Mark Kilsby Interest and work in theatre, Part 6 of 6 - Manawatu Conversations

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Description: Part 6 of 6. Mark Kilsby recalls unusual theatre experiences and roles.
He acted in two different plays on the same evening.
He raced between theatres and changed costumes quickly.
One role was a hairy godmother, another a psychiatrist.
A delayed performance nearly disrupted both productions.
He remembers a favourite review that poked fun at him.
At one stage he appeared in six plays in a year.
Theatre demanded rehearsals almost every day of the week.
He found acting a valuable escape from work pressures.
Memorable costumes included playing the clock in Cogsworth.
He believes theatre builds understanding of many lives.
Audience reactions are a vital part of live theatre.