As Brigitte’s performance begins, Lord Whitburn starts to stand up, thinks better of it, and sits down.<br/><br/>Though manners call for silence during a musical performance, there are outbursts of applause, cheers, and whistles during Brigitte’s act, followed by shushing noises and soft cries of “hush!” or “silence!”.<br/><br/>Brigitte's glance towards the women in the Silvershield box goes mostly unnoticed, save by a few alert onlookers. One of them appears to be Lady Alana herself. She smiles and mimics fanning herself with her hand, an act that elicits a ripple of laughter from those in the know.<br/><br/>Thunderous applause greets Brigitte's final bow. Henk Herrold is the first to spring to his feet, and his shouts of “Bravo!” ring through the auditorium. Like a human wave the crowd follows suit, until the only guests still sitting are Lord Whitburn, Lady Alana Silvershield, and her two elf guests.<br/><br/>Lady Alana rises, politely clapping. The two elves exchange an unreadable glance, and they too rise to their feet, applauding in the same manner as their host.<br/><br/>Lord Whitburn casts a scowl at the stage. “Oh, very well,” he is heard to mutter as he stands up and begins clapping with begrudging enthusiasm.<br/><br/>The applause continues well after Brigitte leaves the stage, and only dies down after Wallen Baird enters the spotlight and clears his throat several times.<br/><br/>“Ladies and gentlemen, if you please,” he says, motioning for them to stand down. He clears his throat again, and then again. “You are going to give me a case of the hacks. But as you can see, our rookies are no hacks. Tuesday Knight, remember the name! I guarantee you will hear it oft repeated in days to come. Be sure to sign up early for her next booking!”<br/><br/>There is further applause, and Wallen waits for it to diminish. “The night is not over yet, ladies and gentlemen, not by far. Allow me to present - our next rookie!”<br/><br/><hr/><br/><strong>DM's Notes</strong><br/>We're off to a good start. Thanks for posting first, Brittlby! A captivating performance, and even Tymora seems to be on your side, judging by your rolls. You have an event heading your way - will send a PM.<br/><br/><strong>Challenge:</strong>Keep Lord Whitburn in his seat! Requires three good performances (average score of 13 or higher) before two average performances.<br/><br/><em>1 out of 3 good performances, 0 out of 2 average performances</em><br/><br/>Next performer, please!