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Amanda Wood settled comfortably in her seat for her music composition class. Music composition was not a popular choice with Hollywood Arts students, but that suited Amanda just fine. There was less competition and a better chance that Amanda wouldn't have to waste her coffee dumping it on a loser.

Besides, when graduation coms, in a sea of students skipping college and submitting demos out or submitting lackluster applications to music conservatories or Julliard, Amanda would be the one with the shining music composition skills that would get her into the best college or get her the best producers. Which one came first, of course.

“Unlike those lazy other departments, we will be starting early with a BANG this year!” her teacher exclaimed. Several students groaned, while others made dirty jokes about what the meaning of his bang was meant to be. Amanda, however, paid extra attention. After all, in a school like Hollywood Arts, you always want the extra advantage. “Our class will be collaborating with the junior scriptwriting class to produce a school-wide musical. Even though it will be written and directed by the juniors, if any of you would like to audition, the cast list is open to all students.” Amanda’s hand shot up.

“What are we doing as the ‘school wide musical?’ “ Amanda asked.

“Only a modern take on Romeo and Juliet. With a musical twist! And next time, please wait until I call on you Miss Wood.” The teacher grinned.

“Hasn’t that already been done?” A boy sitting in front of Amanda asked. “Romeo and Juliet is famous and there has to be some kind of modern musical out there.”

“Yes, but this is a chance for you guys to be creative. Do something out of the ordinary. And raise your hand next time Mr. Albright!” The teacher sighed in frustration. “We’ll be starting tomorrow.”