Monthly Archives: April 2012

Nuts

Posted on April 26, 2012 by Ralph Oswick

There was a documentary on television recently about an armed hijack of a suburban bus in Rio. It included an extended sequence filmed from a helicopter showing the city’s astonishing topography. The camera swooped down onto luxurious gated communities and … Continue reading →

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Semi-retired

Posted on April 19, 2012 by Ralph Oswick

The Arts Council cuts came into operation for yours truly recently. Like several of my colleagues at Natural Theatre Company, I’m working one day less per week. By necessity, I am seeking alternative gainful employment, but until that comes to … Continue reading →

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Bath Comedy Festival

Posted on April 12, 2012 by Ralph Oswick

Widcombe was alive and kicking last week, with much of the Bath Comedy Festival taking place within its hallowed borders. Flags and temporary hoardings gave the place a touch of the Edinburgh Fringe, and local hostelries reported a welcome surge … Continue reading →

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Royal meetings

Posted on April 5, 2012 by Ralph Oswick

A colleague overheard the following Pinteresque exchange between two young men on the train recently. Expletives, of which there were many, omitted for family viewing. The pair were looking at a picture of the Queen. ‘Good old gel!’ ‘Yeah!’ ‘When … Continue reading →

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