This is what the theater has done, what the producer and tech director are still actively running from, and what I was expected to keep quiet and secret from the cast, crew, and public by the rest of the production team.
The Firebird Theatre
@thefirebirdtheatre.bsky.social
Former social media manager for a FFXIV Virtual Theater troupe Do yourself a favor, don't
Watching the Firebird Theatre pretend that everything is fine and business as usual as they're crumbling from the inside and there is public, documented ableism that they'll only publicly address in reaction and once their show run is over is actually physically revolting
I am so sorry to everyone. I thought I was helping promote accessibility in theater. I thought I was doing good. After the ableism I saw from those in charge, I wish all I genuinely believed before about this theater was true. It's not. And I'm sorry for misleading you all.
Apologies to all those looking forward to the showing tonight, there were emergency issues regarding our crew and we had to cancel our show this evening. We are still planning on our show tomorrow at the regular time, and we hope to see you all then!
I've been informed that people have already started lining up at the theatre for tonight's show. Guys it's just shy of 6 hours from now, I love the enthusiasm, but holy hell...
Another weekend means more shows! We're so excited to share FOUR more performances with our live audiences and streamers! People who com to our shows like to dress up mice, like they're going to live theater irl. This was my first theater glam from last year. Lemme see yours!
The Firebird Theatre promotes accessibility in stagecraft. But it's more than disability, like my case, it's location as well. For those who cannot get to NA data servers or wouldn't be awake during our performances, we have streams on youtube and twitch! www.twitch.tv/thefirebirdt...
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Twitch is the world
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"An absolutely stunning performance and a brilliant adaption!" "Truly Memorable!" "Irene stan 4 lyfe" (We love Irene) Thank you for such a whirlwind of an opening weekend! The energy from y'all was palpable in the best way. We have 7 more performances over the next two weekends, come join us!
"So important for accessibility!" "The creativity is astounding!" "If it were a cake. It'd be a delicious cake." Thank you for being such an incredible premiere-night audience! Tonight is our last performance for the weekend, but fear not! We're at it for the next 2 weekends!
Tight competition here on Bluesky Congratulations @bigeyedweirdo0.bsky.social! Please find Agatha Harkness for your prize!
The Firebird Theatre@thefirebirdtheatre.bsky.social · 2y agoI feel like doing a giveaway so lets go All you have to do is like and retweet the post QRT'd here! 1 entry per account per site Winner gets any orchestrion, barding, or housing trophy from any Endwalker EX! The giveaway ends opening night, 5/18, at 7PM EST
I feel like doing a giveaway so lets go All you have to do is like and retweet the post QRT'd here! 1 entry per account per site Winner gets any orchestrion, barding, or housing trophy from any Endwalker EX! The giveaway ends opening night, 5/18, at 7PM EST
The Firebird Theatre@thefirebirdtheatre.bsky.social · 2y agoThe Firebird Theater is excited to announce: 🔍Sherlock Holmes: A Scandal in Aldenard!🔍 We have 9 performances between 5/18 and 6/1, all conveniently before Dawntrail maintenance The theater is located at Aether-Faerie-Empyreum-Ward 6-Plot 60, it is advised you arrive early.
We had our final dress rehearsal tonight and had the privilege of sharing with so many wonderful people. Thank you all for allowing us to share the results of our hard work with you! Sherlock Holmes: A Scandal in Aldenard premieres tomorrow at 8:30 PM EST, arrive early, first come, first seated!
Wait was I supposed to dive deep into the theatre's own carrd to learn that the recording of A Starlight Story had been up on Youtube for MONTHS now? Sorry for the delay y'all, here's a link if you'd like to go back and enjoy A Starlight Story year round www.youtube.com/watch?v=p9re...
'A Starlight Story' Presented by The Firebird Theatre
The Firebird Theatre is proud to present 'A Starlight Story', based on 'A Christmas Carol' by Charles Dickens. To view the playbill, please join our discord at: discord.gg/x5bEtPvsTq Cast: Ebenezer Scrooge - Shift Solari Ghost of Starlight Past - Aleu Lyegha, Romarique de Durendaire Ghost of Starlight Present - Ti Wildcard Ghost of Starlight Future - C'kaxah Khanga Jacob Marley - Stanzek Rosyasch Bob Cratchit - Alexander Shay Emily Cratchit - Soso Charmin Tiny Tim - Scoot Patoot Fan - Azul Lauten Fred Holywell - A'htnamas Kel Child Scrooge - Amilee Duskwind Crew: Director - Amilee Duskwind Stage Manager - Ambrosia Bas-Scarlea Company Manager - Rhonwyn Gwynael Technical Director - Sasanasu Lalanasu Costume Designer - Romarique de Durendaire Special Effects Manager - Altari Arulaq Special Effects - Agatha Harkness Photographer - Yuri Valerunner Video Editor - Rook Practical House Manager - Petite Souris "Mouse" Head Usher - Timah'sae Zutso "Timeeh" Usher Team: Elvayne Tlin'orzza Lucia Starfell Ty Astral Stanzek Rosyasch Spoonman And finally, thank you to everyone who came out and watched in person, on twitch, or here on youtube. We appreciate each and every one of you!
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So... one thing you learn about our troupe defines "dress rehearsal" a bit... uniquely #FFXIV #VirtualTheater
I feel like doing a giveaway so lets go All you have to do is like and retweet the post QRT'd here! 1 entry per account per site Winner gets any orchestrion, barding, or housing trophy from any Endwalker EX! The giveaway ends opening night, 5/18, at 7PM EST
The Firebird Theatre@thefirebirdtheatre.bsky.social · 2y agoThe Firebird Theater is excited to announce: 🔍Sherlock Holmes: A Scandal in Aldenard!🔍 We have 9 performances between 5/18 and 6/1, all conveniently before Dawntrail maintenance The theater is located at Aether-Faerie-Empyreum-Ward 6-Plot 60, it is advised you arrive early.
Fun Fact: Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, author of Sherlock Holmes, was a staunch second-wave spiritualist. He was devout to the point where he destroyed his friendship with illusionist Harry Houdini and is a speculative culprit in the Piltdown Man hoax. He might be upset to know he's remembered for Holmes
The Firebird Theater is excited to announce: 🔍Sherlock Holmes: A Scandal in Aldenard!🔍 We have 9 performances between 5/18 and 6/1, all conveniently before Dawntrail maintenance The theater is located at Aether-Faerie-Empyreum-Ward 6-Plot 60, it is advised you arrive early.
To say that our cast, crew, and alum are celebrating the new privacy features is an understatement! We have been fortunate to not have this issue yet, but in the future, we look forward to being prepared for any malicious interruption to the show being dealt with quickly and quietly!
My favorite fun fact so far: When you see live theater and experience a show, your heartbeat and breathing sync with the rest of the audience No word on virtual theater yet, but I think lag plays a role Source: www.ucl.ac.uk/pals/news/20...
Saving a production fun fact for tomorrow because I don't want it to be seen as a joke
This easter, remember that the Hatchingtide event is based ENTIRELY on fever dreams involving archons and flying eggs, and more recently other things like goobues and tonberries.
Sooooooo I don't have the exact dates for Sherlock Holmes yet, but I know with absolute certainty this much: All performances will take place before the early release of Dawntrail. Like theatre? Looking for something to do before all the new content? Stay tuned, we should drop our dates soon!
How about we reverse that last *wolqotd* What plays, musicals, movies, whatever could you see translating to Eorzean media well? Or what would be most hilarious to see in the world of Hydaelyn in FFXIV?
Another fun fact! While Sherlock Holmes is well known, he's not the very first literary detective. He was inspired by C. Auguste Dupin, who made his first appearance in Edgar Allen Poe's "The Murders in the Rue Morgue" in 1841. This was before the term "detective" existed.
Get hype NA *FFXIV* folks, rehearsals have begun! Things will ramp up fast! I also found another Twinner joining the cast, we're officially best friends now~ * FFXIVVirtualTheater * FirebirdTheatre *
Happy belated Valentines, sorry for the silence, the crew is already hard at work to bring the next show to life! I'll keep y'all in the wider FFXIV community in the loop for everything Sherlock Holmes: A Scandal in Aldenard!
Happy Lunar New Year to all who celebrate! 🐉 May your Year of the Dragon be blessed with good fortune and prosperity 🐉
