2 characters, at least 20 lines of dialogue, at least 10 stage directions, a character list with the descriptions of your characters, have Act/Scene listed, in, the stage directions explain the setting, the costumes, the time period, and any other information, you have full creative control, but must be school appropriate, your characters can be real or imaginary, must be written in script format: Stage directions need to be in italics and parentheses. Dialogue must be centered in the page. Characters names need to be in all Caps, and listed before the dialogue

Title: "The Magical Masquerade"

Characters:
1. LILIAN (mid-30s, elegant and mysterious)
2. THEODORE (early 40s, quirky and imaginative)
3. SERENA (20s, lively and enchanting)
4. ALFRED (50s, serious and knowledgeable)
5. GUESTS (various, all dressed in elaborate historical costumes)

Act 1, Scene 1:
Setting: A lavish ballroom adorned with chandeliers, golden ornaments, and a grand staircase. The walls are covered in intricate tapestries depicting mystical creatures. The costumes are from the Renaissance period, with vibrant colors and extravagant designs.

Stage directions: (The ballroom is filled with guests, chatting and twirling around in a graceful dance. The atmosphere is lively and enchanting.)

LILIAN: (gliding gracefully) Theodore, have you discovered the true identity of the mysterious magician?

THEODORE: (excitedly) I've been studying ancient texts, Lilian. I believe he possesses extraordinary powers beyond imagination!

SERENA: (joining the conversation, twirling in her gown) Oh, Alfred, what tales have you heard about the magician?

ALFRED: (thoughtfully) Legend has it that he hails from a hidden realm, known only to those who embrace the magic within.

Stage directions: (The guests gather around Alfred, their curious eyes fixated on him.)

GUEST 1: (whispering to GUEST 2) Do you think he can make dreams come true?

GUEST 2: (excited) Maybe he can guide us to portals of otherworldly realms!

GUEST 3: (marveling at the scene) The costumes are stunning; they transport us back in time!

Stage directions: (The guests dance gracefully, their movements echoing the magic in the air. Suddenly, the lights dim, casting a mysterious glow across the room.)

LILIAN: (in awe) Everyone, gather! The magician is about to reveal himself!

SERENA: (whispering) I hope his presence fills our hearts with wonder and awe.

THEODORE: (anticipating) Brace yourselves, for the extraordinary is about to unfold!

Stage directions: (A hush falls over the crowd as the curtains part, revealing a figure draped in shimmering robes, carrying a staff emitting a soft glow.)

GUESTS: (in unison) The Magician!

MAGICIAN: (with a commanding presence) Welcome, esteemed guests, to the Magical Masquerade! Prepare to be enchanted!

ALFRED: (astonished) It's him... the legendary Magician of Dreams!

Stage directions: (The guests gasp in awe as the Magician creates intricate illusions, transforming ordinary objects into extraordinary works of art.)

GUEST 4: (whispering) How is this possible? It's like he's bending reality itself!

GUEST 5: (spellbound) I feel like I'm living in a fairy tale!

Stage directions: (The ballroom fills with laughter and applause as the guests revel in the enchanting performance.)

LILIAN: (smiling at Theodore) Our journey into the magical realms has only just begun, my dear friend.

THEODORE: (grinning) Indeed, Lilian, and I can't wait to explore every corner of this marvelous world!

End of Scene 1