Feelin’ good

My school is in the midst of its Arts Festival – a week of workshops, competitions and performances which provides a huge tonic at this dreary time of year.  So last night I was lucky enough to watch the perfect counterbalance to Saturday’s flatness:  young people performing with enthusiasm, talent, energy, wit, good humour and friendliness. Continue reading

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No enchanted evening, but summer plans

Theatre in 2012 started with confirmation of my worst prejudices: an ex-West End South Pacific touring the provinces with a tediously competent production which lacked both energy and imagination.

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