It's good to know that something new can still happen. I went to see Thea Gilmore at Harrogate Theatre and the fire alarm went off necessitating the evacuation of the audience. It was all rather low key; the lowering of the safety curtain in particular being pretty unimpressive. Which can't be said for Ms Gilmore who was very good; what a voice. Highlights included excellent versions of songs as diverse as 'Sweet Child of Mine' from Guns n Roses and 'Summertime' from Porgy and Bess, but there wasn't a duff moment. During the period spent outside we were even entertained to some impromptu tango music by her string section before returning inside - once the fire brigade had rushed around aimlessly for a while - for an extended encore.
I'm also pleased to be able to report that wargaming - at least that part of it that takes place in the legendary wargames room of James 'Olicanalad' Roach - has followed cricket in allowing players to challenge the umpire's decision. I have taken advantage of this and we await the third umpire to scrutinise the slow motion tv footage and consult Hawkeye, Snicko and Hot Spot.
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