Monday saw me in Renaissance Literature and Culture class almost falling asleep. I felt so bad because I hit a slump around 4 and don't catch my second wind till 5. It's all like magic. And I know what people say, "Dre, just get more sleep!" That doesn't solve any problem because this is just how my body is naturally. The only thing that I could possibly do is pump myself full of caffeine right before class and hope I don't crash anytime soon after. My RLC class is really fantastic, which just makes it all the worse : ( Oh well, better luck this next Monday!
Later that night though, Nekol and I enjoyed ourselves and went to see Avenue Q which was absolutely fantastic. We hadn't laughed at a show in a while (all our previous shows had been rather serious with very little laughter required) and had decided we just needed something lighthearted and awesome. That and Nekol had never seen it before...I know! The Gary was a man instead of a woman, like it is in New York, and they changed a few of his lines but other than that everything was how I had remembered and it was just fabulous.
Tuesday was a busy day as always but this time it was even busier! On top of our normal five hour class day, Nekol and I partook in the Lighting Ceremony of London. We left Wells Street and headed over to Regent/Oxford street where we saw a fenced off area, stage, and a megatron. We came to the front where there was an opening to the fenced off area. Nekol and I looked at each other and quickly talked about whether or not we should go in and decided we should. This was about 4:15 and by 4:45 they had closed off the fence area and we had become VIP's. Fan freaking tastic! So we stood there till about five before the show began and listened to several music acts including from the musical Sister Act, singers Peter Andre, Taio Cruise, and music group The Saturdays. It was a fun filled night before Jim Carrey came out on stage and we saw Colin Firth on the big screen flip the switches to light up London. It was so amazing. It was definitely a gorgeous night.
Wednesday saw Nekol and I spending three hours in The Imperial War Museum which is just down the block from where we live. It was so awesome and we only were able to get through the Basement and Ground floors during that time. There were exhibits called Children of War (when children had to leave London in fear of being blitzed) and Trench Warfare (getting to see what it was like to go through a trench in the war.) It was all rather intense that made me want to cry at several points in time. It showed the frailty of humanity and how stupidity, greed, and fear determined how people lived back then and to this very day. It makes you more appreciative for sure.
Later that night we went to Chez Gerard where we saw the rest of our study abroad group for the first time in a long time. We ate wonderful french food, I had a lobster pancake that was brilliant, and we were able to catch up on each others lives. This week, a school official is visiting, which is why we could all afford french food in London. The official is brilliantly wonderful as is her daughter, who came along. We're enjoying their stay here as much as they're enjoying their stay here, I am sure of it.
Thursday was the day I have been long waiting for. Nekol and I traveled to our Mecca, to Bethleham, found the Holy Grail, and so many other names that could possibly encompass the deep rooted passion we have for The Rose and The Globe theatres. We stood where Marlowe, Shakespeare, Burbage, Alleyn, and so many others had stood. We felt the energy, took in the power, and stood in awe of everything. I nearly cried at each sight and took many pictures just to remember the day as it should properly be remembered. Nekol and I bought SO MUCH STUFF at the The Globe gift store...it was kind of ridiculous. We bought "Montague" and "Capulet" arrows through the heart pins that we can now wear and I bought a pair of knickers that have that on that as well...it was so much fun...I could go on but I don't want to bore anyone...I'll post a photo instead!
After that we went and saw the play Mousetrap which was so cool! The person who did it was not EVEN on my radar at all. Nekol didn't see it coming either, which is just the way Agatha Christie writes her books, making me happy that the play followed suit. I can't tell you who did it because at the end, one of the actors stepped forward and told us to keep the secret and I will. More than happily will too!
OH! There was an incident last night though. After the first act, as is accustomed to "who-dunnit?" plays, my three friends and I turned to each other to figure out who did was the murderer. In the midst of a rather educated, all in fun figuring it out, we were holding up ideas and shooting them down in one breathe saying they were all too obvious, the older man in front of me turned around and spoke to me. Now before I reenact this conversation, I have to tell you this man had to be the poshest and rudest man I had ever met in my travels in London, England.
"Excuse me, could you not talk about the plot and ruin it for the rest of us?"
"But sir, I don't know the ending."
"I'm sure you don't." and promptly turns around
My friends and I were stunned. As if we had been reprimanded by a mean Headmaster. We sat in silence awkwardly for a minute or so before talking about traveling plans. I should have said something back but I guess my polite nature ruled over my snappy one. However, I must keep in mind, if someone is going to talk to you then might as well have a conversation with them. : )
Today, Friday, is dedicated to High Tea at Harrods and Othello at Trafalgar Studios. It should prove to be a most eventful evening.
<3,
Dre
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