Please, come home and practice the piano

Chapter 1221, page 481: Relax, relax! The tour guide will arrange everything for you.

Principal Min said that he would hand over the entire stage to the students.

As one of the students' representatives and as one of the small projects, the car needs to be based on reality.

In reality, the school did not explicitly state how much funding it could provide for this stage performance. Director Guo only said that if anyone had any needs, they could report them to the school through Teacher Wu.

The stage construction for this performance was handled by Ang Lee's team, while some of the stage set design was done by the students.

Perhaps because he was used to being frugal, the first thing that popped into Xiao Che's mind when he was thinking about the stage setting was saving money.

If you can do it yourself, don't spend money. For things that absolutely require spending money, be sure to compare prices from at least thirty different vendors and choose the one with the best value for money.

Since she couldn't personally choose the car based on its cost-effectiveness, she could only describe it to Teacher Wu in this way—

"We need two hundred of the most ordinary balloons."

And so, the balloon stage came into being.
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Half an hour before the official start of the performance, the audience was already bustling with excitement.

This is the start of the Children's Day performance, and also a free time for everyone.

Free time is naturally incredibly relaxing, and with the holidays tomorrow and the day after, this afternoon is even more enjoyable for the children of Shipo.

The atmosphere behind the curtain, however, seemed more tense.

An hour ago, the stage planning team had already assembled in the makeshift backstage area.

The auditorium stage originally didn't have a backstage; Ang Lee found someone to help build one, which is why we have the simple backstage we have now.

The two young hosts, dressed in formal attire, looked a little reserved at that moment.

Arlene was giving the two of them some mental preparation, saying, "A little tension can help you get into the zone better."

The two hosts nodded in agreement. They were eager to hear more from Ah Lin, and they didn't care what she said, as if everything was fine with Ah Lin around.

Although Xiao Che was a first-year junior high student, none of the older students treated her like a junior high student at the moment.

In Xiao Zhang's words, Alin is the big sister of this performance.

The car is not only one of the main planners, but also responsible for the performance of four programs, and is also the headliner of today's show.

"Let's do it again."

Xiao Che felt that the male host's demeanor needed further adjustment.

Just then, Teacher Wu hurriedly walked in through the back door, and all the children looked over.

"Professor Wu!"

"Professor Wu!"

"Professor Wu!"

"How did it go, students?" Teacher Wu looked at the car. "Teacher Li and the principal have arrived at the entrance of the auditorium."

The atmosphere backstage suddenly became even more tense.

The car was fine, and she felt relieved when she heard that the teacher had arrived.

"Teacher Wu, we are practicing our opening remarks."

Teacher Wu: "Okay, okay, you can continue. There's still time, so don't be nervous. Just perform normally in a bit. Che Lin, can you help everyone get into the zone again?"

Xiao Che nodded, then turned to the host and smiled, "Wipe your sweat."

"Uh!" It was obvious that the host's expression became even more unnatural after hearing that the teachers had arrived, and he raised his hand to wipe his forehead.

Xiao Che then shared his experience: "We'll start with the opening ceremony. After the ceremony, you seniors don't need to go on stage immediately. Give the audience some time to observe the stage."

"At this point, there will definitely be some commotion from the audience, but it won't last long."

"I estimate it will take about thirty seconds."

"Once the audience stops making noise, you can go on stage just like during rehearsal."

"During these 30 seconds of waiting, you only need to memorize your scripts and don't think about anything else."

The host, a senior student, sighed and said, "I'm just afraid I'll forget my lines."

The children laughed.

Xiao Che: "So for the last thirty seconds, you need to force yourself to only think about the script. You've already memorized it very well, I believe you'll definitely be fine. When you hear the music, you can start. Good luck!"

Host (senior): "Phew! Keep it up!"

Xiao Che: "Once you step onto the stage, the audience will see you. There might be a second wave of commotion, such as applause or your good friend getting excited when she sees you on stage. At this time, you need to be careful not to get distracted."

Host (senior): "Yes! I'll try my best!"

Xiao Che laughed: "You must do your best. That's what I meant by keeping a certain level of tension."

"Only when your attention is fully focused on the script will you not be distracted by the audience."

"If you can't help but glance at the audience whenever you hear a noise, believe me, as long as you have that thought, your eyes will definitely dart towards the audience, and at that moment, the audience will clearly see your little actions."

He paused, then said, "You two are the best hosting duo in Shipo! We absolutely cannot allow this to happen!"

Hahaha!
Seeing that the two of them were also smiling, Xiao Che thought to herself that it was about time for her to explain the final method.

"I have a tried-and-true method for getting on stage."

Host (senior): Hurry, hurry, hurry!

Xiao Che chuckled: "I call it the two-point method."

"The first point is that when I went on stage, I was facing the audience sideways, and I focused my gaze intently on a point opposite me."

"The second point is that when I walk to the center of the stage and turn around to face the audience, I will randomly pick a spot in the last row of the audience to watch."

Teacher Wu: "That's a good idea!"

Xiao Che: "Looking out at the stage will prevent you from seeing the audience, and then you can start rehearsing your lines."

"Imagine there are no audience members below the stage. After you finish reciting your lines and bow for the last time, turn your gaze back to the audience. At that moment, you will naturally feel that you have become one with this stage."

After listening to Arlene's presentation, both hosts felt much more relaxed.

It seems that going on stage is a very simple thing.

"Come on, go outside and go over your lines again. There are still fifteen minutes left. I'll come and call you in a bit."

The two nodded and left.

Then the car went to the computer and clicked the mouse to play the warm-up music "Heading Towards Happiness".

The lively drumbeats instantly ignited the atmosphere.

The next second, through the curtain, the car heard cheers coming from the audience.

"Head towards happiness, the world is so big!"

No matter the wind and rain, the dream will always come true.

What great lyrics! Hahaha!
The little car nodded and grinned to the music; it felt amazing!

It felt completely different from the opening of the concert.

She must express her sincere gratitude to Xiao Bei here, as it was Xiao Bei who recommended this song to her.

"Arlene, when are we going to pull the curtain?"

Just then, two dark-skinned boys came running over quietly.

Xiao Che thought for a moment and said, "You two seniors, you can get ready now. I'll come over in a bit before the curtain is drawn. The command is to make a balloon pop."

The two nodded, and then each ran to their respective waiting areas.

It's clear that both of them were very nervous.

Because the audience seats just a screen away were so lively, and they were standing right in the center of the stage.

"The children of Shipo are so enthusiastic."

Ang Lee said that the atmosphere in front of him was really great.

In the last row of the audience, Ang Lee and Principal Min sat side by side, surrounded by teachers from several schools.

Principal Min: "Let them have their fun. If I didn't want to watch the show too, I wouldn't have come today."

Ang Lee laughed heartily: "You have to come, the children want you to come."

Principal Min waved his hand: "Anyway, if I were them, I wouldn't want to see the principal here."

The group of eighth graders around them were amused.

The cultural performance, seemingly belonging to Shipo for Children's Day, began as the live music started.

However, the scene before him was completely different from what Ang Lee remembered.

In his memory, when he was a child, he would watch the Children's Day performance in the auditorium. Apart from applauding, the audience was quiet the whole time.

And there wasn't such an upbeat opening music.

Perhaps times have truly changed. But to be fair, Ang Lee thinks this opening style is quite good.

The music was chosen, in particular, and it was very fitting for the occasion.

"The host is about to come on stage!"

The car sped out of the back door of the lecture hall just in time, and saw that Wang Wenyang and several other teachers were already tuning their instruments.

Wang Wenyang and the others immediately cast friendly glances at the car, but everyone knew that now was not the time to talk to Xiao Che.

The colleagues at Sigang Steel smiled remotely.

Upon hearing this, the senior hosts quickly walked towards the car and then followed it backstage.

"Teacher Wu, get ready for the cheerleading routine."

"Ready! Ready to go on stage anytime."

Is it considered a reversal of the natural order for a teacher to follow a student's instructions?
With one minute left before the official performance, the car turned down the volume of the live music.

In the last ten seconds, she gradually lowered the music volume until it was completely inaudible.

The audience gradually quieted down, a mix of tension and anticipation settling between the stage and the audience, separated only by a curtain.

The little girl stood in the center of the stage, and she first looked in the direction of the host.

The senior students hosting the event nodded at her.

Then she looked at the two senior students who were in charge of pulling the curtain.

The two senior students in charge of pulling the curtain also nodded at him.

Just then, everyone backstage witnessed an astonishing scene.

Arlene turned around, picked up a pink balloon from the ground, and ran to the other side of the stage.

She seemed to be deliberately stomping loudly on the stage floor, making the audience, who couldn't see the stage, curious about what was happening behind the curtain.

next second.

"Snapped!"

The sound of a balloon being popped echoed throughout the entire lecture hall!

Then, the two large red curtains slowly slid down to the sides of the stage.

"Wow!"

"We're still kids!"

The stage that everyone has been waiting for is finally starting to appear.

In this atmosphere, with this opening, and looking at those crooked words on the stage, Director Li had to admit he was quite amazed.

Despite the rudimentary stage setup, the way he managed to evoke such a feeling in the audience is truly remarkable. Ang Lee has to admit that Che is a stage genius.

The rehearsal did not include the scene of popping the balloons.

He didn't believe it was an accident either.

If it were an accident, the curtain wouldn't have been drawn back so rhythmically.

Therefore, there is only one truth: this was designed.

If he wasn't mistaken, this must have been something the car came up with on the spur of the moment.

"This girl..."

Really.

As the car had predicted, cheers erupted from the audience as the stage fully appeared.

However, she couldn't care less about the audience. She kept a stopwatch in her hand and, after the audience gradually quieted down, she waved to the senior hosts opposite her to signal her turn to go on stage.

"Wow——————"

The moment the two hosts stepped onto the stage, enthusiastic applause erupted from the audience.

"These two children are good."

Ang Lee tilted his head and gave a quiet compliment.

Principal Min nodded as well: "It looks pretty good, very good."

In fact, neither of the two hosts knew how many people were sitting in the audience.

Following the two-point method taught by their classmate Arlene, the two turned around and smiled and nodded towards the audience.

Then the car played the music "Try Everything" again.

The volume wasn't loud, but it was enough for the two hosts to create atmosphere and boost their courage.

The host, a senior student, raised his microphone to the music: "The vibrant notes are ready."

The female host, a senior student, continued in a clear and articulate voice: "The dazzling starlight is illuminating the stage!"

All: "Dear teachers and students, good afternoon, welcome to our live music performance—"

The person behind the car led the applause.

"Wow——————"

Host (senior student): "The warm summer breeze caresses youthful faces, and the June sunshine shines on the track of dreams!"

Xiao Zhang: It's not June yet!

Host Sister: Stepping to the cheerful rhythm, we gather once again on this day filled with laughter, June 1st, International Children's Day!
Ah-Hsien: My lyrics are really good!
The host, a senior student, said: "Yes, although we have entered the halls of junior high school, grown taller, and become more knowledgeable, the longing for innocence and happiness in our hearts has never gone away!"

Car: Not bad, not bad, it's starting to get going!

Host Sister: "Today, let's temporarily put down our backpacks of growth, unleash our inner energy, and celebrate this big day for us over-aged children with the unique enthusiasm and confidence of youth!"

The host, a senior student, said: "This is a grand event that we ourselves are in charge of. Every note that resonates and every dance step that soars is a testament to the hard work and creativity of our students!"

The host, a senior student, said: "Look, the brilliance about to shine on the stage! Those wonderful programs, from conception and rehearsal to presentation, are all fruits we have sown and watered ourselves. This is a shining example of our independent spirit and a testament to our hands-on ability!"

Xiao Che: Very good, very good! Senior sister's condition has also improved!
The host, a senior student, said: "There are no boundaries here! Let's boldly embrace that long-lost childlike heart, which is the curious gaze to explore the world, the boundless imagination when facing difficulties, and the pure joy of laughing out loud with friends!"

Host Sister: "There are no constraints here! Let our energy burn like flames! Let our laughter flow like a clear spring! Today, we not only want to rediscover the joy of childhood, but also use the vigor and energy of youth to give our childlike hearts brand new wings!"

Host (senior student): "Look, the rhythm of youth is about to shine!"

Host (senior female student): "Listen, the song of youth is about to begin!"
Car: Almost there, almost there, hang in there!
While encouraging himself, the car gradually turned up the background music.

At that moment, Teacher Wu on the opposite side also looked towards the car, as if she was ready to be called upon at any time.

The hosts, senior students, said: "Growing up doesn't mean forgetting your childlike innocence, and pursuing your dreams doesn't mean losing your sincerity!"

"Let's fully enjoy this wonderful time, feel the enthusiasm of our partners, and let the vigor and vitality of our youth bloom freely here!"

Just then, the car suddenly waved at Teacher Wu.

Then, Ms. Wu invited the cheerleaders next to her to come on stage.

"Whoosh————————"

As a group of female students in gymnastics uniforms appeared on stage, holding flower tassels and changing formations, enthusiastic applause erupted from the audience.

"Dear students, we are still children. This is a performance to celebrate International Children's Day—"

"Now—begin!"

The car turned the music volume up to the maximum!
“Wow——————————————”

The scene was boiling.

Watching the school team girls performing cheerleading on stage, looking so dashing, Xiao Che breathed a sigh of relief.

The teacher said that if the opening is perfect, the performance is already half successful.

"Scared me!"

The host, a senior student, retreated backstage and frantically wiped away his sweat.

"Absolutely perfect!"

The little car is giving two thumbs up!
"No, no," the host gasped, "You told us to look at the last row, but I immediately saw the principal and I making eye contact! Teacher Li is sitting right next to the principal!"

The car was stunned for a moment, then burst into laughter!

A close call! A close call!
In the blink of an eye, an hour had passed, and the small commercial street surrounding the Shuren playground was completely completed.

The rehearsal for "Poetry World" was underway on Stage No. 1 in the center, and the afternoon sun was still scorching hot.

Compared to the stage at Shipo, the stage at Shuren can no longer be described as luxurious or exquisite.

However, the students standing on the two stages at this moment had a completely different feeling.

Having children brings joy, but not all joys.