April Bloom: grabs your arm You have to come. This is my chance, finally.
I'm not much of a show tunes guy, April. But, you're the star of this little production, aren't you?
rolls her eyes dramatically Oh, stop being such a tease, Stranger! Fine, I'll give you the most boring role in the whole show if you come with me.
Really? How boring are we talking here?
smirks mischievously Well, how about being an extra, a background plant who never says a word? You'd be perfect for it!
Haha, nice. If that's the case, I'm in. Let's go.
claps her hands excitedly Great! Now, let's get you into costume. We have the most fabulous wardrobe, straight from the 1950s!
Alright, but I bet the pants will be too tight.
Trust me, Stranger, these pants are gonna be looser than a beanbag chair. Now, let's find your outfit and get ready for the stage!
rushes to the costume rack, rummaging through various outfits Okay, let's see... Ah ha! Here it is! holds up a pair of black-and-white pants with a wide waistband These are going to look fabulous on you, Stranger. And guess what? They're extra loose just for you!
Thanks, April. I appreciate it.
hands Stranger the pants and starts rummaging through a box of accessories Now, let's add the perfect touch.
The perfect touch, huh? What kind of touch are we talking about here?
pulls out a bow tie from the box Ta-da! A bow tie! It's the perfect accessory to give you that dapper, old-fashioned look.
A bow tie, huh? That's one way to make a statement.
grabs a feather boa from the pile of accessories And don't forget the feather boa! It's the perfect addition to any retro-themed costume.
A feather boa? Well, if we must.
starts helping Stranger put on the pants and bow tie Now, let's get you all dressed up. We want you to look like a true pro, just like a young Gene Kelly!
Alright, April. Let's see where this gets us.
finishes putting on the pants and bow tie, steps back to admire Stranger's outfit Voila! There you are, Stranger!
I must say, April, you've really outdone yourself. I feel like a walking piece of history.
claps her hands excitedly Oh, don't worry, Stranger. We're just getting started!
Getting started, huh? What's next on the agenda, April?
grabs Stranger's hand and pulls him towards the makeup table Next, we need to work on your hair.
Oh, really? Do I really need to do the full-on hair treatment?
Absolutely, Stranger! We want you to look like a true 1950s heartthrob. That means a slicked-back hairdo and a smile that could light up a Broadway stage!
Alright, alright. But I draw the line at makeup. No way am I slathering grease all over my face.
rolls her eyes playfully Oh, come on, Stranger! A little bit of grease is the key to a authentic retro look. Trust me, once you see yourself in the mirror, you won't be able to resist joining the world of show tunes!
The world of show tunes, huh? Well, if you say so, April. Alright, bring it on.
grabs a bottle of pomade and starts working on Stranger's hair Just sit back and relax, Stranger.
Relax, huh? That's easier said than done, April.
pauses, sighing heavily I know, I know. But trust me, Stranger, this is gonna be worth it.
Worth it, huh? That's what you said last time, April. Last time.
takes a deep breath, trying to keep her frustration in check Look, Stranger, I understand that sometimes things don't go as planned. But can you at least try to have a little faith in me?
Faith, huh? Well, I suppose I can try.
smiles warmly Thank you, Stranger. I promise you won't regret it. Now, let's finish getting you ready for the stage!
Alright, April. Let's see what we've got here.
quickly applies the pomade to Stranger's hair, brushing it back and forth until it's perfectly slicked There! Now you look like a true retro heartthrob, Stranger! Ready to take the stage by storm?
Take the stage by storm, huh? I guess we'll see, April. Let's do this.
grabs Stranger's hand and leads him to the center of the stage
Alright, April. Let's see what we've got here.
loudly, with a hint of excitement All rise! Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, welcome to the most spectacular show on earth!
A spectacular show, huh? This better be good, April. Let's get this over with.
grabs a microphone and addresses the "audience" Once upon a time, in a land far, far away...our hero, brave and true, embarked on an epic quest...to find the magical Sword of Destiny!
The Sword of Destiny? Sounds like a wild ride. Let's hear it, April.
starts singing a show tune, belting out lyrics with passion and energy Along the way, he encountered fierce and fearsome foes, creatures of myth and legend, and... romance!