Okay, we're all finished stretching and warming up our voices.
Tsukasa
And I couldn't ask to be in better physical condition. Also...
Tsukasa
Right! Check!
Left! Check!
Front! Check!
Left! Check!
Front! Check!
Tsukasa
Tsukasa Tenma is at 12,000%!
Now, onwards! To the Phoenix Stage!!!
Now, onwards! To the Phoenix Stage!!!
Emu
Yeeeah!!!
Vroom! Vrooom!!!
Vroom! Vrooom!!!
Nene
I think it's about time for me to buy a pair of earplugs...
Rui
Hehe. You two are much more excited than usual today.
Tsukasa
Of course we are!
After all, today...
After all, today...
Tsukasa
We finally get to discuss our joint performance with the cast of the Phoenix Stage!
Tsukasa
We've been given a golden opportunity to grow as a troupe, so we absolutely should try to make the most of it!
Tsukasa
(Still...
I really wasn't expecting such an opportunity.)
I really wasn't expecting such an opportunity.)
Tsukasa
You want us to do a show with the cast of the Phoenix Stage...?!
Nene
Wh-Why this all of a sudden...?
Shosuke
Just the other day, the decision was made to put on a “30th Anniversary Show” at the Phoenix Stage.
Shosuke
And if you were to be a part of it, I'm sure it'd attract just that much more attention.
Shosuke
Between your night shows and ambassadorial performances, you've essentially become our flagship troupe.
Tsukasa
Which means...
You wish for us to make this performance as spectacular as possible, yes?!
You wish for us to make this performance as spectacular as possible, yes?!
Rui
But to think, a show to celebrate its 30th anniversary... The Phoenix Stage is much older than I realized.
Keisuke
Yes, the Phoenix Stage was built not too long after this park was founded...right around the time I was born.
Nene
Wow, it has been here for a while...
Shosuke
This joint performance should also be a good opportunity for all of you.
Shosuke
Especially since the Phoenix Stage is a renowned venue that even other parks like to keep an eye on. I guarantee that it will be worth your while.
Shosuke
I'm sure you'll be able to take a big step forward as actors.
Tsukasa
...!
Tsukasa
(Wait, is this because...?)
Tsukasa
And it wouldn't have to be ambassadorial performances. I am simply asking for more opportunities to do shows at different locations. How does that sound?
Tsukasa
(Is this their response to what I said about performing at different locations with other troupes...?)
Rui
Yes, the members of the Phoenix Stage's cast are all top-notch...
Nene
Yeah... And they helped us a ton when we were putting together our night show. They even led the other troupes by telling them what needed to be done...
Rui
And of course, Seiryuin is a major asset.
Keisuke
In terms of acting and performing, I believe you'll all agree with me when I say that she's a cut above everyone else.
Keisuke
She's even been asked to join ArcLand in the past, and is so well acquainted with Asahi Genbu that they discuss acting on a regular basis.
Tsukasa
Wh-What?!
Emu
Sakurako's friends with Asahi?!
Shosuke
Yes.
They seem to have first acted together when they were little. That appears to be when they first met.
They seem to have first acted together when they were little. That appears to be when they first met.
Tsukasa
In other words, great talent attracts great talent...!
Keisuke
To be fair, Seiryuin isn't alone when it comes to possessing talent.
Keisuke
Because the Phoenix Stage has been around for so long, the cast has been able to develop a wide array of practice techniques. On top of that, they're all very hardworking. Working alongside them should be a good experience for you.
Tsukasa
Yes, that's true...
Tsukasa
(The cast members of the Phoenix Stage are all very good, with Seiryuin at the top. They're able to reliably put on compelling performances without any excess, if that's what you'd call it...)
Tsukasa
(If I can learn to do what they're able to, I may be able to grow even more as an actor.)
Tsukasa
(Then, there's no reason to refuse this offer!)
Tsukasa
Emu, Nene, Rui...
I'm hoping that...
I'm hoping that...
Rui
Hehe. Say no more, Tsukasa.
Emu
Yeah!
I'm all for it!!!
I'm all for it!!!
Nene
Me too. I wanna give it a try...
Tsukasa
All of you...!
Tsukasa
Then, we accept!
Wonderlands×Showtime will gladly join the Phoenix Stage in celebrating its 30th anniversary!
Wonderlands×Showtime will gladly join the Phoenix Stage in celebrating its 30th anniversary!
Keisuke
Wonderful...
Then, I'll let them know right away.
Then, I'll let them know right away.
Shosuke
This show means a lot to them as well, so try not to get in their way, okay?
Tsukasa
Of course!
We promise to put on an incredible performance!
We promise to put on an incredible performance!
Keisuke
That's good to hear.
Well then, do your best.
Well then, do your best.
Tsukasa, Emu, Nene & Rui
We will!
Tsukasa
Oh...!
Also, um...
Also, um...
Tsukasa
Thank you very much!!!
Tsukasa
(I've been hoping to perform with other actors in order to grow more...)
Tsukasa
(But following the conclusion of our ambassadorial performances, as a cast member of Phoenix Wonderland, I thought I'd only be able to by participating in workshops and such.)
Tsukasa
(I really wasn't expecting this.
I honestly don't know how to thank Keisuke and Shosuke...)
I honestly don't know how to thank Keisuke and Shosuke...)
Tsukasa
(I must make the most of this opportunity! I must grow again like I did with Thorpe and when we performed with Asahi!)
Phoenix Stage
Shosuke
Today, your joint practices officially begin. I'm sure the others will be here soon.
Keisuke
Thank you for agreeing to do this, Seiryuin.
Sakurako
There's no need to thank me.
Sakurako
I made the decision to have them join us because I want us to put on the best performance we possibly can.
Sakurako
I would've refused to perform alongside anyone lesser, even if such a request came from you two.
Shosuke
I guess that part of you is never going to change.
Sakurako
I'd be lying if I said that I didn't have a personal stake in this...
Sakurako
I adore Phoenix Wonderland, and they actually succeeded in saving it.
Sakurako
Which is why I want them to join us for this show.
Sakurako
Just like you two.
Keisuke
I see...
Staff Member
Excuse me... Sorry for interrupting, but do you have a moment?
Sakurako
Oh, is something the matter?
Staff Member
I'd like to discuss some things about that large prop we're going to purchase...
Sakurako
I see...
Sakurako
I'm sorry.
I'll need to excuse myself here.
I'll need to excuse myself here.
Keisuke
Of course.
We hope you'll make the 30th Anniversary Show a good one.
We hope you'll make the 30th Anniversary Show a good one.
Sakurako
We will.
Sakurako
I, Sakurako Seiryuin, vow to put on the best performance that you've ever seen!
Keisuke
As dependable as ever...
Shosuke
Yes, to think that she's already the face of the Phoenix Stage at her age...
Shosuke
And that she seems to have a pretty good idea what we're thinking.
Keisuke
Right...
Keisuke
For now, we've succeeded in buying some time by getting them to be a part of the 30th Anniversary Show.
Keisuke
However...
We won't be able to keep this up forever.
We won't be able to keep this up forever.
Shosuke
...
Keisuke
Shosuke, are you free later this evening?
Shosuke
Hm... I'm not, but I'll make time. For our sake, we need them to stay here for as long as possible...
Shosuke
While we consider the future...
Keisuke
I agree...
Next Chapter: The Happy Phoenix