Once upon a time ...
“Class, there are four keypersons in this roleplay, the leader, who will lead the group; the secretary, who will take care of the attendance; the documenter, who is in-charge of the photos of the group and the synthesizer,” our mentor, Mr. James Daigdigan told the class while conversing regarding the scheme of the project. One student then asked, “Sir, what is a synthesizer? What is his/her job?” “Ano ba naman ‘yan class. Ano pala ang rootword nito? Diba synthesis? Oh, anong ibig sabihin ng synthesis? Synthesis means… to conclude, or to summarize, therefore a synthesizer will make a summary of the whole play,” Mr. James replied. By then our group inevitably chose these four keypersons: Jhezzel Chariemagne Peñera as our leader, Pamela Ignacio as the secretary, Bud Christian Blane as the documenter, and yours truly as the synthesizer.
So after that not-so-long introduction, let us proceed to the synthesis proper. Ü
DAY 1 – CHITCHATTING.
When Sir James divided the class into two, some were glad, some were not.
Of course, naturally, some were gratified with the group yet some wanted to be with their buddies. As students from different year levels, we were cautious and reluctant about our groupmates since we don’t know them that much even if it’s the middle of the term. (We were shy type, you know!) But not so long, before the period ended, we were FC (feeling close) to each other. We chitchatted, conversed and discussed with one another. We became very close which resulted to solidarity and camaraderie. This teamwork gave rise to openness and closeness of the members making the group up-and-coming.
DAY 2 – FLIGHT OF FANCY.
It is when we tried to discuss among ourselves the theme to portray. Elasticity and Cost of Production were the choices given by Sir James. From the titles themselves, it sounded tough and trying. It made us “Whoa! Could it be possible for us to have a prolific outcome?” We were doubtful and unconvinced, showing that we do have distrust with our own capacities and capabilities. Different ideas and proposals were being put forward. Suggestions here, suggestions there. We engaged in a flight of fancy even though we have nothing yet but we're sure enough that we can make it. However, we were skeptical about what our focal point will be that’s why we decided to dismiss in a jiffy.
DAY 3 - TIME TO PICK A HORSE.
While the meeting is going on, Sir James told us that “competitive market” is also one of the choices. He just forgot to say so. (Limtanon man ni si Sir oy!) So at that juncture, the group chose “Competitive Market” as the main theme of the production. Our leader then asked us to conduct a research concerning the subject matter. "Magresearch ta isa-isa about competitive market ha?! Bantay lang ng wala." Jhezzel told us with authority.
Competitive Market - often referred to as "Perfect Competition."
In economic theory, perfect competition describes such that no participants are large enough to have the market power to set the price of a homogeneous product. Because the conditions for perfect competition are strict, there are few if any perfect competitive markets. Perfect competition serves as a benchmark against which to measure real-life and imperfectly competitive markets.
source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Perfect_competition
DAY 4 – PRODUCT LAUNCHING.
TGIF! Normal students would hurriedly go home because finally the week is over. But as responsible students (ehem!), we spent our time for our meeting. Right after our Economics class, we made the flow of the story. It took us a long time to decide what kind of drama, or what strategy will we use for the play. We then decided to have a tiangge, one of the most common businesses nowadays. We appointed Joel Pamaran to be the main actor of the story. We decided not to have a script since we don't want the play to be very scripted. We hurriedly chose the characters (nagdali mi ky naa si Xian Lim sa Abreeza that time ϋ), decided when to make the props and when to conduct our practice.
DAY 5 - MAKING A DAY OF IT.
It's Sunday! Family day! But ooops, not for us. Sunday is our Props Making Ceremony. We reconciled 1:00PM as our meeting time at the chapel benches, 15 minutes late is considered absent. (We are that serious, men.) Yet filipino blood is running down our nerves so as expected... we arrived LATE! Christian, who came on time, murmured, saying "Hala! Nangabot pa mo. Absent na mo oy. Ganina ra ko diri ba." He told us as he eats sandwich and as we swiftly approach the bench. :)
We then made our props, cut the things needed to be cut. B-U-S-Y! As in very, very busy. With helping hand, we tried all that we can to finish our props.
Of course, everything will be very impossible without these...
DAY 6 - GRASPED IT AT THE FIRST TIME.
It's the thirteenth of February, and the fifteenth is fast approaching. No time should be wasted. On the spur of the moment, we gathered in one accord to have the visual presentation of the stage. We came near the board as Jhezzel makes a sketch of it.
Right after that sketch thinggy, we proceeded to C403 as our place of practice. Yeah of course, we made a room reservation. We want it to be big surprise.
This is the very first drill of the presentation. No scripts, just mere instructions from Jhezzel's loud voice.
DAY 7 - HAPPY HEART'S DAY.
February 14 - uh oh ! VALENTINE'S DAY! But that is not important for us. Who cares about Valentines anyway? Grades are far more important. So we made a practice, a very sacrificial practice from 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM. (As what was discussed, but we actually finished it at 8.) What is more remarkable regarding this practice, is that we made it outdoors. I mean at the street side. Now that's outdoor, isn't it? ROXAS AVENUE! Mark it.
Joel was actually the actor of the play but I don't have any idea why Jhezzel asked me to be the one to act Joel's role. Changes. And this is very difficult in my part since this is the last night of practice and I was told to do so right away. But still, I, we, tried all that we can to make the best out of our performance. Valentine's day isn't mournful for us, after all.
THE FINAL COUNTDOWN
The most awaited day has come. We came to school with excitement on our faces. We are not sure if we can make it perfectly, but we are more than sure that we can portray it wholeheartedly. We bore in mind that everyone should be participating since the group's grade is at stake. At 11 in the morning, we met in the open space at 7th floor to have our final rehearsal. Props were already prepared.
Some of us did not attend our classes because we need to be prepared for the presentation. And it's worth it. Nervousness? Yes, we do have. But through the help of God and through our fighting spirits, we know that we can make it. To the best of our ability, we will exert all our effort for this play.
The time has come. During the Economics class, the coin was tossed by Sir James. Fortunately, we are the second performer and that was really great.
We performed with all our heart and soul. So if you wanna watch what the real play was.
Here's a clip.
Here's a clip.
That was very successful
Yes, it really is.
To God be the glory.
THE CAST
