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Let’s make this day the best in the world | Valentine's Day Concert

🧙 WHO: Anyone and everyone
⚔️️ WHAT: Valentine's Day Concert
🕒 WHEN: February 14th
🗺️ WHERE: At the theater in Camelot
⚠️ WARNINGS: None that I can think of, will edit if needed.

Backstage

Backstage was a busy place during the whole concert. There were people getting ready, people helping people get ready and even just friends visiting them to wish them good luck (or to break a leg) or just help relieve some of the stage fright. Each artist or group had access to a room of their own if they needed some alone time. All they had to do was put up a sign that the room was in use.

On the stage

The theater stage was decorated with appropriate Valentine's Day decorations - roses, hearts and other simple, but meaningful things. The curtain would come down whenever someone needed time to prepare the stage to look different and there were several talented musicians helping out to bring live music to the stage.

As they say, they stage is for the performers to take as their own, one or several at a time.

In the audience

The audience has seatings for those who desire it, but there is also a space for anyone to stand and dance. There's plenty of space even if there is a section of the audience sectioned off for a... pool? Why was there a pool in the theater? Well, it certainly wasn't for just anyone to casually swim in but instead it was reserved for a special guest making an appearance at the concert.

The Lady of the Lake had been invited by Ren to watch the concert. To be fair, he had also invited King Arthur, Merlin and the Lady Morganna, but only the Lady of the Lake had accepted the invitation (although looking at Merlin's instagram afterwards may prove different, as he was there but just under a disguise).

Snacks and beverages are also being served at the theater lobby. Of course, since it was Valentine's Day, there was plenty of chocolate to go around.

After-party

While the after-party was mostly aimed at performers to celebrate a successful concert, no one was turned away from it. Anyone wanting to visit the party to congratulate on the success or to just chat with the performers was definitely welcome to.

The party was hosted at the theater too, since why not use the space you needed to clean up the next day anyway. Anyone was also welcome to join the clean up process the next day as well, but Ren certainly wouldn't force anyone to help out.

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1. Backstage

[With the guitar slung over his shoulders, he's practicing several riffs from the songs that they will play. He doesn't look nervous at all; people that do know him can tell that he's excited about this from the way his fingers are expertly strumming, warming up before the big show.
But, he can't see any of his bandmates yet. They aren't late, are they!? Uenoyama pauses in his practice to look up and around the place, spotting a lot of performers.]

Hey, [he stops one passing by] have you seen my bandmates? [Maybe Uenoyama's the one that's lost here. It happened before!]

2. After-party

[Partying isn't Uenoyama's forte. He's not anti-social by any means, but he's also not... good at this either. He usually spends time after big show with Mafuyu, talking about what they did good or wrong and just being, well, them. It's also usually always late so they don't have to worry about things.

But there's a bustle of people around here, the buttoned-up shirt is suffocating him (it didn't on stage?) and the newest piercing he got, the earring, is itching for him to get it off (it didn't itch before!). He picks up one of the red cups and downs whatever it is in it, then makes a face.]

Was that... [Yes, it probably was. Whoops.

Trying not to look out of place, he walks up to a random group of people and just... listens to what they are talking about. Maybe tries to snoop on how good their performance was. ]

Edited 2021-02-14 16:44 (UTC)

[Uenoyama isn't the only one not good at partying. Kadoc had decided to attend this concert as the first major thing he was going to participate in somehow in this strange new world—well, participating is just listening for him, when it comes to music. His participation had been limited to curling up in a seat away from other people and just zoning out listening to everyone's sets. But that had been . . . honestly, kind of awesome, and he'd felt awesome enough himself after to decide to attend the party.

. . . Now he's remembering why he never does that. It's so awkward being around everyone, not knowing what to say or even why he's bothering trying to think of anything to say at all. In other words, he's wallflowering, hovering around by refreshments and the literal wall and not much of anywhere else.

It just so happens he witnesses the cup incident. So now here's this guy, curled up against the wall with a bottle of water, heavily pierced himself, watching that go down with the barest smile on his face. This he can't help but comment on.]

Did you just slam back that whole thing without checking? . . . You really are living the musician lifestyle.

[Uenoyama's attention perks up when someone directly addresses him and looks surprised for a moment. Then glances at the cup he drank from. Yeah, he probably should've checked before doing that. But he also didn't expect everything to be like that here.]

...

I was thirsty.

[Which is FAIR, yes, he was thirsty, but he didn't have to down the first thing he came across. He usually always checks those things. A musician's life, huh? Could be... he doesn't want to get completely off hinges, he won't be able to enjoy what he's doing in the end.]

Did you perform? I don't think I saw you on the stage.

[He shakes his head, feeling a light blanket of embarrassment settling over him. A cozy throw of shame. He knows it well.]

I'm not a musician myself. I was just excited to hear about a live show of modern music in a place like this. . . . Then I ended up slipping in here to tell you guys I appreciated the show, then fucking chickening out of that and hiding by the wall, so instead I guess I'm here teasing you about your drinking habits. Sorry.

[The evening in a nutshell. He sips his water because it's a good excuse to look away for a moment, and also, he's thirsty.]

[Crow is in his dressing room going over his lyrics and music again. The songs he's chosen, he knows like the back of his hand, but it helps him to concentrate on something to stave off nervousness. Though he does hear Uenoyama practicing from outside the door, and he sounds really skilled. Crow is a guitarist too, but he's not quite as adept as his bandmate Aion. He'll never admit it though.

He peeks outside of his door to see Uenoyama looking a bit confused. He must have been so engrossed in his playing, he didn't realize his surroundings. Anyway, Crow needs a distraction, so he's fine helping this guy out.]

Don't you have a dressing room? Maybe they're hanging out there?

Yes, I do, I just left it, [Uenoyama nods at the room behind him. Aside from some regular props and chairs, there was no one in there. And from the looks of it, Uenoyama was the only one in there until now.

His hands drop from the guitar and he frowns, glancing around one more time, then focusing on Crow.]

You're going to perform too?

[The guy just left his own dressing room, he doubts he has any information on Haruki, Kaji or Mafuyu. But Crow did say he's a musician so- he's curious about it. He wants to hear his music.]

[Woops! He didn't notice that, but it appears they're both in their dressings rooms doing some preparation. Unfortunately, Uenoyama was concentrating so much, he lost his other bandmates.]

Maybe they went to get food?

[It's plausible. Pre-performance jitters always gave Crow the munchies. Anyway, Crow doesn't mind talking about his music with a fellow musician. He gives the other a toothy grin.]

Yeah! I'll be playing the guitar and singing, but Ren was great enough to set up support for me too. I'm not used to performing without my band, but I've got to do them proud, y'know!

[Crow then gestures to Uenoyama's guitar.]

I heard you from my room, you're not bad with that guitar. Although, not as good as me!

[Ren is oblivious to Uenoyama's state as he walks over to him with a smile on his face.]

Uenoyama-kun, you all were fantastic. I'm glad I was able to finally hear your band perform... Mafuyu-chan certainly has a good voice.

[Uenoyama is not completely drunk, not even tipsy. Merely buzzed because the sudden alcohol in his system is surprising. But he perks up when he hears praises about their performance.]

Ah, thank you. I enjoyed all the performances myself. Thank you for organizing this. [He nods,] Yeah, it was seriously surprised when I first heard him. He looks very unassuming.

It was a pleasure... hopefully this is the first of many concerts to come. [It will be only the first if he can help it.]

Sometimes the unassuming looks hide the most amazing voices.

I hope so too. I missed performing on the big stage. [The last one was at CAC and even if they didn't win, it felt so goddamn good to be up on it.]

That's too true. He shocked me when I first heard him, he's very quiet when he speaks. [Which is a massive contrast to what they just performed.]

Same. It's a shame we never really had a proper concert back in Lunatia. I guess the disaster *BTSB concert kinda took the wind out of that...

[Not that they would have caused the same effect, but still.]

Mmh. Though, I gotta say the rest of you are very talented as well. You'd definitely be a rival worth competing against back home.

[Haruki was still buzzing after their performance. It felt good to be able to do a concert again, though he remembered how hungry he could be once everything was over. He had a feeling that Uenoyama might be hungry too or like something light to snack on. He finished fixing up a plate for both of them and carried it over to him. He handed it over before going back to grab some water for them. Haruki would take one of the drinks later. For now, he walked back and handed Uenoyama the water.]

Hey Uecchi, before we talk about the concert can I get a better look at your earring? I missed it before.

[It really was great to be on the stage again. Aside from being exciting, it felt... normal. Like they were back home for a second, and not here, in this weird land with magic, cut off from everyone. Uenoyama visibly perks up when Haruki shows up with food and water, eternally grateful that the bassist is looking out for him, them in general. He didn't know what would've happened to them without him.]

Hmm? [Uenoyama blinks, chewing on some snacks.] Oh. Here, [he turns his head a little, showing off the earring on his left ear. It's a simple, blue gem with red lines through and around it. Looks pretty nice and matches Uenoyama's overall "aesthetic".]

[Haruki chuckled softly at the way Uenoyama perked up at the sight of food. He just had a feeling that Uenoyama was hungry. It was really no problem at all, no matter how much he fussed about it Haruki would always look out for them. Haruki grinned when he saw the red lines through and around the blue gem.]

That's nice. Aki told me about it when he came home that day he was really excited. [It did fit him like Aki said.] So, the concert was pretty fun wasn't it? I wouldn't mind joining another concert again.

[Aki... nicknames huh? He needs to get used to those soon. Would it be bad if he called Mafuyu "Mafu" around them all? Then again he's not sure he won't be embarrassed about it. It sounds... too cute. ANYWAY. Food. And chat.]

Yes, I was excited too. And scared. But mostly excited. It wasn't that bad. [It hurt but nothing he couldn't handle.]

Same! Mafuyu and I had been practicing a lot, even trying to write a new song. But I don't think there are music clubs around for us to perform at. It's... difficult.

[Haruki has used his nickname so much now that he forgot when he started using it in public. Since they weren't back home Haruki was lax when it came to a lot of his old rules. Well, it's not like he would change every rule, but he wasn't embarrassed about using his nickname or idly messing with his wedding ring when he tried to think of something. It came so naturally to him now that he hadn't noticed it! He wouldn't mind if Uenoyama used a nickname when talking about Mafuyu. It was okay here!]

It looks really good. [Now he could see why Akihiko was so excited about it when he came home.]

We've been doing the same thing at home. We'll practice together and play different parts of our favorite songs, though it's not the same. Yeah I haven't seen anything like that it would be nice if we could find a place to perform. Well, who knows maybe one day there will be a place where we can play.

[Haruki could hope since there are more musical people here it would be great to have a venue to play in the future.]

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