Sophia Mosley, theatre manager writes for the Herald.

Incoming. Or to be more precise, incomers. Apparently I am one, but having led a bit of a bohemian life, and not in the romantic, glamourous, gypsy Rose Lee way, although it’s fair to say my hair does on occasion have a bit of a wild look about it; no, more of the ‘dad thinks the grass is greener’ way. I’ve been an incomer my whole life, but I like to think it gives me a better perspective on things, and people; and no one can place my accent.

But it could also explain my fascination for all things weird and wonderful which is maybe why I ended up working in theatre, and why I am curious about the story of Mary Shelley (author of Frankenstein), and how she got hold of her errant husband’s heart so it could be buried next to her. But then Percy, other than being a philanderer, was also a bit of a wanderer, so I’m thinking it’s maybe a common trait with those who live by their words and wits.

Talking of Frankenstein, theatre, and wild hair, you know how you think you know what you look like? When you look in the mirror and think to yourself, I look hot, or in my case, jeeze you look like death warmed up. But either way, you think you know what you look like. Turns out what you see isn’t what others see, and when I was given a hand painted picture of what one of our lovely customers thought I looked like, I was well chuffed. There’s definitely a bit of the Rose Lee there, and not a hint of the coal sacks under my eyes and worry wrinkles (same as laughter lines but less funny). We frequently receive unique gifts like that from our wonderful customers and supporters; it’s what sets us apart from the rest.

But what else has been going on, I hear you ask? Well, I can tell you, it’s been a busy old time with the new website and new ticketing system. And one of the best parts is our all new shiny membership scheme that gives members a discount. Mahoosive thank you to Justin for sorting this out.  

Have you seen our stage? It’s one of our biggest assets, and everyone who performs on it remarks on its girth, and now it’s been painted by two of our fabulous volunteers, it looks even more impressive.    

Henry Normal and Nigel Planer were the first to perform on its freshly painted surface. I was very flattered when Henry recalled his last visit to the Gateway which was a couple of years ago. I like to think he remembered me personally. Though given I don’t look like what I think I look like, maybe he thought I was someone else entirely.