Ok, we've had yet another change of cast.  and with less than 3 weeks to go before the performance, let's hope this is the last one.

I think this is the best one now.  The thing with performance, someone doesn't just have to be able to perform a role, sometimes, they have to be able to perform that role when they really don't "feel it" and when they have no energy, when confidence has dissapeared and when the fun has drained away into a sludge like feeling of dread.

In contrast to my previous thoughts on the matter, I am toying with the idea that it is sometimes kinder to allow someone to give up on something.  Giving up is ok.  In moderation.  And when you are working with groups, you have to consider the good of the group, as well as that of each individual.  And as director, I have to consider the good of me. 

Now no more changes of cast ok?