VALENTINE'S DAY DANCE

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VALENTINE'S DAY DANCE

The red carpet has been rolled out at Finchwood, and the decor does its best to distract you from the fact that this is still taking place in the gym. Banners proclaim that this is the Oscars ceremony, and for the first part of the dance freshmen mob the red carpet. [Character A] answers the freshman reporter's questions with grace as camera flashes go off in the background. [Character B] on the other hand says or does something terribly embarrassing by accident, which a freshman paparazzi catches on camera.

Inside there are elegant tables to the left, a dance floor and stage to the right. Once everyone is settled, Venus Rosales and Neal Valentine take the stage as the hosts of tonight's award ceremony! They give a banter-filled speech about how the night will go, and wish all these talented actors and actresses luck! Thalia Mitchell (and their band/partner if applicable) gets the night started with a cover of a Hollywood classic, and now it's time to party!

Throughout the night, Sabrina Lane is continuously assailed by paparazzi freshman who didn't get the memo that they only had to play this part for the first few minutes. Meanwhile [Character E] visits the refreshments table where Rose Chapman is "bartending", whether or not they have clearance. The drink they make is... suspect. Gross.

After the awards are given out, students file out of the gym in their fancy dress. The night is cold but clear, and the stars overhead are bright. Their lives might be complicated, but tonight was very silly and simple.

HOW THIS WORKS

• The theme of the dance is old Hollywood glamour! The dance begins at 7:00 PM and ends at 11:30 PM. Then everyone must return to their dorms.


• At the end of the night, some students will be awarded Oscars if they pose for photos! The categories are: Best actress, best supporting actress, best actor, and best supporting actor! These will be chosen via RNG. Just make sure you reply to the Nominee Photo Op header to qualify! ♥ (You must have replied to this header by Monday, February 18th at 11:59pm CST.)


• There is a "bar" where student council members and volunteers are making mocktails for the guests. While none of it is alcoholic, the drinks are served in cute glasses with convinging garnishes. The menu is:
  1. Cupid's Kiss. Hibiscus, strawberry, and seltzer.
  2. Bee's Knees. Honey, lavender, and lemonade.
  3. Green Light. A cucumber cooler with mint and tarragon.
  4. Casablanca. Rosemary, pear juice, and ginger beer.
  5. Leading Lady. Mixed fruits in mixed fruit juice, garnished with cinnamon.
  6. Golden Globes. Raspberry, mango, and lemon sorbet in Sprite.
  7. Shirley Temple. Ginger ale, grenadine, and a maraschino cherry.
  8. Tall Dark and Handsome. This is chocolate milk in a martini glass.
• All night, the music played is from Hollywood's golden age, and the lighting is dim and romantic. A plush red carpet leads to the stage, and the dance floor around it is mellow and romantic.


• One corner of the dance has a projector set up as a tiny theater, with chairs set up in rows. On the projector, movies like Casablanca, Breakfast at Tiffany's and Singin' In The Rain are being screened.

» Before the Dance: It's time to get ready! Be sure you look your most glam for the red carpet.

» The Red Carpet: Students arriving at the dance must walk down a red carpet, lined with freshmen asking them questions about their relationship and taking tons of photos. Awkward!

» The Bar: Just inside and to the left, there's the reprieve of a bar and table. Sadly, no real alcohol is being served, unless you slipped a flask in to spike your mocktail.

» The Dance Floor: Classic romantic songs play through the speakers tonight. It's not a very up-tempo dance, but it sure is classy.

» Movie Screening: Would you rather enjoy a Casablanca than cut a rug? This tiny makeshift theater is for you. The movies are being projected on a white sheet, and chairs have been arranged in front of it.

» Nominee Photo Op: Anyone who poses for a photo on stage, be it alone, with their date or in a group, could win an award tonight!

» Awards: And the Oscar goes to...

» Around Campus: Some people have decided to opt out of the dance, so they're free to enjoy the quieter-than-usual campus.

» The end of the night: It's been a long, fun night, but it's time to rest.

» OOC - Discussion

Comments

Lee & Pansy

[woeislee]

"I guess they are," Lee muses. She hadn't actually thought about it that way, that more leaders were in relationships than not. It doesn't really change anything. She's still pretty sure her time is better served giving other people the nudge they need. "Oooh, really?" she's plainly interested in the subject. "Are you going to share? Did they come up with any good ones?" She leans in a little, and drops her voice to a near whisper. "Sull came up with a list of people he thinks might have sent me an anonymous flower. Trade you?"

Lee & Pansy

[tippedin]

Pansy was already going to share her list without cost, so she's quick to accept compensation when Lee offers it. Especially when it comes in the form of more gossip. "Monet suggested Roland, Venus, Blake, Adam, and you." She's bringing her cup to her mouth when she stops herself to add, "Sorry I didn't ask you. If that needs saying." She has that drink now. "And for not being the one to send you mystery flowers. Who's on Sully's list?"

Lee & Pansy

[woeislee]

"That's a good list!" Lee says cheerfully. "If you'd been in the matchmaking pool, I'd have set you up with Adam. Would have gone a lot better than either of his other dates." She takes a sip of her drink, but it does little to hide her disappointment and disdain. She also waves off Pansy's apology. "Sully feels he's narrowed it down to Dustin, Nora, Blake, and Lucy," she says, ticking the culprits off on her fingers.

Lee & Pansy

[tippedin]

"Probably the same amount of kissing and fighting" -- which would be none and some -- "but yeah, definitely much better." Half of her mouth slowly pulls into a smile at the thought of Adam on a date with either Marty or Nora. "We'd both be good dates," she bumps Lee's shoulder with her own, extra willing to give a compliment when she can give one to herself as well.

"That's a good list, too," she remarks when Lee counts off the names. "I could see any of them wanting anonymity." She scans the room. "I'd maybe eliminate Dustin and Lucy. Since I don't see them here. I kind of think if I sent an anonymous flower before a dance, I'd be at the dance, just in case." She takes a thinking breath. "I don't know Nora all that well. And Blake..."

Pansy suspects Blake sent the anonymous flowers to the senior swords. Which means she could have sent others. But, if Blake wants to be anonymous, Pansy isn't going to be the one to give her up. Even if this one isn't hers. She won't chance it.

"Nah."