Today, there was a meeting prefect meeting going on, and since its been awhile and also to respect them, I went anyhow. But the thing was, I couldn't concentrate as much, as I reminiscent the past memory of drama.
It all started as the meeting was held in U6F. I went there and stepped in, suddenly everything just seemed so familiar, then I knew, the very very FIRST practice was held in U6F. And guess what 8 months later, I step into the class room for a meeting, realizing that I will not have any more practices, no more fun with the drummers, no more stories from Mr William, no more gossips and jokes from the girls, no more weird and prolonged laughter from Yee Teng, no more weird comments from Ti Lun and Benjamin, no more screams from Re Gin or Hui Xin, no more....
I remember the day I came for the first practice, not knowing that drama would take us this far, but just join because I have always liked acting. Then came some girls, said 'hi' but never really knew them. Then some junior prefects like Hui Xin, June, Wei Xuan and Re Gin came and also my fellow batch, Ray Aun. Then came Rayelene, whom I knew was a actor, but never knew that I would really get to know as a friend, or as a sister. There I also met Shiau Ling, Brian and Joel. Slowly we got to know each other.
Besides, I never really had good encounters with Mr William. But as time grew, he critisized my a lot also, especially when I took the role of Dr. Faustus. Yes, at first it was hard to accept but I got used to it, and learn from the experience, though he also apologised, I felt that it was unnecessary because he taught me so much, all I hope for now is that I can remember it. After 8 months, my experience have changed my life so much, that he is indeed a great teacher will vast knowledge and a great man. My perspective of him have changed ever since, and now I meet him everyday in school more or less like a friend, a close teacher.
This journey as Benjamin puts it, is like a voyage, a voyage of 8 months. We went through ups and downs, happy times, sad times, irritating times, frustrating times, but had bonding, fun, enjoyment and joyfulness. Tough times were especially when we had to change cast and crew and deal with different characters and break people like me to pass my boundary and act in a way i have never acted before. This part was after the state level, heading towards nationals. Also, this time was when Mr William left, and we had to perform for the school's anniversary, these were the toughest of times, but in the end, we managed to get pass it, especially if the return of Mr William, the hype was back, the energy, the enthusiasm, the strength was back.
While we were on the bus, left only about an hour away, Rayelene came and said to me, "Wai Leem, its all over, the end. After 8 months, now, no more practices, no more........." Indeed, and Benjamin went on with, "Sorry for my trespasses and hurtful things I have said or done" to almost everyone I think. But that moment was a very sentimental moment indeed.
For me personally, God answered my prayer. When I was a young little boy, I used to see big trophies beautifully placed in my friend's houses. How I always wanted to win something, but that day just seemed impossible. Until now, as I held my trophy, I realized that after so many years, God gave me what I have always wanted, and if I got best actor, that would just be more grace and I believe he didn't want me to get it because he fulfilled my dream and there was no need to give me more, and also to teach me to be patient and grateful for what I already have. But now I have that big trophy and i'm happy with it, do I need anymore? No I don't, because it will turn into greed, but if God gives, then praise God.
The journey of 8 months also brought me to realize how God placed form 3s, form 4s and form 5s together and is able to use differences and personalities to form a winning team. Its like using dust from the ground to form a sculpture. Though at times it could get irritating and frustrating, but we were united as one team, and that's all that matters.
Also, as I was acting as sloth, it gave me great opportunity to watch Joel act as Dr. Faustus, and how much I really wanted to try that role. I never realized that it could become a reality for me, as Joel left the team, I was just filling in his place and teacher just switched me like that. At first it was "oh wow!" but then it got "shoot how?" because at times I just did not know how to act well in that role with plentiful mistakes and I would really wonder how, as I also had to endure the stress and pressure from teacher especially. But nevertheless, how often does anyone get a lead role? And I thank God that He gave me that wonderful chance to perform as the lead role in Nationals and win it, that is simply wonderful, and if it is not by the grace of God, who else?
There is just so much more I want to say, but I'm writing this with a heavy heart because this team is truly an unforgettable team, and I really don't want it to end here, but I know it must. But partly because there are too many, I forgot some already. (I will add on as I remember).
Love,
Wai Leem
sloth (district and state)
dr. faustus (national)
why did joel leave the team ?