Gemotions

The school play's rehearsal was usually fun. This time, the mood was different. Sophia, who was playing a main role, found her performance stiff. Her acting teacher, Ms. Grant, had started following her on Twitter, which was a surprise to her. She had a lot of posts about the play and her opinions about the other actors. Now, every line delivery felt scrutinized. She kept stumbling over her words, acutely aware of the teacher's presence in the back of the auditorium. The stage, once a space of freedom, now felt like a cage.