lights are bright as the curtains rise
the stage is set
the actors are cued

let the play begin.


act 1.

flash that smile as you hear their applause
let the audience watch in amazement

speak your lines as if you know them
pretend as though you do not fear


act 2.

the world seems to conspire against you
and the actors won't give you cues

look away as if undaunted
speak your lines as if you know them
pretend as though you do not fear


the finale.

let the audience watch in amazement
flash that smile as you hear their applause

close your eyes and speak your lines
and in a few moments it'll all be over


your final line, take a bow.


and the audience gives a standing ovation



and in this three part play you know
you are your biggest fan

and in this three part play you know
you fooled yourself more than anyone else


lights are dim, the curtains fall
actors off stage

and you're alone


and that's when the tears begin to show

i deserve an acting award