No, Bradley. You like every girl. That is the girl that I like.
But, Paul. You never got to do anything about it.
Okay then. Well, this time, watch this. (He comes to see her) Hi, how are ya?
GOGirl on Beach #1
Excuse me?
Well, that went better than usual.
You gotta work on your technique, bro. I mean, watch me. Watch the master.
Hey. How are ya doing? You’re kinda good.
GOGirl on Beach #2
(speaking gibberish and slapping him with her book)
Boys, boys, boys, boys, boys! You want to know how it’s really done. Watch Rachel.
Yeah, you. You’re the world champion of flirting.
Yes, you are. Go on. Look around and tell us if there’s a boy you like. My boys, watch this and laugh.
Okay. First, she spots her victim.
(pointing to that boy) Well, he’s quite cute.
Then, she moves in for the kill.
The prey puts down his book.
He stretches unsuspectingly.
SamHi.
Sam
I’m Sam. You’re Rachel, aren’t you?
Yeah. How did you know that?
Sam
I’ve seen you around at the beach, and at the cafe.
Sam
Yeah. Listen. I was wondering. It’s my high school prom in a couple days, and I was wondering if you’d like to come with me.
Yeah. I’d love to. That would be great. Um, what should I wear?
Sam
Well, it’s quite formal, but I’m sure you’d look great in anything.
That’s outrageous! I’m glad I never behaved like that.
BJBradley and Jon
Me too.
Sam
Hey, aren’t you guys with the S Club 7?
Sam
I’ve seen you play at the beach and at the cafe.
Sam
Hey, listen. I was wondering. It’s my high school prom in a couple days, and I was wondering if you guys like to play a few songs.
Sam
I’m sure you guys look great in anything.
Sam
So, I’ll see you in a couple days.
BJBradley, Jon, Hannah and Paul
Yeah.
Sam
Hey.
Sam
The door was unlocked downstairs so I just let myself in.
But you’re early. 2 hours early.
Sam
Oh, I’m sorry. You’re not ready yet, are you?
No. But, that’s not the problem. I have something to tell you. I’m afraid I can’t go out with you tonight.
Sam
You’re not going?
No. Well, I am going, but… Well, it’s a long story, but basically I have to take Billy Walters.
Sam
Billy Walters?
I’m sorry. I really am, but so you don’t have to go alone. I’ve found an alternative date for you.
Sam
Oh, thanks, but no thanks. If I can’t go with you, then I’m just not gonna go at all.
Well, at least let me introduce you before you make up your mind. (to Jo, Tina and Hannah) Girls?
JTJo, Tina and Hannah
Hi, Sam.
Sam
Th-They are my date? All of them?
Sam
This is the happiest day of my life.
So, plan A: We sing at the prom. Mr. Walters loves us. We get a record contract which leads to… (opening her fan) worldwide domination.
Sorry. I, I, I wasn’t expecting. I’m a little nervous.
Um, Billy? Where’s your dad? Is he in the car or is he coming later?
Oh, yeah. My dad said to say he’s not coming because his books are full.
(to Rachel) Plan B, it all goes horribly wrong.
Do you not want to be my date anymore?
Of course I do. Come on. We’re gonna have a great time.
Sam
So, are you girls ready to go?
I really can’t believe that you’re taking Hannah, Tina and Jo to the prom.
Sam
I know. 3 dates. Well, this is gonna be the best evening ever.
Sam
So, why don’t you tell me about yourselves?
Sam
Whoa, whoa, whoa, guys! One at a time, okay? Why don’t we start with you, Jo?
All right. Um, but first of all, I’m a bit hot, so can you take my jacket?
Sam
Sure.
Yeah, and I’m a bit cold, so can you go and get mine?
Ugh! I don’t like that. Can you get me something else? Something orangey, but not orange juice or squash and nothing with bubbles.
Sam
Okay.
Ah. Get some other one of those, will ya? I’m parched.
Sam
Okay. I’ll be right back.
B1Bully #1
Hey. Thought you said you had a date, Mr. Geek.
B2Bully #2
Who’s your date, dork-o?
B1Bully #1
Where is she, Mr. Nerds Bill?
B1Bully #1
You’re his date?
Well, I had to fight a few other girls off first, but I finally got him in to notice me.
Hey, sir. Do you wanna dance?
Sam
Sure.
No. I don’t feel like dancing. Sam, let’s go outside.
No. I’m hungry. Why don’t we go and get some food?
No! He wants to dance! Don’t you, sir?
He doesn’t! He wants to go outside! Don’t you, sir?!
He doesn’t! He wants to go and get some food! Don’t you, Sam?!
Sam
Well, I…
B1Bully #1
Look at his geeky glasses.
B2Bully #2
And his stupid hair and square clothes.
I think your clothes are great and your hair is really sexy.
W-Wo-Would you like to dance with me?
B1Bully #1
(laughs) Look at the nerd dance!
B2Bully #2
Hey, Billy, you’re such a jerk!
What are you talking about? He’s a wicker dancer!
Yeah, I mean we all dance around, don’t we?
Yeah. It’s the latest thing.
I want chips. English chips. Not American chips.
And get me a sandwich, will you? Not from here. From the deli across the road.
And take my jacket and get me another drink!
Sam
All right. Okay.
And hurry up about it. We’re on stage in a minute.
Time when you are, isn’t it?
Sam
(sighs) What a nightmare.
Hey, Rachel! That was great.
Oh, listen. Um, there’s no easy way for me to say this, but, I think it’s time to move on.
I had a great time and everything but I don’t think we should date anymore.
What? You’re checking me?
Yeah. Sorry. I hope we can still be friends.
Sam
Hey.
Sam
How’s your evening?
Sam
Not great. Do you wanna dance?
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