My friend Brian sent me these pix he took in San Francisco, of an old business sign recently revealed again after no doubt being invisible for decades. I felt an instant affinity, as you may imagine. My name, something that I love (hats), and very, very vintage. Wow!   Read more »

My friend Mary Clark is producing a new, original musical called “Under The Hawthorn Tree”, based on a best-selling Irish novel of the same name. And she is now in dire need of one male singer/actor! If you’re interested, or know someone who might be, do get in touch with her at cymbelina@shaw.ca . Here’s … Continue reading Local musical urgently needs male actor →   Read more »

I wanted to mention a great scene-study drop-in held weekly and currently managed by a couple of friends of mine. It’s strictly scene practice, cold reads from a stockpile of over 500 scenes (and growing) of every description. This Tuesday night (January 6) is their first evening of the new year. It’s a great opportunity to do some scene work, very inexpensive to attend, and a lot of fun with very low pressure and an encouraging crowd of all skill levels!   Read more »