Life, Once Again!

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“Did you come to visit the theater department? Can you raise your hand? ”

At his words, most of the students gathered in front of the theater department raised their hands. Jiyun quickly raised her hand.

“About 15, I think. Thank you for coming. I was worried if no one came. ”

Seong-goo went in and out with a yogurt in his hand. Hand out each yogurt with a straw in it.

“Shall we go inside? It's a little narrow, but understand. ”

The cracked door, which was open at an angle, opened wide and revealed the inside. What you see right in front of you is an iron display box. All sorts of things were placed on the horizontal plate. Pretty back, big dice, set of cutlery, unknown bottle. It was a collection of items that could not be found in common denominator.

“Be careful not to step on each other's feet. ”

I followed my boss' instructions and went inside. It was narrow enough for 15 people to barely sit down. Jiyun turned her gaze to the left. There was a pile of plastic wrapped clothes on. There was an elongated clothing rack right next to the towering garment, and there was a garment hanging there. I think I'll go over 100 just for clothes. You can see the white suits, suits, and soap operas. It was the Chinese traditional costume that caught my eye. Did he call you Chifao?

“I'm glad it's not summer. Now, let me briefly explain the theater department. First of all, what's the theater department doing? Of course it's a theater place, right? ”

He took out a thick book. I opened it up and showed him inside, and there were several photographs embedded in it.

“The theater department is a 13-year-old club. A lot of my seniors have been through here. If you come into the theater department, you're 14. ”

He was the one who showed me the other album. Inside, there was a picture of you. Guys smiling with hammers, guys dressing up, guys acting onstage. He shared the album with me.

“Watch and listen. The theater department has a clear goal. It's going to be a national competition in summer and winter, and it's going to be a destination. ”

“Is there a competition? ”

A child asked me a question. He nods.

“I don't know about you guys, but there are a lot of theater competitions. The biggest of them are the Summer Nation and the Winter Nation, which we just talked about. Each of the trials will try to recruit their first line teams to compete. You've heard of the Art Hall, right? ”

“Yes.”

Jiyun also replied.

“The main team will perform in the art hall. Last year, our theater department went to the art hall. Unfortunately, I didn't make it. ”

He was the senior who showed me the 13th stage album. There were many photos of the art hall as a background. You can see him standing in the middle of the uniform with a cast. I was the senior who was explaining in front of my eyes. Apparently, the injury prevented him from participating.

“With the goal of a big competition, we can't be free like the rest of the group. If the other club only meets on full or half day, the theater department will meet on different occasions, but almost every day. ”

“Every day?”

“Yes.”

“Weekends too.... ”

“If the competition is coming up, there are no weekends. You can practice from morning to night. ”

The kids were drunk, and Ji-yoon was a little surprised. I heard when I was promoting that I should spend a lot of time, but I didn't think I'd be out till the weekend.

“Just for the weekend. ”

“Right?"

I heard my classmates whispering. Ji Yun saw his face standing in front of him. He was smiling faintly, but he said, 'Likewise.'

“Of course, you can participate lightly. because acting isn't just about actors. I need staff to help me with props, costumes, and exercises. It's probably one way for your followers to participate in the staff that takes time. Before the fall, I worked only for the staff. Staff is relatively free of time. You don't have to come on the weekends. ”

“Hey, but...... if you want to act, you have to participate a lot, right? ”

The little girl spoke. Ji Yun was also curious about the answer to the question.

“If you want to play in the theater department as an actor, not a staff member, you have to spend a lot of time doing what you said. because you can make props by yourself, but you have to sum up the smoke. It's true that time is very constrained. ”

He crosses his arms and sighs low.

“Let's be clear, it'll be good for later, so I'll tell you all about it here. It's not set by you yet, but your personal time will be reduced if you come and practice properly. It can also be physically and mentally challenging, depending on your preference. In the case of an instructor who came in last year, I must have stretched for about an hour and went into practice. He kept me on track, so I trained a lot. I was feeling better, but it wasn't easy. ”

The boss who was touching his eyebrows smiles embarrassingly.

“Of course, it would be nice if the subordinates came in. Wealth is about having people to sustain it. But when you're a person and you do something different, it gets a lot harder. Theatre, once in the audience, is incredibly fun. Have you ever seen a play here, my dear? ”

A few raised their hands to his question. Ji-yoon hesitated and raised his hand to shoulder height. I was embarrassed when I looked at him, so my hands dropped quickly.

“That's a lot. How was it? ”

The boy in the front row asked me. The boy hesitated a little bit and said, "That was fun.” I said.

“I'm sorry for asking so suddenly. But I'm glad you got the answer you wanted. Theatre is fun. You have your own car, but when you actually see a play, you can say it's fun. because the play is very close to the actor, unlike the movie. We don't worry about the movie making a mistake. You think about what's going to be interesting. And of course, the film is already showing videos that have been done through a lot of editing work. The aesthetic of completion. That's the movie. ”

My boss put his hands together. The palms of his hands were the shape of hands that let him meet only his fingers.

“Of course, it doesn't mean that the theater is going to fail. But the play is live. There must be some mistake. The subtle differences add to the fun of the play. It's another beauty of theater that makes you feel discouraged when you watch it. ”

Ji-yoon nodded without even knowing it. It was the same word. Trembling. I remember watching the stage excitedly, feeling nervous for no reason.

“And there's a difference in focus. The screen we're looking at is actually the director's eye. The movie is not about seeing what you want to see, it's about seeing what you want to see. But the play is different. It's entirely up to the audience to focus on who's on stage. Lighting is pointing to the protagonist, but watching Yeon-yeon plot behind it means the audience's choice. ”

“Ah.”

Everyone nodded their heads. It was an easy description to understand.

“Theatre, it's so much fun. And, you know, interesting things don't just come out. Someone has to try. I'll say it again. The theater department needs someone to work on it. I don't care if the result is good or bad, I hope it goes well on the way there. ”

It was a sweet and gentle voice, but it had a weight that could not be heard. The children who were chattering a little while ago kept their mouths shut and looked at you.

Now that I feel it, this guy looks strict. The gesture was gentle, but the impression seemed a little clumsy.

“If anyone is thinking of entering, I want you to keep this in mind. The theater department is going to be tough. It may not be as pleasant as I thought. So think carefully. If it's hard to try, you have to give up, because it's hard. ”

The senior who said that he was serious, took a hard time on his shoulder while lightly stroking his hands. I feel that one pose changes the atmosphere. His buyer is sluggish and smooth.

“This is how I said it, but I'm worried about it. What if they all say no? ”

At that time, as the theater room opened, the other leaders showed up. He's tall and handsome and a chubby senior.

“You're a little late. Hello, subordinates. ”

The tall boss smiled and said. It seemed a bit cold, but I saw a bright smile and I don't think so. The senior was still the first impression. He smiles quietly behind the tall one.

“Did you hear anything about the theater department? ”

“Yes.”

“What do you think?”

After a brief silence, there were opinions everywhere.

“Well, that sounds like fun. ”

“It might be difficult. ”

“Do you really spend a lot of time? ”

“I wonder what training does. ”

The tall boss gives you a big nod and extends his hand forward. The envelope was full of sweets. I seemed to be a little late to the store.

“I think you're quite curious. Why don't you have some of this and talk about it? ”

You hear the sound of vinyl screeching as you shake the envelope. Everyone nods. Ji Yun was anticipated. If you're in the mood to talk about it, maybe you can be brave enough to ask me what I want to know.

“Then let's get to the front of the class. ”

I moved to the third grade class in front of the theater department. After school, there was no one in the classroom. All the tables and chairs were pushed behind the classroom. Looks like they've already organized it.

“Ask me questions. It's nice to be private. It's nice to be theatrical. ”

When the tall one arrived, the clumsy one who had just guided me was silent. All eyes were on the tall one. I think that senior is the acting director.

“How hard is it to be an actor? ”

The tall one answered the question.

“I had my own car, but it wasn't that hard. You memorize textbooks when you take the test, right? You only need to memorize a line that's less than the amount you memorize. ”

“Unlike the staff, it's hard to hope for actors and enter the theater..." ”

The tall one looks up at the clumsy one and kicks his tongue. Ji Yun was close so I could hear the sound.

“That must have been hard on him. I told you, there's definitely a personal car. ”

“I see.”

“Of course.”

“Hey, boss. I heard you meet regularly when you sign up, but on average, how many times a week? ”

The question was also answered by a tall senior.

“We used to get together every day when our seniors were around. But think about it. Is it really effective to get together every day and practice? I think it's natural for a good person to practice a little and a lot of people who don't. So don't worry too much about time. I'm considerably reducing it. ”

It was a completely different story from the one who gave me the first guidance. Ji-yoon tilted his head. The chubby senior sitting behind the tall one looks embarrassed. My lips sprayed, and my clumsy-looking boss stopped me.

“Theatre is led by an actor who jumps anyway. All you have to do is make a good set. You just need a few breaths to raise the pole. So don't worry too much and come. ”

“Can I do something like a protagonist? ”

The scrawny kid raises his hand and asks. The tall one said, "As long as you have the ability.” I said.

I could feel great confidence from the tall one. Is he the one leading this play?

“Which one of you is the best actor? ”

It was a question that was then asked. Ji Yun felt her face burning with that bold question. I'm surprised you could ask me that.

“Well, what am I supposed to say? ”

The tall one looks back. Then the blunt senior said in a calm tone.

“The cornerstone, so this guy is the best actor among us. If you hope to be an actor and come in, you'll have a lot to learn. ”

“Wow.”

The children's gazes were gathered to the tall boss, Kang-suk. Ji Yun recalled the play she had seen in Anyang in December. The one who jumped onstage and talked to the audience. I was most impressed with the stage that day. Wouldn't it be okay to think of it as the best act?

‘Then this senior... ’

Jiyun blinked her eyes and looked at the stone. Then I went to work and met my eyes.

“Can I ask you a question? ”

“Yes?”

Ji-yoon was embarrassed by the sudden question. The gazes gathered in a moment. I can hear myself pounding and beating. I don't think you should say, "No reason."

“Well, well, well. ”

“Tell me. ”

“Cow, you're shy. Can you play? ”

After a quick exhale, I duck my head. My face is burning.

“Well, it must be hard being an actor. Common sense.”

It was just cutting stones. Ji-yoon said, "Ah.” I groaned a little. It was a stupid question. I knew I had to put up with a lot of gaze.

“Next question? ”

The gaze quickly dispersed. But I was still ashamed.

What kind of play am I? The shiny stage seemed too far away for a coward to reach.

I got up first because I was depressed. I'm afraid that one step will change if I have more courage. I came out of the hallway for a moment and followed my clumsy older brother, who was about to enter again. He flinches and tries to move aside, but he opens his mouth.

“The shy thing is that I'm sensitive to the surroundings. It also means you have sensitive emotions. ”

“ ……. ”

“It could be an advantage. It's not the personality that's important for acting, it's the desire to play. It's okay to be introverted. Being extroverted doesn't mean much. ”

That's all I had to say, and I turned around again.

Ji Yun quickly bows his head and says hello, realizing that it was a comforting word. Somehow, I was relieved.

“Well, can I, too? ”

“If you don't forget your appetite, you can do anything. Life, it's a persistent fight anyway. Oh, of course, there's no denying that the realm of talent is large. ”

It wasn't just a nice thing to say.

“Do I have talent? ”

“You have to try that, right? ”

“Go ahead, can I try? ”

At that point, he turns around again. His eyes were a little cold.

“It's not me who decides that, it's you. Ask yourself, don't ask others. The answer is surprisingly easy. It's just hard to keep up with the answer. ”

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Ugh. I'm so tired today.

I have to go to bed.

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