Disclaimer: I do not own Harry Potter, the characters nor do I own the play mentioned in this little fic! However much I wish I did…
A/N: Yes, another fic…I know, I know what about My Girls and the sequel to WTF? Don't panic…I will continue My Girls and I'm still trying to sort my way through WTF? However, I'm having difficulties and if I spend any more time on one fic I'm going to go INSANE! (If I'm not already smiles) so I'm taking a short break as I write this one while I work on the other fics. I might even finish The Hell I Live In while I'm at it. I'm sorry for the wait to anyone who might still be reading that and whoever is still following my other fics. Now, this fic came as I was reading some fanfics and I thought I'd take a shot at writing a play one myself. I tried not to get too sarcastic in this fic so excuse me if I'm a little too blunt. I have some more distressing news for my LOVELY reviewers! I hope you all know how much I love you guys! You truly are the greatest ever but sadly, because this fic is just for a break from my stressful existence I will not be responding to reviews. Sobs I really love responding to you guys and in my other fics I will continue to but for this I just don't have the time for now to do three fics and respond to all of them. I hope you understand. Now I believe this message is long enough…lol. Thanks for reading…now onto the fic! Enjoy!
Now on Why Romeo REALLY Killed Himself…"May I have everyone's attention before the glorious meal that has been prepared for us arrives." With Dumbledore's statement a loud thud was heard known only as Ron's head hitting the table in anguish. Some Slytherins snickered at this but turned their attention to their headmaster.
"Now, as you may know this year we are trying to make things a little different at Hogwarts. We know all of the hard work all of you have done…" Dumbledore gave a pointed look at Harry, Ron and Hermione before continuing on. "on your O.W.L.'s and other tests. I've discussed it with the teachers and we have all decided to give you a break."
The entire hall arose in cheers before Dumbledore raised his hand to silence everyone.
"You as Hogwarts students are in charge of running a play, however, I know some of you do not care to participate…" Dumbledore glanced in the direction of the Slytherin table. "that is fine as long as you attend the show when it is finished. I have left if up to the two Heads to plan everything so would Mr. Flint and Miss Johnson please see me after dinner. That is all." Dumbledore sat down just as food appeared at the tables and hungry students dove in.
"This is so exciting! I wonder what play we will be doing?" Lavendar asked excitedly as she grabbed a role.
"I don't really care as long as I'm one of the leads! How exciting would that be? Mum would be so proud." Parvati sighed.
"Think of all the cute guys trying out! What if we have to kiss someone?" Lavendar asked before she and Parvati stared at one another open mouthed before screaming in hysterics and giggling uncontrollably.
Ron covered his ears.
"What is it with girls and plays? Why don't we ever do an adventure play or something?" Ron complained before taking a large bite of potato.
"You heard Dumbledore, it's supposed to be a break, he doesn't want us thinking about fighting and action when that's basically how real life is." Hermione pointed out.
"Yea but not everyone's life is like that. Only Harry's." Ron pointed out with a glance at his friend. Harry nodded half-heartedly.
"Well I think plays are a waste of time from studying but I suppose everyone needs a break." Hermione shrugged.
Ron dropped his fork at this statement.
"You hear that mate? Hermione has finally put studying aside. Are you going to try out?" Ron asked curiously.
"Very funny Ron. I might though. Just to see if I'd get anything you know?" Hermione said off handedly.
"Are you trying out Harry?" Ron asked his friend.
"I don't know. I'm not much of an actor." Harry said with a slight blush. Ron nodded.
"I think I will. You know, just for fun." Ron said with a nod.
Talk began and soon supper was over. Students rushed off to bed to dream of the upcoming show.
"Oh I hope they do Romeo and Juliet." Lavendar sighed as they entered the portrait of the Fat Lady. Some girls giggled and nodded at this.
"Rom-e-who?" Ron asked curiously.
"Romeo and Juliet. It's a fabulous play by William Shakespeare." Hermione added. Ron gave her a puzzled look before she rolled her eyes and ran up to her dormitory.
When Hermione came back down she was holding a book. She handed it over to Ron who read the title.
"Romeo and Juliet." He read aloud.
"Hmm…" He went and sat down with the book. Hermione and Harry shook their head as he attempted to read the first page.
"Well I'm off to bed, when you're done with that just give it back." Hermione said before heading to her dormitory. Harry left as well and soon even Ron headed up to bed.
The next morning Harry and Hermione sat at breakfast with no sign of Ron anywhere. Just before leaving he walked in holding Romeo and Juliet. When he sat down he slammed the book onto the table and sighed.
"What is wrong with these people?" He asked incredulously. Hermione smiled.
"What do you mean?" She asked always ready for an intellectual fight.
"What do I mean? They're completely insane! This writing, Merlin I don't understand it and the parts that do make sense are so stupid." Ron cried. Hermione frowned.
"Well I think it's a very good book, now what don't you understand?" Hermione asked politely.
"Why in bloody hell does Romeo kill himself after only four days of knowing this girl?" Ron asked positively amazed.
"Because he loves Juliet." Hermione supplied obviously. Ron didn't seem to buy this explanation.
"He loves a girl after four days?" Ron asked skeptically.
Hermione nodded.
"Yes it's a little far fetched…" Hermione began.
"A little?" Ron scoffed.
"but that's how romance is in books…romantic." Hermione shrugged.
"Well I'll be happy if we don't do Romeo and Juliet. It makes absolutely no sense." Ron said crossing his arms.
"It's a great form of literature that I think everyone should read." Hermione argued.
"Everyone who wants to die of boredom maybe." Ron fired back.
"It is not boring Ronald if you understood it." Hermione challenged.
"Maybe I would if they used normal English." Ron glared back.
"Will you both be quiet please? They're about to announce the play." Harry pointed out. Immediately the friends went silent. Flint and Johnson stood up and began a speech about working together and some other corny pointless rubbish about putting on the show before finally announcing the title.
"With much thought and argument, Flint and I have come up with…Newsies. Auditions will be held tomorrow afternoon for anyone who would like to try out. I do caution everyone this is a musical and there will be singing and dancing. Your performance in those areas does not count greatly as there are many extra spots but it is favorable. Thank you and we as Heads hope to see everyone tomorrow." With that the Heads returned to their tables and sat down.
"Newsies? What's that?" Ron asked.
"Tell me it's not another show by that Shakespeare guy?" Ron pleaded.
"No, it's actually a Disney movie." Hermione began.
"A what?" Ron asked.
"It's a muggle man who makes films. People moving on a screen." Hermione explained. Ron nodded somewhat confusedly.
"So this guy created the show?" Ron asked slowly. Hermione shrugged.
"It was actually based on real events in muggle history. It's about newsboys who sold papers for a living. Joseph Pulitzer is out to get money to beat his competitor, so he raises the price and the boys go on strike." Hermione explained.
"Okay, I think I follow you but what's a musical?"
Okay, that's just a little teaser. What do you think so far? Sorry if the title was a little deceiving. R&R please, I still love hearing from you all. Thanks for being so patient and I will continue my other fics…thanks for reading! Ttyl!
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