Theatre Visit

Thursday, 3rd October

Went round to Jean’s to discuss theatre visits. She always makes our morning tea/coffee so special. with cups and saucers and lovely napkins and most all her home baking, Gardener here in afternoon, so everything looking much tidier.

Thoroughly enjoyed “The Importance of being Earnest”, though we all agreed that Penelope Keith was a big disappointment. She didn’t come across as the imposing character we all expect Lady Bracknell to be. In fact, we could hardly hear her voice. I’ve spoken to others who were there and they said the same. The younger characters were much better and of course the costumes and sets were excellent..

Friday, 4th October.

Usual shopping and hairdresser’s. Jean D’Arcy arrived in afternoon. So nice to see her. She was at Preston Lodge making arrangements for the prelim invigilations. I promised if she was stuck any time I would come up, thought I’m glad I don’t do it now on a regular basis. Sandra phone to ask me over for wine/ coffee/ tea. It was lovely sitting on her garden patio and she’s gradually putting her stamp on the house, with her books, plants etc.

Choir practice at night. New member, Jane, arrived. A newcomer to Prestonpans and an experienced contralto. It made a difference having harmony again.