Laid-Back Summer

My plans for August have shifted so often over the past few months. At one time I looked likely to be deep in rehearsal, before unfortunately the production was pulled. Other possibilities came and went, before in the end it became a rather welcome summer break, catching up socially with friends with the odd spot of freelancing. I saw my first couple of live shows, witnessing NYMT’s The Hunchback of Notre Dame at Manchester Cathedral (albeit from within the orchestra due to being there in an assessment role) - a glorious sound from singers and musicians alike - and Heathers at Liverpool Empire as the new UK Tour of this production gets going. I think everyone has had a similar overwhelming experience stepping back into our main proscenium arch theatres, with audiences bustling about and the band warming up. If you know, you know, and if you are yet to make a return to see a show… you’ll see what I mean when you do!

September will see my finally emerge, blinking, from my summer recess, as I start preparations for a busy autumn. Music needs practising, projects continue to build and the diary slots into place. Still some “I”s to dot and “T”s to cross, but looking forward to what’s ahead!