I’ve had a very sad month with the death of my dear friend and mentor Pennant Roberts. The funeral was last Friday and absolutely amazing, with many, many people telling me Pen gave them their first break… and of course I include myself in that number. Hundreds of people, old friends, tears and laughter and the sun shone.
The sun continues to shine, my neighbour’s garden puts mine to shame, and I am resolved to correct that by this time next year.
I have had a request to publish my autobiography… we are in discussion (Fantom Films)… but hope to time something for my 60th next year. Have also had an offer to do a new musical – wonders will never cease, which, after a short tour this year, is looking for a theatre in the West End for next spring. I’m nervous to say the least, but never one to shirk a challenge…
The Sunday Drama College is performing A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM, directed by me, at The Beacon on 24th and 25th July at 3.00pm. £5 on the door, no booking necessary, would be lovely to see you there. And on 1st August, Nigel Fairs, Suzanne Procter, Adam Rood and I perform in LOVE’S THE THING at The Lamb in Old Town, Eastbourne as a matinee. Tickets available from www.thelambtheatre.co.uk
Now then, can anyone find me an asses head?…