This video presents a school play adaptation of Mark Twain's 'A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court,' demonstrating how modern innovations like technology, education, and business practices can transform medieval society. The play follows Hank Morgan, a 19th-century engineer who travels back in time to 6th-century Camelot and introduces revolutionary ideas including telephones, printing presses, bicycles, and abolition of slavery. The narrative illustrates that effective leadership requires understanding one's people, adapting to changing times, and using knowledge to improve society rather than maintaining power through tradition alone. The production also highlights the importance of collaboration, creativity, and continuous learning in achieving meaningful social progress.
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So, >> ladies and gentlemen, It is my honor and privilege to welcome you to closing night of our show today.
I'm Jacob Gardner and I directed this play along with Cynthia Kramer here in the front row, Judy Gardner in the back, and Paty St who's mysteriously somewhere placed in the room. Um, we are so excited for tonight. Number one, because of all the work that your students have done. I want to take a moment and welcome you to the Blackbox Theater. If you look around, this is an empty room that is painted black that has been turned into a theater for today. We have built everything from the ground up, including the sets. We have placed all the lighting where we want it, and we have made a theater in a room, a theater in a box, if you will. And tonight, you will be in this theater where magic happens on this stage. I guarantee you that somebody will cry. It will probably be me by the end of this show. out of pain. But no, out of joy. No, I don't know when I'll be crying, but I'm just going to be crying because I have a newborn and I don't sleep anymore.
>> But no, alas, this is our last night for several of the students. So, show some love for them tonight. Now, I've been here with these kids all day today, and one of my jobs is to warm them up for you guys so they can do the best show that they can.
My other job is to warm up the audience.
So, Everybody give me a big boo.
>> Okay, good. Cuz that's what I deserve right now. No.
>> All right. Can I Can I hear a low rumble of a chuckle?
>> And that's Let's do a little bit more for me. All right.
>> Great. Great. That's great. You guys are going to do awesome. I I'm I'm pretty sold on your performance tonight. Um except for you somewhere over here.
>> Yeah. Somebody wasn't laughing. Somebody wasn't chuckling. No names, just fingers pointed. Um, we're excited for tonight. We do comedies here and they're meant to be funny. And I encourage you guys to laugh. Have have some energy for the kids tonight because if you guys are enjoying the play, the kids are going to give you a better performance. Truth.
That's the magic of live theater. We don't get this in television anymore in our society. And I'm not going to turn this into a lecture, but I will say this. We need some more live entertainment around here.
>> I mean, where else will you be spit on anymore?
>> I'm not I'm not naming any of the children, but there are a few that are more likely to spit on you than others.
>> I'm kidding. I'm kidding.
>> We're gonna have a great show tonight.
Okay. So, I've said all that and I want to give a very big thank you to one person individual. Jeremy in the back has built this entire stage and a lot of the set and some help from some of the students. Can we just give him a big thank you this love in order to give these kids a platform that they can perform and do their very best.
I am so excited for today and I hope that you are too. So without any further ado, please silence your pagers, I mean cell phones. Tells you how long I've been doing this.
>> I don't know. Please silence your cell phones and no flash photography. Uh we don't want any children to fall unless they are directed to. Um in which case they are commanded to fall well.
But without any further ado, let's present Connecticut Yankee and King Arthur's Court.
What's the big deal?
>> Nothing goes on that stage unless I say it does.
>> Don't take yourself too seriously, Hercules.
>> Oh, I'm warning you.
>> Didn't you hear what I said?
>> I heard.
>> So, >> so what?
>> Oh, I'm going to TEACH YOU A LESSON.
YOU'RE GOING TO HAVE TO LEARN how to read and write first.
>> Just wait till I get my hands on you.
>> Careful. I'm an expert in karate. My body is a lethal weapon.
>> All right, wise guy. Try this on for size.
>> Hercules.
>> Hi. Hi, Mrs. Bendy.
>> You boys weren't fighting, were you? No, we just had a little misunderstanding.
>> No problem.
>> What kind of misunderstanding?
>> Mrs. Ben, I'm the stage manager for the school play.
>> Right.
>> Right.
Oh, I just think it was so imaginative of the selections committee to pick a work like Knights of the Round Table for the school play.
>> If you say so, Mrs. Benv. The romantic days of King Arthur, Queen Dwine, Merlin the magician, damsels in distress, dragons.
>> The point is Hank thinks he's the boss.
>> Why can't you boys get along?
>> He won't give me any respect.
>> We need another stool. Go get it.
>> You see what I mean, Mrs. Beny? I'm supposed to say we need another stool.
I'm supposed to tell Hank to go and get it.
>> Hank is an independent boy, Hercules.
Try to make allowances.
>> There can only be one boss on this stage crew, and that's me.
>> One school coming up.
>> Hey, I'm so excited. Your science teacher tells me your project has an excellent chance at winning first prize at the state fair.
>> And what's the project? A robot that doesn't know that take orders?
>> Show us how much you know, Dum Dum. It's astronomy. A model. illustrates the sun, the moon, eclipses, that sort of thing.
>> Are we getting all the props? Swords, shields, and helmets for the knights.
>> They're making all that stuff in the wood shop.
>> Excellent.
>> Only I'm making King Arthur's sword.
>> No, you're not. I am.
I am.
I am.
I know all about King Arthur. I know all about his magic sword. I even know what it's called.
>> Uhhuh. Big deal.
>> Don't shove.
>> Stop it, both of you. We all have to pull together. The nights of the round table is going to be the best school play we've ever presented. Understand?
>> Yes, Mrs. Bendy. We understand.
>> Now, shake hands.
You heard me. Shake.
>> That's better. Now I better go see the tapes for the music already. Remember, no fighting.
>> No fighting.
>> You knew I was making Excalibur.
>> I just told you I kicking what?
>> Excalibur?
No. King Arthur's sword. You didn't know that, did you? You big phony. All right, that does it. Sure punch wouldn't flatten a flea. Let's test it.
>> Oh, that'll show you.
Hurry, Lady K. We mustn't be late for 4.
>> That would never do. Well, hurry as fast as I can.
>> Quickly.
Behold Camelot, stone and splendor, shining in the sun. A fair city never stood, nor one of stricter rules.
>> Mind your tongue, mind your staff and bow to everyone.
>> Something's in the air.
Not for taxes.
>> You'll bring bad luck speaking. So >> a dragon has been sighted.
A dragon's been spotted through arms. A dragon. A dragon.
>> Was it green or red?
>> Does it fly? A dragon again.
>> A dragon. A dragon. Sir spotted a dragon. Oh why does somebody dragon >> a dragon?
>> Hi that wise. Hi thy children. A dragon has been spotted.
>> Fear not.
>> The nights of the realm people will protect us.
>> I do hope so.
>> I am frightened by the sight of dragons.
I've never met a dragon. And I'm happy to say a dragon has never met me. This is no time for foolishness. Lady Den, >> do not be angry with Lady Den. She giggles so I know the breeze.
>> That is true. When I'm happy, I giggle.
And when I'm sad, I giggle.
>> And when I think of dragons, >> you giggle.
>> Yes.
Maybe just maybe the dragon will demand A WIFE >> AND MAYBE one of you ladies shall have to sacrifice themselves >> for the good of the kingdom.
>> I for it the mighty magician and wizard. having awarded his majesty a 100 times that he is much too gentle a manner.
>> This kingdom must be ruled with glove of iron. Otherwise, the system will take advantage and dragons will awake and walk the kingdom.
>> Come back. Come back. I say >> silence. There's nothing to fear. I will protect you from all harm.
Make way for the royal majesties King Arthur and Queen Guineir of Camelot.
What new disaster is about to befall Kala? Sit my lady.
>> The dragon has been cited.
>> Blood is bad news.
>> Dragons are an ill always.
>> I've been told things like this would happen if thou did not increase taxes.
>> Taxes. Taxes. That is your solution to everything. Merlin, >> no matter how many new taxes we levy, it's never enough.
>> Swords and shields cost money. Without swords and shields, the kingdom would be overrun with naves and thieves.
>> Not to mention dragon.
>> Shut up, fool.
>> The king's fool can say what he wishes.
>> The fool is quite right. As king's jester, he can say whatever he likes. He is under my protection whether I you like it or not.
>> I once knew a fool at the court of Morgan the >> how I dislike hearing that name.
>> Marlin must thou mention the name of the king's half sister. Thou know it upsets him.
>> I do not like that fool.
>> What did you do to him?
>> Nothing.
I turn into crook.
>> It is a wise fool who knows when to shut up.
>> My lord, Sir Sakamore has captured the dragon.
>> Is the dragon appears to be Sir Lance?
>> Is it green and slimy?
>> Does it make fire?
>> Don't have one big EYE RIGHT HERE.
>> I did not say for certain. I only saw it from the tower. But I can say this.
>> Yes.
>> Yes. Whatever type of branding it may be, >> it's different.
>> Oh, >> I heard a monster. A monster.
>> Sirore.
>> Something about a monster.
>> The dragon.
>> Your majesty.
Never mind court etiquette. Sir Sagorn, tell us of the dragon.
>> Yes. HOW DID YOU CAPTURE THE MONSTER?
>> WELL, your majesties, I was off searching for damsels in distress who might need my protection. Oh, >> how afraid thou art for?
>> If you say so.
>> Well, as I pass, I heard my terrible noise. I looked back. What's happened?
I saw the dragon, the beast, the monster spreading elves. I take it over. It appears from no, >> but this is the mushroom wizard. Quiet.
I am trying to hear this story.
>> Now, your majesty, thou seeest why Sax is >> Texas.
Go on, sir.
It's rolled as many eyes.
>> How terrible.
>> It spat great clumps of fire.
>> I knew it.
>> It was enough.
>> The monster got to its feet. I drew my sword.
I drew my sword.
>> I drew my trusted sword.
>> Never mind the sword. destroy the charge.
>> Hey, your majesty. The monster got one good look at me and fainted dead away.
>> Wonderful. Sir Sagamore, >> my favorite dragon slayer.
>> Sir Sagamore didn't slay the dragon. He merely captured it.
>> I have it without.
>> Let us see the beast.
>> By all means, present it here in the courtyard.
>> At once, your majesty.
>> Best go long, sir. No telling what the monster might attempt.
>> Your wish is my command.
Pray be seated.
>> We must kill this monster at once. His death will be a reminder to all in the kingdom. That lawlessness will not be tolerated.
>> Let us see the monster first before we condemn it.
>> Emil has many enemies. He's surely one of them.
>> Hey, what's going on here? Do not talk monster. Monster or you'll call on a monster.
>> Here they come, sir.
>> Display as much dignity, ladies. We must show the beast that we of Camelot have no fear.
>> Yes, your majesty.
>> Cease.
Behold your precious sir and the monster.
>> Come on monster not keep their majesty's wages.
>> Hey take it easy with that snap.
>> A monster that speaketh and transforms himself into human form. Beware. The danger is greater than I thought.
Strange garment we wear.
>> Boy, oh boy. I've had some crazy dreams before, but this one.
>> Wow. What's odd matter speech is this?
>> Hi, Merlin.
>> Don't know me.
>> Everybody knows about Merlin and King Arthur's court.
You're the only one wearing a long beard, so you must be Merlin.
>> Beware. Beware. He will not get away.
>> Sir Sagamore told me of your attack.
>> I didn't attack anyone. Last thing I remember is Hercules sacking me ON THE JAW.
>> HERCULES?
>> THOU NOTICE THE MIGHTY HERCULES?
>> You bet I know him. He's the class. He's a stage manager for the class.
>> We're not exactly buddies. His real name is Horus, but everybody calls him Hercules because he's so strong.
>> The monster makes no sense.
>> Anyway, after I came to on the sock of the jaw, this character had a rope around and was dabbing me with his sword.
>> Perhaps the monster is an ape, a Morgan Le.
>> Oh. Oh, forgive me, Arthur. I shouldn't have mentioned her name. I wish I wake up soon.
>> What evil thing has to pluck from my garment?
>> This is chewing up.
>> What?
>> Huh?
Oh, I got you.
Here are a couple of free tickets to the school play.
and screwdriver.
>> IT'S A WEAPON. A WEAPON. See it? Let's lock.
>> Even a fool knows a dagger would >> A DAGGER TO ASSASSINATE THE KING.
>> It's not a dagger.
It's not a weapon.
It's a screwdriver.
I use it on scenery.
>> Thou speakest gibberish. What else have thee monster?
>> Um, have a pencil.
Got a quarter >> and go. Oh, >> what is that?
>> Check this out.
>> What trap is this? Just something for the hair.
>> WE MUST BURN THIS MONSTER AT THE STATE.
>> YEAH.
The frequent burnings of the steak aren't necessary to ensure public calm.
>> I sure wish I'd wake up.
Monster. Who sent you to Camelot?
>> I am not a monster and nobody sent me to Camelot.
>> My name is Morgan.
>> Hank Morgan >> from Hartford, Connecticut.
>> Hartford.
>> Connecticut.
>> What kingdom these places reside?
>> In the United States of America.
>> I've never heard of such a place.
>> Beware. He's a trickster and a demon. I SHALL CONSULT my crystal. And if it confirms my fears, he must go to the stake.
>> Yes. Let us go to Merlin's tower and view the crystal.
>> A wise suggestion, monster. Thou will stay here with Sir Sagamore until we return. Lead, Merlin.
>> Did you see the slime?
>> I wonder if he still breathes fire.
>> Definitely two eyes.
Man, must have been something I ate.
Maybe that cheeseburger with chili sauce.
There's nothing I can do about it now.
Funny kind of dream, though.
>> Hey, what do you know? I've been looking for this.
>> What is that, Sagal?
>> It looks like a bone. Invisible. A bone.
Watch.
It's for my dog, Coco. She can play with one of these for hours.
>> A bone that bends.
She chewed up her old one. So, I picked this one up on the way to school today.
This is wonders. Like your cobook.
You know, I play a game with this. I don't enjoy a good game. Do I do?
>> What is this game called?
>> It's called Fetch.
>> Fetch.
Yeah.
I throw the bone and you fetch it back.
Doesn't that sound like fun?
>> Yeah, it's all right. Ready?
What joy? What pleasure.
>> The phone has dropped into the web.
What's Sir Sagamore doing?
>> He is coming into the well.
>> He's not too bright now, is he?
>> Can't tell you that.
>> Oh, monster. Thou must not remove thy rope.
>> What difference does it make? I'll be awake soon.
>> You are not dreaming. Believe me.
>> I've been working too hard on the school play. That's what my problem is.
>> Who are you supposed to be?
>> My name is Clarence. I'm a pig.
I'm Mr. Angelou.
>> Sure.
>> Pleasure knowing you, Clarence. What year is it?
>> The year is 5:28. The month is June and the date is the 21st.
>> That date sounds familiar.
This place isn't a dream. Then it must be some kind of asylum. That's what this place is, an asylum.
Now, are you one of the attendants or the patient?
>> That makes no sense, monster.
>> I know what I'll do. I'll pinch myself.
Wake up.
>> This place isn't a dream. It's real.
Where is the monster?
>> For S. THE MONSTER HAS FREED ITSELF.
>> Where is Sir Sagamore?
>> He's playing fy.
>> Sir Sagamore is now a frog. more levitator.
>> Sirore witch.
>> Look, I don't know what's going on here, but let's not get too excited.
>> The crystal showed you to be an evil wizard.
>> The crystal showed you burning at the stake.
>> You all saw that.
>> Only Merlin can see into the crystal.
All we see is smoke.
>> Thought so. You big thing. You you you put a CURSE ON SAGORE. SEE THEM SELOT.
>> What f of attack is this?
>> Karate your majesty.
>> What is this karate?
>> STRIKE HIM DOWN. Sancelot >> monster. Please stand still.
>> I don't want to prepare to be the fool.
Debra, I have muted the son of lizard.
Disappear now demon.
I'm still here.
>> He's a mighty foe, Merlin.
>> I'm trying to be diplomatic.
>> I am not a wizard. I am not a monster.
Almost 12:00.
Being kind of hungry.
What's for lunch?
>> Sir Zachar, come with him.
>> It's only a game.
>> It's called Bash.
>> One false move and my sword will taste vengeance.
>> Capture. Capture.
>> Let's be reasonable about this.
That's wood.
>> Nerf with that dagger, Merlin. It scratched easily.
>> A dagger that I WILL TRANSFORM INTO A FIERY TO.
>> Must he die, Merlin? He had the kind face.
>> But a mask to fool mortals.
>> I appreciate your sentiments, miss. Uh, what's your name again?
>> My name is Lady Alance.
>> That's complicated.
How about Sandy?
>> Sandy monster. You're supposed to >> You're not going to do it, right? I mean, you're only kidding.
>> I never j.
>> Well, that's my job.
>> Oh, I know your trouble, Merlin. You're afraid of a little competition.
If my hands weren't tied, I show you a couple tricks.
>> I know not of tricks, only of magic. Now watch.
>> Goodbye, demon.
>> Goodbye, monster.
>> I better fast.
>> That tape. I remember now. June 21st, 528. A total eclipse of the sun at noon.
>> Goodbye.
>> I am the greatest wizard Camelot has ever seen.
>> Now it's rely.
I will show you by blotting out the sun and smothering the whole world in darkness.
Watch.
It's only a few seconds till noon.
Eclipse, don't fail me now.
>> He's getting COVERED BY BLAKE BACK SHADOW.
>> I told you I do it. Stop it.
>> He does not within my power.
United States of America with the spring back.
>> We'll place the sun in the sky and I will give you half of my kingdom.
>> More seconds on it. Let the enchantment dissolve. I command the sun to return.
>> LOOK, release him >> now.
Now I was spoke to the truth.
>> Thou are the greatest wizard Camelot has ever seen.
>> Yes. And when it comes to magic, Merlin is a mouse.
>> Take care. Take care. I will not be mocked.
>> This place could use a few modern ideas.
King Arthur, say the word and we'll get this place up and running in no time.
A splendid idea.
I think >> Clarence, this is my medallion and chain of trusted office.
Whoever wears it face and the name of the king.
>> Not even Merlin himself has worn that.
>> Wear this badge of trusted office with my blessing.
I was making a great mistake.
>> Darling, >> what plans do you have for Camelot Hank Morgan of Harford, Connecticut?
>> Wait and see.
>> Well, we ought to have a title, your majesty.
>> H Sir Hank Morgan of Hartford, Connecticut.
>> It's quite a mouthful.
How about something a little shorter?
What would that suggest?
>> Well, since you guys want me to be in charge around here, how about Sir Boss? Means I'm the king's right-hand man.
>> Neil, >> whatever you say. I dub thee sir boss the most important man in the kingdom of Camelot next to me of course.
>> Let us adjour to the dining hall and feast in honor of Sir Boss.
>> That's a good idea.
>> This way.
>> Three cheers for SIR BOSS. HIP HIP HOORAY. HIP HIP HOORAY.
>> HOORAY.
BEWARE, he meets potlot.
>> Sir boss to dark the earth and sky went and was noon day high. Oh, listen Merlin man so dread. All your power. Is it dead? Merlin. Merlin, you got caught. Get me out of Camelot.
>> I'VE BEEN MARKED GUEST ASIDE. I WILL NOT PERMIT IT. I WILL have my revenge.
MY REVENGE WILL BE HORRIBLE ON A AVENGE. I will be avenged.
All right, there will be a 15minute intermission.
There are a ton of snacks in the middle.
Please take them all home.
Otherwise, I have to stay here till midnight and eat them all.
We go through.
First I am.
All right. All right.
It's really a difference.
wedding.
Yeah, they're in here, too.
Hopefully she knows.
Oh, yeah.
Oh, look.
Camel Incorporated Office of the Manager Boss. May I help you?
Two dozen baseball caps blue and black castle court. You'll have them sometime soon tomorrow. Thank you for calling Camelot.
Camelot Incorporated Office of the Manager. Sir Boss, may I help you?
12 cartons of Royal Arthur Soda Pop to Good Chip Wales.
Well, they'll be at the docu. Thank you for calling Camelot.
>> Don't drop him, Clarence. I don't want to put >> I'll do my best.
>> Right there. As Sir Voss would say, business is booming.
>> You sound just like him.
>> What is in the boxes?
>> Another of Sir Boss's ideas.
>> Let us see.
>> It is wondrous.
But what is it?
>> Sir Boss calls it a t-shirt. Just a garment for wearing. Sir Boss is confident t-shirts will become popular.
>> Well, I would not doubt Sir Boss. If he says t-shirts would be popular, >> they will be.
>> I feel a cool wind.
>> It is like dead of winter.
>> But the sun is bright.
>> Can it be?
>> Good tomorrow to you ladies.
>> Is she king of their sister? Queen of the Middle Kingdom. Morgan Lefay, >> your majesty.
You may inform my half brother in Grenovir of my presence.
>> At once, my lady.
>> I have heard of marvelous things taking place at Camelot. Thanks to one who calls himself Sir Voss.
>> He is teaching us all about business.
And what is that business?
>> How to make things. We'll sell them.
>> It does sound vulgar.
>> Oh no, your majesty. It's not vulgar.
Sir Boss invents wonderful things.
Business is only one part of his genius.
He calls me Sandy.
>> He says his inventions and changes will benefit the kingdom.
>> I see. That invention is called a telephone, your majesty. People can talk to one another from great distances.
>> I prefer my crystal.
That is called a teacher.
>> Indeed. Sir Boss is opening schools to train the brightest minds in Camelot.
>> We even have a printing press. He says everybody came should know how to read and write.
>> What a curious idea.
Sounds strange. I shall enjoy reading this. Sir Boss.
>> Sir Boss is wonderful.
Your majesty, only now sir caravan at the gates. Welcome to Camelot.
>> No, no, Merlin. This is now Camelot Incorporated.
>> BIG ON.
>> OH, MERLIN, you cannot fool us with the humbug anymore.
>> Hanbug?
>> Silly old tricks. Would you like a t-shirt?
>> BIG ON.
MERLIN.
>> OH, HE WOULD not adjust to the >> changing times because their boss says that Merlin's like a dinosaur stuck in the fire.
>> That name always that name. SIR BOSS.
SIR BOSS. SIR BOSS. I HATE HIM. I hate him. I hate hate hate him. HE HAS STOLEN MY POWER WITH THE KING. Things are not the same at Camelot.
>> I can see that for myself. I trusted you, Merlin. You were to TURN THE PEOPLE AGAINST THE KING.
>> I did everything I could. Public executions, burnings, taxes.
>> It is not wise to fail me.
>> I have agents spreading rumors about the queen's extravagant ways.
>> Useless.
>> Everything bad I've tried to blame on Arthur, but Sarbos has stopped me at every turn.
>> That is why I am here. incompetent. Oh, >> mercy for me.
>> I despise CLUMSINESS MORE THAN MY HATE for King Arthur. And my hate for KING ARTHUR KNOWS NO BOUNDS.
>> Why should he be the ruler of the richest kingdom when I have more intelligence and skill, beauty and grace?
>> How true? Our true >> and I see and united with my growing up Morgan Le.
>> Morgan Le. Morgan Lefay the wonderful.
>> All the world will travel for your power.
>> My troops have been ready for months.
>> Things take time. Your majesty.
>> I have been waiting for you. Camelot is weak, united, and in rebellion.
>> Tim is not Marlin. Everything has gone wrong because of that foreigner.
>> I am anxious to meet this sir boss.
>> Yours was just granted. Beware. He runs a strange beast. Ah, >> howdy.
>> Good tomorrow, sir boss.
You're new around here.
>> I come from the Middle Kingdom.
>> You knew my name.
>> The fame of Servos reaches across the land.
>> Glad to hear it, >> Sandy.
>> I am Morgan Lefay.
>> Ah, the king's sister.
>> Half sister.
>> So I've heard.
>> Yes, sir. Boss, >> put this away for me. Will you, Sandy?
>> Yes, sir. Boss.
>> This is a bicycle. It's faster than walking.
>> I doubt it will replace the horse.
>> Give it a little time. This, it's nothing. Wait until you see my motorcycle.
>> Their majesties.
Where are they?
>> They're jogging. Queen Morgan. Chalking.
It is an odd word.
>> There's too much sitting around, too much eating the wrong foods here at Camelot. Exercise is important.
>> It is a strange looking bracelet.
>> This It's not a bracelet. It's a two-way radio so people can talk to each other.
>> Something like your telephone.
>> It's the same general principle, but a lot more portable.
Most of us have them. Clarence or Lancelot. Most of the other nights.
>> Six files today. Geneovia.
>> Better than yesterday.
>> Almost done.
>> Once around the table should wrap it up.
>> My dear sister.
>> Sister, why didn't you tell us you were coming? It was an impulse. I've heard of strange happenings here.
It is weird garments you wear.
>> Sir boss designed them.
>> Sweatuits has not seen me for a monarch who sweats.
>> You always make me feel like a small boy with a dirty face.
Bob, are you not at your round table?
Sir Boss is having a treat.
>> It wasn't alive with knights. It was alive with termites.
>> Perhaps one day, Sir Boss, you would like to visit my kingdom. You wouldn't like it, Sir Boss. It is dark and gloomy. I prefer the dark in the gloo.
I will have a word with Merlin.
>> He's dark and gloomy. All right.
>> A pleasure meeting you, sir boss. Come along, ladies.
>> Catch you later, Queenie.
>> What is she doing here? She always upsets me. Even when I WAS A SMALL CHILD, BOY COULD IRRITATE ME. She will be up to no good.
>> I will make ready her room.
>> Many say my sister's awake. A sorceress, a dab in the blacks.
>> I'll let you worry about that. Remember what I told you the other day >> about getting to know my people and so forth?
You can't stay in the castle forever. I never go outside the walls.
That's the whole point. If you never go out the castle walls, you'll never find out what your people are saying.
But you can't go as King Arthur. If you go as King Arthur, your your people will only tell you what you want to hear.
>> How will I go then?
You'll go in disguise.
>> Disguise?
>> And I'm coming with you.
>> Clarence, I've learned not to doubt you, sir, boss. You've turned Camelot into a philosophous nation to ideas and inventions.
>> But where are these old robes?
>> I don't know what will say about this.
>> Maybe we ought to take Excalibur with us. Who?
>> You know, Excalibur, the swords you pulled from the stone when you were a boy.
>> Oh, yes. It's locked up for safekeeping.
I haven't needed it in years since we've had peace in the kingdom.
>> Remember, Clarence, if anyone asks here at the castle, we are locked in my workshop inventing something. Understand?
>> Yes, sir. Boss, >> how do I look?
You don't look like a kid and that's what we want.
>> This will be an adventure.
>> Let's get started. We'll take the south road.
>> Goodbye, your majesty. Goodbye, Serbos.
>> Remember, Clarence, not a word to anyone.
>> Maybe we could jog.
The fools. They have played into my hands.
>> I don't understand.
>> Everyone knows King Arthur never leaves the castle. If he tells anyone he's the king, they will think him mad.
>> But he goes with Sir Boss.
>> They will think him mad, too.
>> Nay, he wears the badge and chain of trusted office. When he shows that, everyone will obey him.
>> This enchanted ring, I can hypnotize some people.
only some.
>> They must have one qualification.
>> What's that?
>> They must be fairly stupid >> like him.
>> Huh?
>> Mr. Sagamore.
>> Did you get it?
>> The boss takes a medallion chair off where he sleeps. He never even saw I take >> Sir Sagamore is under my spell.
>> Ride as fast as you can to the dark cliffs. My knights are kept there. Tell them to move towards Camelot. When they see the smoke from the castle tower, that will be their signal to attack.
>> I hear Ed.
>> Long as they wish to wear the medallion chain.
>> Be patient.
>> The other knights are not stupid like Sagamal. They will protect the castle.
>> Slave trader.
>> Who? What? Where?
>> You called, my lady.
>> Go after them. Seize them. If anyone questions you, they are slaves who have gone mad.
>> I still don't understand.
>> You can be at the slave market in less than an hour. Take the SOUTH ROAD. SELL THEM TO SEA CAPTAINS WHO ARE BOUND FOR ARABIA. THEY WILL NEVER BE SEEN AGAIN.
GO. You have your orders. Of course you may wear my ribbon at the next turn in sland. I'm glad to be at >> I thank you.
>> You must beware. So sir that's lot.
>> What foolishness. What madness.
>> What plans?
Sir Boss has persuaded his majesty to go among the common folk.
>> Is that so terrible? Not as the king but as a common beggar.
>> Anything might happen. Pirates and Vikings raid the coastline. Murderers and bandits hide in the forest. If people think the king and Sir Boss are simple folk, they will be in great danger.
>> Paige?
>> Yes, my lord. Have you seen the king?
>> Uh-huh.
>> Is he with Sir Boss?
>> Yes, they're in the workshop. They wish not to be disturbed.
>> THE BOY IS A LIAR. PROBABLY IN THE PAY OF ASSASSINS.
>> I'm a loyal subject to the king. I swear.
>> If you lie, Clarence, you shall be punished. In the workshop, you say, "You mustn't waste time, Sir Lancelot. Every moment is precious."
>> I warned the king. I warned him.
>> Gather the knights of the round table.
>> What road did they take?
>> They went north.
>> Take the north.
>> They're in the workshop, I tell you.
Inventing something.
>> Your boss is always inventing something.
>> I will see for myself if they're in the workshop. If not, we go north.
You me.
>> Come here, chicken.
>> I'm not a chicken. I'm a pig.
>> Chicken. Chicken. Thou art what a chicken.
>> I'm not a chick.
>> Come here, chicken. I have corn.
>> Thou a magical female. I smell victory in the wind.
It >> is true. It is true. THEY ARE GONE.
CLARENCE LIED. Arthur the man the man.
>> We rise at once. We go north.
>> I too begin to smell victory.
>> The knights at the round table go north.
King Arthur and Sir Boss GO SOUTH. SIR SAGAMORE WRITES FROM MY TROOPS. CAMELOT WILL SOON BE MINE. HAT.
WOW.
Move it.
>> Drop your leg. Pick up my feet.
>> Move it.
>> Move along.
>> Get over there.
>> Take it easy, will you? This guy reminds me OF HERCULES.
>> WHEN I RETURNED TO THE CASTLE, YOU ALL will feel the lash.
>> It is you who will feel the lash if you do not mind your tongue.
>> Mind your tongue?
>> What have we here? What's all this noise? Heard that whip crack clear down the road.
>> Slaves for market.
>> Strong backs when they choose to use them.
That one won't fetch much. Too weak. I too much talking.
Not enough muscles. You'll not get much coin for that one.
>> Might your punk women. I am your king. I am King Arthur.
>> The king. King Arthur. YOU.
>> You hear that one? A king of chains.
>> YOUR MAJESTY.
THE BEST king I've seen comes with shackles. A bargain, I say.
>> He is the king. Don't mind them. They are not >> habit sometimes.
>> Too much.
>> And who is this one?
>> A lunatic.
>> It's her boss.
>> You sir bossing.
I'll show you my medallion and chain of office.
>> Wait a minute. Where is it? He's gone.
>> Lost it. Did you? Must have been a fine chain in his imagination.
>> Then we are truly lost.
>> You are truly mad. If you had the medallion and chain, everyone would believe you. But that's not to be.
There are going to be changes in my kingdom as soon as I return to the castle. To begin with, I will outlaw slavery.
>> That's a good start, your majesty.
>> Get down.
>> Hear that? You'll be out of a job soon.
>> Mad as mad pies. Summon from what you can get and be grateful.
Wait. I am a great feminist. Is there a well near a drink first then market?
>> A crazy man jumps in the well today. A stream runs by my cottage.
>> Show us the street.
>> They might run away. I do not want mad people running all over the countryside.
>> I can run faster than any man in the kingdom.
>> If you run, I will catch you. And when I do, you will taste the ass.
>> They're not going anywhere.
>> Got to eat those folks.
>> This way, sir. Boss, he said, "Sir, did you ever heard it all now?
>> We could not run far enough with our hands tied.
Wait a minute. What's the matter with me?
>> What? What?
>> The radio.
This is your boss calling. Camelot, can you read me?
>> What can you hear?
>> This isn't great for long distance, but it might reach as far as the castle. I'm hoping the knights at the round table can come and rescue us in time. This is Sir Boss calling. Come in. Can you read me? Sir Lancelot. Anyone?
Himma, can you read me?
Oh, what is happening? Where's that enchanted chicken? And Sir Boss is placed because of his radio watch. Do you not know how it works?
>> Nor I'm the lady.
>> Hello. Oh, it's Subas, the prisoners of a slave trader.
Subbos, can you hear me? He hears me.
Wicked things. Awful things are happening. The knights of the round TABLE ARE GONE.
>> WHAT DID he say?
>> Oh, um, he'll be sold at market soon.
Oh, we have to say he's also lost the medallion, too. Can you believe it?
>> Um, we have to get it to him so that way everyone we everybody will believe who he is.
>> We can never get there in time.
>> I don't know what that is. You tell me.
>> He says to use the motorcycle, whatever that is.
>> A wondrous new invention. Faster than any horse. Sir Boss taught me how to ride it. I'll help you in the courtyard.
>> Can I spawn asleep?
>> It's me.
You're right, Jester. He's loose.
>> Yes. And we should probably find Sir Sakamore. He has the medallion.
>> Sir Sagamore.
>> A loyal subject, a Morgan Lefay.
>> Alas, he too is enchanted.
>> What will we do?
>> What is that lovely thing V has around thy neck sagore? That he the king's medallion and chain of office.
>> Possible.
>> Could not be.
>> But only sosars that >> I will prove it to you.
>> How?
>> Look, >> it looks like the Madan chain of office.
>> I do not lie.
>> Let me take it to my chambers. I want to study it more closely.
>> You have studied it long enough. Give it back.
>> Give it back. I said >> I will not keep it long. I have a fondness for a while without >> you are trying to trick me.
>> Nonsense. How can I trick a brilliant night like you?
>> I'm so sad.
>> Oh yeah. You want to both go fish?
>> I've got the dragon.
>> We must hurry. We must save King Arthur and Sherbos.
>> Yes.
COME BACK. I COMMAND IT. COME BACK.
>> This is an outrage. Be still. How dare you? I command you to be silent.
>> What are they going to do to a sweet white appear?
>> I'm afraid.
>> Hear me. The reign of King Arthur is over. I rule Camelot.
>> Never.
>> Oh, impossible. The Knights of the Rock table will save us. Sir will not desert us.
>> The knights have left the castle unprotected.
>> King Arthur and Sir Boss are no more.
YOU ARE MY PRISONER, GUENEAVIR. You will SPEND THE REST OF YOUR DAYS IN A CASTLE DUNGEON.
>> Light the smoke torch in THE CASTLE TOWER.
>> THOU ART a traitor.
>> Signal my troops to march.
>> Once great queen to a traitor treachery everywhere.
Oh, Arthur, my dear husband. I will never see him again.
>> I will destroy everything Sir Boss has created.
>> Can I help? Oh, please say yes.
>> Wait, listen.
>> What is it?
>> I know WHAT IT IS.
>> SPEAK, GIRL.
>> It's a motorcycle.
>> Another of Sir Boss's inventions. I've heard enough of Simple Chatter. TAKE THEM TO THE DUNGEON AND LOCK THEM IN.
>> YOU HEARD her majesty. Move. And when you're done, Sir Sagore, you may take that chicken to the barnyard.
>> I say move.
>> That's far enough. Sagamore.
>> So you escaped.
>> Thanks to the court gesture and Sandy, most of the people at the slave market saw my medallion and chain of office.
They overpowered the slayer traitors.
>> You idiot. You said nothing.
>> I knew you'd be upset.
>> It'll do YOU LITTLE GOOD.
>> MY troops will be here any moment.
>> Forget it, Queenie. The closer I got to the castle, the stronger the radio signal. I contacted Mr. Lancelot the other nights, they cut off your troops.
Your track.
>> Destroy him.
Here we go again.
>> Monster, stand still.
>> Monster, huh? Back to that old league.
Oh boy. What are you?
>> All right, Sagamore. You're ready for a monster kick.
>> Zos, victory is ours. The knights of the round table have defeated the forces of Morgan Lefay.
Oh, >> a curse on Camelot.
>> The enchantment has ended.
What did I eat?
Where am I?
>> Hot water and fresh linens for his wound.
>> Why? He needs a doctor.
>> This is a bad wound.
>> You made a lot of promises, King Arthur.
Don't forget any of them.
>> I WILL ABOLISH SLAVERY.
Do away with unfair taxes. Ensure nobody goes hungry. Build more schools and hospitals.
>> That's good for starters.
>> I can make him well. More tricks, magician. You >> can't my mist. I'm a skilled physician.
I will cure his problem.
>> You know what? Sure. Why not Merlin? No hard feelings.
>> Sleep Hank Morgan of Hartford, Connecticut, United States of America.
>> Sleep.
Sleep.
Merlin is putting a spell on Sos. He's right. It's not medicine. IT'S A SPELL.
>> OH, ARTHUR. STOP HIM. STOP HIM. IT'S A SPELL.
>> YES, IT IS. And it is finished. I have taken my revenge.
He will sleep for centuries and centuries.
That is the curse I'm put.
Centuries and centuries and centuries.
Oh. Oh, man. Hercules sure packs a wall. I got a score to settle with him.
>> Hey. Hey.
>> Yes, Mrs. Beny. There's someone I'd like you to meet. A new student who wants to work on stage crew. I knew I could count on you to be helpful.
>> Yeah, sure thing.
>> Come in here.
>> This is Hank Morgan. Hank, this is >> I know her name.
>> Have we met before?
>> No, but I know your name, Sandy.
>> Yes. That's amazing.
>> I bet you designed a motorcycle. Am I right?
>> Pink. How'd you know that? It's a long story, Mrs. Bendy, but if I told it to you, you wouldn't believe me.
Heat.
Heat.
Woo!
Let's go.
Heat.
HEAT.
HEAT. HEAT.
WOOHOO!
WOO!
YEAH.
All right.
Heat.
Heat. Start now.
>> Don't start out, Mr. Jacob. Don't start.
Thank you for coming out for tonight's performance. This is the saddest part of the show, >> which is the closing.
>> And it's also the time we get to recognize our seniors whose show it is our last on this stage with us.
>> And a senior and Alex is joining us.
This is always really hard because number one, I'm losing great actors and actresses, but I'm also losing people that we really care about that we've got to see grow up for many years often times. And obviously, first and foremost, the lead in this show this time IS DYLAN HERE.
NOW, YOU guys might not know this, but I've known Dylan since he was about this tall.
>> Oddly enough, just a couple years ago.
No, I'm not I'm not taller than you, though.
>> You might be. You might be. But we've known this we've known the Kramer family for a long time. It's also doubly sad because as Dylan graduates, Miss Kramer graduates from our program, too, which makes me doubly as sad, triply as sad.
We lose her. And uh where where's your Oh, right there. Right there in the front. I was like, the lights are blinding.
We're losing a whole family. And um we're so proud of how far you've come and everything.
Next, we have Merlin. Come on over here, Merlin.
>> Merlin, get over here.
>> Oliver Cornracks.
What can I say other than we'll miss you and good ridds? I mean, >> be gone.
>> Be gone now, dear.
>> You missed your queue. No.
We I'm so proud of how far, Oliver, you've come from when you first walked onto the stage with just a couple lines.
You have killed it tonight and you've done such a great job.
>> Our King Arthur Max Fagan is another senior.
>> I'm losing a lot of a lot of people this year. It's out there. I know. I know.
Max, you and your brother started here doing some shows when you were really little, too, weren't you?
>> Um, you were shorter than me at that time. That counts as little.
>> Don't correct me.
>> Watching you grow and watching you grow in skill to what you did today on the stage is absolutely amazing. You've grown so much and so proud of you.
Last is Lily.
>> What in the >> I don't know if there is a better Morgana that we could have cast for this. She did so wonderful. But Lily, it has been an honor to be with you through this time. Can we shake hands?
You know, life is always funny. You get to be with people sometimes for a short amount of time. But I'm telling you, the impact that we've had on your life, I would assume, and that you've had on both the shows and on our lives.
>> You can't measure that. And it lasts a lifetime. So, I'm so thankful that you've been here with us. You've done so, so good.
>> Thank you.
Not listed in the cast is Zayen in the back there. He's our sound guy. Zayen.
Come on, >> Zayen.
>> And once you see him, you'll see why he's in the back.
>> Come on. I shake my hand.
>> We We did not practice this.
>> We did not.
>> We did not. Jayen, really though, >> your growth, not only on this stage, but elsewhere, has impressed me the most out of anyone I've ever seen.
>> I I mean that genuinely.
getting getting to watch young actors and actresses take their steps into adulthood, but also into steps of deciding what they want to be and targeting a goal and working towards it is one of the greatest privileges that we have. More than the stage, more than the fun, watching someone be passionate about life and developing a love for their future is the greatest gift that we get to have. And for everyone here, younger, old, those graduating and not, that's what I love about this the most is that we get to college.
Now, Jacob may be done, but I did prepare a little bit of a speech.
>> Be ready.
Details. Details.
>> There's like six pages here.
>> We're going to be here forever.
>> First of all, to all the cast, thank you for making senior's last play amazing.
Seriously, guys, you wouldn't believe how close this show was for being a train wreck.
I I'm seeing >> you're not supposed to tell them that.
>> They didn't They didn't believe you till then.
>> But really, if it weren't for the people who helped pull this off, one of them being Jacob, the rest I'm about to call up. Just a second.
This wouldn't be what it was. So, with that being said, can Judy and Mrs. Kramer please come up to stage, who is also my mother.
So, as a thank you, not just from me or as from just the seniors, this is a thank you from the whole cast. We got you flowers, Jacob.
Jacob, here are yours.
>> Now I'm suspicious.
>> Take that as well.
>> And then come here, puppy.
>> Here yours. And due to the fact that Judy's allergic to the flowers, we did go out of our way to have somebody draw a picture of flowers on a frame.
We also got everybody in the cast to sign cars for each of you. Well, this is you. Judy, here's yours. Jacob, here's yours. Now, you might be wondering why I have this last one. This one is for Jeremy.
I know you don't like but he built this stage in two days.
So as thank YOU SO, thank you. All four of those cards were signed by each member of the cast.
Some of us may have wrote messages, >> but overall, thank you guys.
That is all I have. If any other seniors would like to say anything, >> I know you want I know your Z. I don't know if I can handle anymore. Now, last thing to do is to thank you guys for coming and for putting up with us and for coming and enjoying and supporting another wonderful show that they performed.
>> Thank you all.
Cedric.
>> Let's go.
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