william, thanks again. My word, I am learning a lot! As to having a nip or two before the show, I learned some time ago that the two don't really mix. Although I did enjoy being Pickering in My Fair Lady last year when, thanks to a beneficent props lady who went a bit overboard on the realism, I got to drink a glass of port during one scene! I don't think the director realised. The current show is The Gondoliers, in mid-season right now. Most enjoyable, even though quite sober!

Regards,

sakezuki lusy san (dear me, that has a nice ring to it!)