This was it. The moment that changed everything.
People backstage jostled about, getting ready at the last minuet. Joker watched it all, his face alight with a genuine smile. They were going to pull it off, after all that planning!
"Alright everyone, th' show's gonna start soon!" he called out cheerfully.
"Where's my hat?"
"Anyone seen my knives?!"
"I need that real quick!"
Voices layered upon other voices, adding to the chaos backstage. He chuckled to himself, and went to finish his own preparations.
Soon, the stands were filled, people eagerly leaning forward to get a view of the center ring. And from the dankness of the performer's entryway, Joker ran out, and soon, a spotlight was upon him.
"Ladies and Gentlemen! Boys and Girls! Welcome to the opening night of the Noah's Ark Circus! And now, without further adieu, let the show of the century begiiiin!"