Author: Atlantis High Official

VITA ON THE ATLANTIS HIGH GUIDE TO THE THEATRE 1

VITA ON THE ATLANTIS HIGH GUIDE TO THE THEATRE
“Okay, listen up scumbags! I am Vita, personal assistant tothe school principal, Violet Prefusion. Violet would not let me direct the school production of Romeo and Juliet. But she says it is okay for me to let you know a little bit about the history of theatre because I have won 2 Oscars and an Emmy. So! Pay attention. You might just learn something!”

Okay now everybody knows that it was very many years ago that theatre came to be. Theatre can be traced back to around 550BC in Greece. It appears that a man by the name of Thespis won a play competition which was held in honour of the Greek God Dionysus. This of course is where the term “thespian” came from. In this day and age there was a high rate of tragedy in Greece therefore the diversion of a good comedy was a welcome relief.


And where my little scumbags did the word ‘play’ come from? Well, it is a literal translation of the Latin word “ludus”, which means to play. And that brings us to Roman theatre. Roman theatre came about in two forms, one a direct translation from the Greek plays into Latin – this was called Fabula Palliata and the second form was called Fabula Togata – a humorous based play. After the Roman Empire fell many believe theatre fell with it. It lived on of course in the form of street theatre, this form of theatre kept the concept alive through the Middle Ages.


The church then became involved in theatre, depicting their religious holidays and other special events in the religious calendar. These small community plays soon grew into passionate reenactments of such things as the crucifixion of Christ. These were referred to as Passion Plays or Miracle Plays. And then, then came the influence of the Renaissance in the 15th and 16th centuries. The Greek and Roman plays were revived, but this time with more focus on art than religion.


Okay, with me so far? This period was followed by that of Elizabethan and Shakespearian theatre in the 16th and 17th centuries. My favourite time! Although the wonderful Shakespeare was the most notable of playmakers in this time a number of others also deserve credit including Christopher Marlowe and Ben Johnson.


Now, Shakespeare’s plays were all written and performed in very formal English. Although would you believe that Shakespeare’s works were more relaxed and natural than a number of other playwrites in his time?! Shakespeare’s better known works include Romeo and Juliet, A Midsummer Nights Dream, The Merchant of Venice, Twelfth Night, Othello and many more.


Wake up Attention Seekers! We are jumping forward in time… over the years theatre became accessible to everyone.

 

GILES GORDON ON BUYING A PRESENT 2

GILES GORDON ON BUYING A PRESENT
ADVICE CAN BE NICEI have got lots of advice on what to get:DON said buy a bag of crisps. Nice one Don, sure that would impress Octavia…JET said buy a book about conspiracies…

BEANIE said buy some ear muffs.

COMMANDER VERMONT said buy Octavia a thermo-thermo power submarine to play with in the bath tub…

MRS VERMONT said just go shopping and buy everything in site – then buy it all again for fun – and after that, return it all to the shops, get a refund and go shopping again. Hmmmm…

THE BEAR NECESSITIES

I walked into an old shop full of old things (including an old shop-keeper). Sophie was hot on my heels – she seems to be stalking me. Oh oh…

What to buy? An old scarf? A mug? A nice painting? A bad painting? A CD? A sculpture? A tea bag?

I spotted a teddy bear. It looked very cute and had an adorable expression. It seemed to fit like a glove (I mean I didn’t try to put it on my hand – it seemed to fit for Octavia). It was cute, fuzzy – a bit like me. That’s it then – if any present would do then that’s the one!

WRAPPING

I asked the man in the shop to start wrapping. He replied by twirling around, doing a dance and saying “You walked into my shop – now you’re gonna stop, listen to what I say – how you gonna pay?” It seems he thought I wanted him to start “rapping”…

He then said “Would I like a bag?” and I replied “No thanks, I’d like to buy the teddy bear”…

Well, I’m off to the diner to give Octavia my present – will she like what I got? And more importantly, does she like me? Keep watching to find out!!

 

 

GILES GORDON ON BUYING A PRESENT 1

GILES GORDON ON BUYING A PRESENT

“Hey it’s me, Giles. I’ve been looking in the Sunset Cove shops lately for a present to give as a token of my love to girl of my dreams, Octavia (you’ll see what in episode 11. Presents are one way to show you like someone – and this is my guide to buying a present…”

 

IN LOVE AND OFF TO THE SHOPS

5 PRESENTS GIRLS LIKE

Perfume

Clothes

Jewellery

Flowers

Chocolates

If you’re off to the shops in Sunset Cove you’d better wear your sunglasses. It’s always hot and sunny here and you’d otherwise be literally blinded by the bright glare reflecting off the perfect teeth of smiling people walking down the street. You may not be able to see and would maybe walk into a lamppost, doggie doo or into the back of a truck…

I used to think going to the shops was mostly for groceries. I’d go with my Mum or Grandpa to the supermarket to pick up some odds and ends to eat. However Grandpa likes to buy spaghetti to knit meals out of and if we walk past frozen chickens or honey then it reminds Mum of the birds and bees and she’ll start telling me to control my “urges” for Octavia. And once Grandpa got lost and spent 6 nights camped out in the frozen food department. It’s all very embarassing so I try not to go shopping.

5 PRESENTS GIRLS DON’T LIKE

Tripe

48 year old mouldy blue cheese

Melted chocolates

A bunch of dead flowers

A bag of dog food

But now I realise shops aren’t just for food or clothes – they’re also for love!! In episode 11 I go to the shops (on the advice of my inner child) to buy Octavia a present to show her how much I care for her. But what present to buy???

SHE LOVES ME – OR SHE LOVES ME NOT AND WHAT I GOT???

It’s hard to know what to buy Octavia. I’m not rich or wealthy like Josh Montana and can’t afford to buy her amazingly expens
ive things like a sports car or the world’s biggest diamond.

Grandpa says I should make Octavia something myself – this means it is personal and comes from the heart. But I’m no good at that – all I am good at making are paper airplanes or making a mess…

I face competition from Josh for Octavia. Josh has been on a buying spree and picked up famous antiques like Custer’s last hand and the Balls of Nantucket. How can I compete with this?

 

JOSH MONTANA ON SUPERHEROS 2

JOSH MONTANA ON SUPERHEROS 
Josh aske
d me, Antonia to type up this report for him and I decided to do some research myself. Here’s what I found on Superheros.“SUPERHERO DID YOU KNOWS ?” by Antonia

  • Batman has been around since 1939. He was first in action in the May 1939 Volume 27 comic book “Detective Comics”.
  • The first Batman comic book was published in 1940.
  • Batman never kills anybody. He uses his strength and brain to bring his enemies to justice. Just like Silver Lining does!!
  • Superman is really Clark Kent, a geeky reporter from the Daily Planet.
  • Superman was actually born on earth and not on another planet.
  • Superman first showed off his stupendous capabilities when he saved a NASA space plane from crashing.
  • Spiderman, Mr. Peter Parker was orphaned at an early age and lives with his Aunt Mary and Uncle Ben.
  • Spidey is a photographer by day at the Daily Bugle.

 

 

IN CONCLUSION…
“So all in all Josh, it appears that the Silver Lining might not be the sexiest, most popular or successful superhero around! The three fellas I have researched all suffered the tragic loss of their parents and went on to do great things. They are the true superheros in my mind – although it is true that Silver Lining looks pretty good in a !<sigh>”

 

 

JOSH MONTANA ON SUPERHEROES 1

JOSH MONTANA ON SUPERHEROES 

“Oohh, hey ladies…and dudes. I want to take you through my guide to superheroes. This is what you might call a lifelong interest for me, a passion even. Something I like to think about when I’m not dreaming of the beautiful Octavia or looking at myself in the mirror. You want to admire me? Hey, go ahead baby. You others can just read my guide to these cool dudes with their satin capes. Antonia did the typing for me – this is my guide to superheroes…”

QUICKTIME MOVIE ON SUPERHEROES

ATLANTIS HIGH AND SUPERHEROS
Sunset Cove is a great place to live and the main reason for that (apart from me living here) is that Silver Lining makes sure that Truth Honour and Justice prevail. There are no major problems in this little piece of paradise. Just some hassles caused by Sophie’s poltergeist.

But just lately some strange things have been happening and Silver Lining has been kept busy.

There have been missing radiation bombs and evil beekeepers to deal with. And all the trouble that the new kid geek boy Giles Gordon gets into on a daily basis.

It’s lucky that there’s such a good-looking hunky Superhero like Silver Lining to look after things and keep the community safe in the knowledge that they can sleep well at night – and admire Silver’s pink costume during the day. The Silver Lining is but a phone call away. Always on duty (or just leave a message on my cellphone if I am busy…).

I’m a great fan of Superheroes and read all about them. I read their comic books and watch them on TV. They are like my family.

MY FIVE FAVE SUPERHERO O
UTFITS ARE:

1. Pink lycra body suit, pink fluffy g-string (sometimes an alternate black lycra over boxers with white J on pouch), pink boxers boots, pink satin cape and pink eye mask –the SilverLining. This look has it all and it works as well in the High Street as up a tree. Versatile and body hugging, this has got to be my top favourite.

2. Black all-over lycra/rubberised suit with white spider emblazoned on front. Black built-in boots, glovesand all-over head covering – Spider Man. This look is cool. It shapes the body and is a real out on the town superhero outfit. Hides the face though which is a minus point. Not many people like spiders though so they could be scared…

3. Black leather pants, black open neck shirt, black satin cape, black sash worn round the waist, natty little black hat and a black eye mask – Zorro. Now this is a hot look, great for the lusting ladies. Sexy, suave. Superhero. My favourite part of the whole outfit is the waist sash. I love the way it blows in the wind. Maybe it seems this guy is always out to make a point though?

4. Cream colouh web detail on arms, lred suede cowboy hat, red neck tie, black eye mask, cobalt blue shirt and pants, black leather gloves and a silver studded black gun holster – The lone Ranger. This is an all time classic outfit. the vers
atility of it is great because it’s hard wearing yet figure hugging. Hi ho – away!

5. Red and blue all over body suit wit

egs and head, spider emblazoned on the front built-in boots and gloves – Spiderman. Yes, good old Spidey again. He’s got style this guy and I love his use of blue. Check out his website too.

TOP 3 SUPERHERO SAYINGS:

It’s really important that the superhero has a good line. This makes your enemies quiver in fear, makes ladies adore you – and is a fun thing to say:

1. “Truth, Honour and Justice Awaits” – The Silverlining. This says it all. This guy is caring, proud and honest. And good looking too. Oh – and modest!

2. ” Hig
h Ho Silver Away!” – The Lone Ranger. I love this line! It makes me want to jump on a horse nd gallop to the rescue of some damsel in distress. A real macho line this one. But I get sore if I sit in the saddle too long. Owww…

3. ” To the Bat Cave Robin” – Batman. This phrase has a certain mystery to it and I like mystery. It’s clean, it’s strong and it’s a good one. And if you say it loud enough, it alerts the bats in the cave that you are on your way so you they can clear up the cave…