A Streetcar Named Desiree

Hi Barry,

I'm an IT guy by day but my first love has always been musical theatre. I'm still new at this and any advice you can give will be much appreciated.

I'm currently in the chorus of a local production of THE GLASS MENAGERIE. Also in the chorus is a girl called Desiree. We've been rehearsing for two weeks (opening night is still a week away) and I think I can confidently state that there are sparks between us.

My question is, should I ask her out during the run of the play or is that not kosher?

Gentleman Caller
Booragoon,
WESTERN AUSTRALIA



Dear Gentleman Caller,

Mind how you go young feller-me-lad! The enegies you and Desiree need to give 100% to every performance of MENAGERIE wil be sadly dissipated if you begin any dalliance with this fair maiden.

Sometimes you're doing 8 shows a week for six months and during those times you have to put romance and your libido on the back burner. The Theatre is a demnanding mistress, my friend, but she will reward your sacrifice ten-fold if you excercise a little restraint!

Seeing as you're in IT I'll leave you with a gag my pal Tim Allen tells. Like you, he's a bit of a geek. Here goes

"There are 10 kinds of people. Those who understand binary and those who don't."

Ha, I wish I got that! But it always makes eggheads laugh.

Till The Clouds Roll By,

Barry Bostwick