A SURPRISE BIRTHDAY PARTY

Lucy had been planning a surprise birthday party for her best friend, Alex, for weeks. She
meticulously organized every detail to make sure it would be a memorable celebration. On
the day of the party, she nervously awaited Alex's arrival.

When the doorbell rang, Lucy shouted, "Surprise!" Everyone jumped out from their hiding
places, and the room filled with laughter and cheers. Alex looked utterly shocked, but soon
a big smile spread across his face.

Lucy enthusiastically said, "Happy birthday, Alex! I hope you like the party."

Alex, still trying to take it all in, responded, "I can't believe you did all this for me! It's
amazing!"

The room was adorned with colorful decorations, and the table was filled with delicious
snacks and a huge birthday cake. The friends chatted and enjoyed the party games that
Lucy had planned.

As the evening progressed, Lucy handed Alex a beautifully wrapped gift. "I hope you like
it," she said with a hopeful tone.

Alex eagerly unwrapped the present and exclaimed, "Wow! This is exactly what I wanted!
How did you know?"

Lucy winked and replied, "I've known you for years, my friend. I pay attention to what
makes you happy."

The party continued with lively music, and everyone danced together. Alex, overwhelmed
with gratitude, turned to Lucy and said, "Thank you so much for the best birthday ever! You
really know how to throw a party!"
Lucy smiled, satisfied with the success of her surprise. The friends celebrated late into the
night, and as they said their goodbyes, Alex hugged Lucy tightly. "I'm so lucky to have a
friend like you," he said appreciatively.

And so, the surprise birthday party became a cherished memory for both Lucy and Alex,
filled with laughter, joy, and heartfelt moments.

Theater Play: "The Mysterious Mansion"

Characters:
Emily - a curious young woman
Professor Higgins - an eccentric scientist
Detective Parker - a clever investigator
Mr. Jenkins - the owner of the mysterious mansion
Ghostly Voice - a mysterious voice from the mansion

Scene 1: The Library

(Emily is reading a newspaper about a mysterious mansion. Professor Higgins enters.)

Professor Higgins: (excitedly) Emily! Have you heard about the mysterious mansion on
Elm Street?

Emily: (curiously) No, Professor. What's so mysterious about it?

Professor Higgins: (enthusiastically) It's said to be haunted! Mr. Jenkins, the owner, claims
he hears strange sounds every night.

Emily: (intrigued) Haunted, you say? We should investigate!

Scene 2: The Mansion's Entrance

(Emily and Professor Higgins arrive at the mansion. Detective Parker is already there.)

Detective Parker: (calmly) Good evening. I'm Detective Parker. Are you here to investigate
too?

Professor Higgins: (enthusiastically) Indeed! We're intrigued by the mysterious happenings

in this mansion.

Emily: (curiously) Mr. Jenkins, can you tell us more about the strange sounds?

Mr. Jenkins: (nervously) Every night, I hear creaking floors and a ghostly voice saying,
"Get out!"

Scene 3: The Investigation

(Emily, Professor Higgins, and Detective Parker explore the mansion.)

Emily: (whispering) This place gives me the creeps.

Professor Higgins: (bravely) We must find the source of these sounds. Let's split up and
search.

(They hear a ghostly voice.)

Ghostly Voice: (mysteriously) Leave this place!

Detective Parker: (analytically) That voice must be coming from somewhere specific. Let's
follow it!
Scene 4: The Discovery

(They follow the voice and discover a hidden room with a recording device.)

Emily: (surprised) It's a recording! Mr. Jenkins, did you set this up?

Mr. Jenkins: (sheepishly) Yes, I wanted to scare away intruders. I never thought it would
cause such a commotion.

Detective Parker: (amused) Well, mystery solved. No ghosts here, just a clever trick.

Scene 5: Resolution

(Back in the library.)

Emily: (gratefully) Thank you, Detective Parker, for helping us solve the mystery.

Detective Parker: (jovially) It was my pleasure. Just another day of solving peculiar cases.

Professor Higgins: (reflectively) And a lesson learned – not everything mysterious is

supernatural.

(They all laugh.)

The End