[OPEN] Give me that thing I love (I'll turn the lights out)

[mettatonvevo]

Who: Mettaton and YOU!
Where: The Performing Arts Theater
When: Slightly backdated to the evening of May 31st but through early June 1st
Rating: PG-13!
Summary: It’s Mettaton’s One Year Anniversary Concert! Come on in and celebrate with him!
The Story:

It’s been a strange year for Wonderland’s favorite celebrity. He’s made friends and enemies, he’s seen things both strange and hauntingly beautiful and he’s had many laughs to fill his time. He never imagined he’d be here for an entire year but it seems his contract with this place isn’t expiring anytime soon.

So what better way to celebrate an anniversary than with a performance?

During the day on May 31st posters pop up all over the mansion, on pillars and walls and light fixtures and also some rose bushes in the gardens because of course. They all have one thing in common: beautiful gold typography advertising-

MTT’S GRAND ONE YEAR WONDERLAND ANNIVERSARY! COME ONE, COME ALL, TO ANOTHER SPECTACULAR MTT-BRAND CONCERT!

CELEBRATE A FANTASTIC YEAR WITH YOURS TRULY! DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY WITH QUALITY ENTERTAINMENT! TAKE A BREAK FROM THE MUNDANE TO SPEND A NIGHT SURROUNDED BY GLAMOUR! PARTY WITH YOUR FRIENDS AND GET AWAY FROM IT ALL!

FOOD AND DRINK WILL BE PROVIDED, AS ALWAYS! PEOPLE OF ALL AGES AND SPECIES ARE WELCOME!

8PM TO 1AM! SEE YOU THERE! <3

The theater is ready and waiting for your entrance! Won’t you come in~?

((ooc: as always with these concerts of his, this is an open post but also a mingle! Feel free to make your own top levels under the prompts provided or create your own! Thanks for having me, Wonderland! Also, in the playlist which is linked in one of the comments below some of the tracks are greyed out; alas I couldn't fix that but there are links to the videos in the playlist itself so you can still listen to those individually!))

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SET UP - OTA

[mettatonvevo]

[Wonderland does a lot to accommodate its residents, but it can’t physically hang up decorations nor set food tables in the exact fashion you want it set. At least, if it can, Mettaton isn’t satisfied with letting it do it all on its own. Anyone who shows up early will find the robot busy with preparations and cleaning up anything left over from his last concert. If you lend a hand, he’d certainly be grateful! Though any company during preparations he makes would make the star glad.]

[naughty_nurse]

[Mikan headed there early, paranoid that by waiting she'd miss it entirely. Ah, but he's setting up... Is it rude to interrupt? ... Oh, wait, maybe...]

Um... C-Can I help?

[mettatonvevo]

[Mettaton for once is caught off guard, jumping a little at the sound of Mikan's voice. He turns around and when he sees her smiles a warm smile.]

Mikan! Gracious, you're here early aren't you?

[He gestures to a bucket of streamers sitting on the floor nearby.]

That's sweet of you to offer! You most certainly can. Would you like to help me hang those us?

[rlynotfeelinup2itrnsorry]

Napstablook doesn't try to creep up on their cousin, but being as quiet as they are, floating through the wall of the theater and up behind him as he's hanging a glittering crystal star from the rafters. They float up right behind him, looking over his shoulder at the piece.

"that's really pretty...." they say without warning.

[mettatonvevo]

They don't mean to creep up on him, but instantly Mettaton startles, the back side of a fist punching out behind him in a knee-jerk reaction. He twists on the catwalk he was balanced on and hanging the crystals from to see Napstablook floating behind him, surprised.

"Blooky! Oh darling, I'm so sorry, I didn't see you the-"

In the middle of his words he takes an unaware step, his heel slipping off the side and he flips over the side of the small railing, just catching himself on the edge as he dangles over the side.

"AHHH! AH! OH GOODNESS!"

It's gonna take him a moment to get his wits about him.

PERFORMANCE - PART 1

[mettatonvevo]

[Right when 8 o’clock hits the lights dim in the theater at large and Mettaton steps out onto the stage. The stage lights swivel to put him in the spot light, where he stands looking incredibly handsome in his rose-embroidered suit and high heels. He grins at the audience and raises a diamond-encrusted microphone to his mouth to speak.]

Hello beauties and gentlebeauties and welcome to my one year Wonderversary concert! I’m glad to see you all here!

[He steps closer to the edge of the stage, the slowly changing colors of the spotlights following him as he goes.]

It’s been quite the year for me, folks! Wonderland is quite apt at keeping a Monster on his toes with its events and surprises and while it has been fun, it has also been quite harrowing.

[The number of times he has nearly died (or, in some notable cases, has) are too many for his taste. But this isn’t the time for that. He gives everyone seated or standing a warm look as he continues to talk.]

All the same, I am glad to still be with you. Even as each day passes and hopes of escape begin to grow thin, I want you all to take heart! All things must come to an end eventually, and we will all see our homes and loved ones again someday. On that note, however, I would be bereft to not mention how dear this place, despite its inclination for kidnapping, has become for me! There are those of you out there that I would never have known had I not come here and been here for so long, and it is with a full heart that I say thank you. Thank you for all that you have said and done for me. This mansion would feel quite empty if not for you brilliant, vibrant people. Perhaps there is some sense to Wonderland’s insistence on not letting us go!

[He chuckles a bit as the fog machines he set up on the sides of the stage begin to pump. The wispy smoke wraps its way around his heels.]

So here is to you, Wonderland! So here is to me! So here is to all of us, past and present and future! Let’s party!

[He steps back fully to the stage and music blasts out of the speakers. He’s got a long set planned, everyone, so buckle in for some fun!]

INTERMISSION - OTA

[mettatonvevo]

[He’s been dancing and singing for awhile and while he could go all night, he knows that other people might need a break. So after a few songs and wild dance routines Mettaton walks off stage and the lights in the theater come up. Oddly enough the star himself doesn’t come out to mingle like he has in past concerts, though anyone looking to the stage can catch sight of him sometimes through the curtains and backstage, setting up the rest of his outfits for his performance and talking to someone that doesn’t seem to be physically there…

But who cares about that, right? There’s food and drink and friends to be had! It’s the perfect time to talk about what you have just seen and what is coming next.]

[fulllifeconsequences]

[Oh. Hm. Mettaton does not seem to be among his fans tonight. Perhaps the backstage preparations are proving extra taxing. Perhaps he could use a hand. What sort of pyrotechnic-in-training would they be if they didn't offer to make themself useful in the wings?

Their arms are laden down with a bouquet of flowers. Don't know if he's as invested in them as they are - aren't flowers for girls? - but there didn't seem to be a more appropriate gift to offer a star on the night of his grand performance. Clusters of arbor vitae and sweet alyssum. Chrysanthemums placed in the center, their round fluffy blooms central and eye-catching. A single, striking brace of gladiolus among them. Maybe not the most showy collection, but one they hope still appeals.]

Mettaton?

[They call loudly, as they definitely-don't-trespass backstage.]

You're not wearing yourself out juggling costumes and setpieces, I hope.

[mettatonvevo]

[As Chara definitely-doesn't-trespass backstage, Mettaton has been spinning around, checking the sound levels on his speakers and the positioning of his costumes and practicing a quick dance move. He looks to a mirror placed on the wall backstage and laughs at what he sees there, twirling a bit in one of his sparkling ballgowns.]

Mm, darling, you know us; there's no such thing as too extravagant! I just wonder if it matches the theme of the next song, you know?

[He pauses when he hears a familiar voice coming towards him. He grabs the mirror and shoves it behind one of his setpieces quickly, positioning himself so that when Chara finds him, he looks as natural as possible in front of one of his costume racks set up back there.]

Chara! You came! How wonderful!

[He turns around, his smile spanning from ear to ear.]

Are those for me?

[He knows they are. But it's always polite to ask first!]

[determinedest]

[His set is long, and they don't recognize all of it, but it's...good. It's vast and varied, and some of the lyrics hit a little close to home - or it would, if they had one, ha ha. They've got this feeling that they're losing you too, Mettaton.

Which is why they take the time to slip backstage in search of their favorite star. And pick up, as they do, the sound of a voice, low and sonorous - definitely Mettaton's.

But then he pauses to allow someone else to speak, and that other person never does. Something in their stomach turns to ice.

But they advance, regardless. They've been afraid before. They just don't like the feeling of being afraid - of him.]

Mettaton?

[mettatonvevo]

[He's been putting together things for the next part of the concert and been having quite a fun time doing it. Yes, he could have prepared more at the beginning and therefore would have been free to mingle amongst the audience during the intermission but honestly it's a good excuse to touch base with the guest of honor.

Said guest has been raving for the past five minutes about how lovely the first half had been and Mettaton soaks up the praise like a sponge. He goes to respond to something else when he hears someone call his name and in an instant he's shoved clothes and props in front of the mirror's place on the wall to block it from sight.

He turns towards the voice and calls back.]

Yes~? Frisk, is that you?

[fancylad]

[When Mettaton said he was a celebrity, Angus didn't realize he meant all this! He's been to concerts, sure, but they were all sober affairs, things his parents brought him to on the rare occasion he got to accompany them. The kind of concert where high society types would mingle with other similarly important people and sit and watch a performance quietly. Angus didn't much like those, but since he had met the person performing tonight, he thought he must go to support him -- and he was completely blown away.

There's so much excitement and dancing, and the songs are unlike any Angus has heard before! When it comes time for intermission, Angus decides he has to find Mettaton and tell him how impressed he is, but he's proving to be difficult to pin down...

Angus hovers around the stage, peeking around to try and catch sight of Mettaton. He finally just sneaks backstage and looks around, voice small when he calls out for the man of the hour.]

Sir? Mr. Mettaton? Hello?

[He thinks he can hear Mettaton's voice, talking to someone...]

[mettatonvevo]

[Angus is correct in what he thinks. Mettaton poses while wearing a long black cloak in front of a mirror set up to the side of the stage, giving it a perfect view of the goings on there. He shoots it a smirk as writing sprawls across its surface.]

What kind of fool WOULDN'T wear five inch heels for a heavy dance number???

[He laughs at the response he gets and goes to say something else when he pauses and listens. Is someone calling him? He turns towards the sound.]

Is someone there?

[Before he hears an answer, he throws his cloak haphazardly over the mirror. If he has time, he'll shove it towards the wall to make it less conspicuous, but this will do for now.]

Performance - Part 2

[mettatonvevo]

[The lights in the theater flash three times and that’s the cue to either re-take your seat or set yourself up on the dance floor. Mettaton steps out once more, this time dressed distinctly more rock and roll than before. He holds up that favored microphone again.]

All right darlings, are you rested up from that intermission? You should be, because I expect to see you all out here on the dance floor at least once! Shake the bad news out of your bodies and embrace the pulse of the music as your own! As for those of you who don’t have hearts and therefore don’t have a pulse, you’re not exempt from having a fabulous time! Clap! Sing along! Let’s bring the roof down!

[The music roars to life as Mettaton lets out a loud and wild laugh, spinning into his next routine and song.]

END OF CONCERT - OTA

[mettatonvevo]

[The final note of Mettaton’s last song cuts out and he gives a lavish bow. The lights in the theater come up and Mettaton steps back delicately, letting the curtains close in front of him. It takes a few minutes but in time he’s out amongst the crowd, saying hello and checking in with anyone in the audience. There is still plenty of refreshments at your disposal and he’s certainly not going to kick you out if you linger afterwards talking to friends or just to enjoy the atmosphere.

In due time of course Mettaton will begin to clean up the theater and anyone still around at this point is welcome to join him as he sweeps away streamers and confetti and glitter that is all over the dance floor and seats.]

[theothermrgray]

[Of course Dorian isn't going to miss out on this! The last concert was wonderful (In spite of the whole sudden-vampire-and-werewolf issue) so why not visit this one as well?]

[As usual, his attire is a bit outdated, but he's starting to add his own flair to the Victorian garments. Not that fashion ever stopped him from interacting with the singing robot.]

Bravo, my friend, bravo! I told you celebrating was a good idea.

[mettatonvevo]

[Maybe it's because he's gotten to know the man better, or perhaps his own tastes have been changing, but as of late Dorian's fashions have grown in how handsome and charming they are. Mettaton looks over at Dorian's words and beams.]

Dorian, dear, you came! I'm so glad. You were absolutely right; this night has made me feel better than I have in ages!

fuck me up

[punful]

[Sans has been here for most of the concert. He showed up late, since he really wasn't sure he wanted to go at all, but...he kind of owes it to Mettaton after he rescued his dumb coccyx. Yet again. Even if that just means showing up. He sure wasn't looking to actually talk to anyone or interact with anything other than the refreshment table. He's been hanging by the back wall the whole time. He even took a nap during the intermission.]

[But, whatever. It was a good show. He's glad Mettaton is doing well. Can't believe it's been a year.]

[He'll leave once he has the energy to get up. He's just, uh. Real tired right now.]

[pleasereset]

[It's hard to ignore all the posters. And while two days isn't really enough time for Asriel to sort everything out about where he is and what's going on, he's venturing out a little more. He's at least had a little bit of time to calm down.

While he isn't at risk of turning back into a flower anymore (it would've happened by now? And Chara said it wouldn't...), he still feels out of place. That's... probably normal, right? He's not supposed to be here.

It takes a little while for him to find where the theater actually is, but once he catches the sounds of music playing, he decides to check it out. He can do this.

He can mingle.

Well, the mingling part ends up being more of a small goat just kind of wandering to a seat and looking around awkwardly. Halfway through the concert he starts to wonder if it's a bad idea to do this. It's not like he can just dive back in and act like he never died or became a soulless, murderous abomination for a while. But at some point, he forgets about getting up and leaving and ends up just ends up watching the concert.

As the concert ends though, it takes him a few minutes to get up and start to leave. If anyone talks to him, he'll turn around - a little startled - with a mouthful of chips.]

[mr_englishguy]

[After the talks they've had about Mettaton's performances, Newt wouldn't miss this for the world. Showing up early enough to be near the front, and even taking time to actually dance a bit even if he is very bad at it.

After the curtain falls and the lights come up, Newt stays around to talk to Mettaton and definitely puts himself into helping with the clean up as well.]

[drummeintheface]

[Greg is standing up in his chair and clapping at Mettaton when he comes by. He's not sure he understood a lot of the performance, but it was really flashy and cool and he hasn't been to that many concerts, so he definitely had a good time.]

Good job! Bravo! Bravo! That was really cool!

END OF CONCERT - OTA

[romsapience]

[Turing is blown away by Mettaton's concert. It was incredibly well done and the dances were so cool and the songs he picked out were top notch and they could go on and on! It was no wonder how he was a TV star back in his world! They simply had to go and tell him.

So, when they notice Mettaton, they rush up to him enthusiastically.]

Mettaton! That was absolutely incredible! I could tell from your moves how passionate you are for these sorts of things.

[readytocomply]

[Bucky comes and stays for the whole show. In the back, like before, but more towards the center than usual. The best seat he could find without compromising his exits. He waits for Mettaton's fans to disperse, the crowd slimming down considerably, and he closes and stacks up chairs while he waits for that to happen.

When he sees Mettaton is alone, he approaches, smiling.]

That was amazing, Metta.

[He scoops up Mini, who he'd kept an eye on during the concert and was near his feet, and lifts him up so Mettaton can take him. Obviously, he wants his dad. Bucky's a paltry replacement.]

He was well behaved. Didn't cause any trouble.

[idolings]

[While she hasn't had the chance to meet him, Sayaka's heard about Mettaton from both Mikan and Alphys. Ever since she's learned about Mettaton, she has always wanted to meet him.

Throughout the entire concert, Sayaka watched him in complete and total awe by his performance skills. It was one of the most fun and entertaining concerts she's ever seen. Being a performer herself, it also gave her inspiration. The confidence he had in himself to perform alone on stage was motivational.

When it's all over, she decided to wait around to congratulate him on a job well done. She made it her personal mission to talk to him and now was finally a great opportunity to strike up a conversation with a fellow idol. As she was in the middle of helping out with the cleaning, she happens to spot him and she immediately runs up to him.]

That was lovely! Your whole performance was simply breath taking and I could not stop watching. I'm impressed with both your singing and dancing skills. The way you hit all those notes on key was fabulous.

[doorkey]

[ Well... despite her best standing ovation and hollering and a rather ineffective attempt at whistle, it appears the encore can't quite go on forever-

But this was entertaining show! Maybe she liked the Halloween show only the slightest bit more, but that had everything to do with the holiday and not any kind of decline in her robot friend's wildly glamourous talent and stage presence.

When Mettaton finally emerges, Coraline waits on exciteable tiptoe, trying to be patient for the first wave of concertgoers to take their turn saying their congratulations before coming forward with a bright grin. She's tucked a few spirals of the shimmery streamers in her barette, to look extra festive. ]

You're always so amazing! [ She twirls, hands outstretched and then clasping together gleefully ] Great job! Next time I wanna be a backup dancer!