Actually, probably not, alas. I would love to get a video of it, but it's an Actors Equity union showcase, and in general Equity prohibits video recording of showcase events (which, in principle, are supposed to involve Union members only in a promotional way - it's one of those cases in which the Union rules, while well-meant, don't quite fit the needs of the workforce).

Monty Python had female characters down way before KIDS! :P Of course I adore both but let's give credit where credit is due.

Side note, whenever I've seen productions of Sweeney Todd (never live always taped) the kid is always played by a woman which I think goes back a long ways as well.

The rule is there because, as anyone who works in the arts will know, people will go to any lengths to not pay artists. So Equity refuses to allow its members to appear without being paid. The problem with that is that in big cities, there are lots of legit productions, like these ones, that some actors will really want to do, for the experience, or the publicity, or the chance to work in particular times and places (these shows, performed for free in Riverside Park, are a joy to be in, even though there are none of the union-mandated facilities like green rooms, bathrooms on premises, places for actors to rest between scenes, etc. - it's a park. And since they are free and only marginally supported by donations, there is no chance of paying the cast). So cities have what's called a Showcase Waiver, which allows members of the union - and I'm not one - to perform in productions that otherwise would not be permitted under Union rules. There are several restrictions that come along with this, and one of them is the no-filming thing.
All of the original female roles in Shakespeare were performed by men; women were not allowed to perform in companies with a royal charter. Think of it as an even sillier set of Union Rules.

Bracknell is traditionally not a male role, but she's one of Wilde's great creations.

I'm finally getting to try out my FiiO X5 digital audio player today, after spending most of last night filling it with music. The sound is fantastic, and I'm pretty much in headphone heaven today.

What made me happy today?

Easter!

Agreed! I never thought I'd get out of that fucking cave! :D

Amen.

Stacking.

That smile

a bit of sun

Being able to help out someone one the forums.

I try to become a "Happy Human" and enjoy my life. So most of times I'm happy and some things make me happier.

Today: I heard good news about my nephew and my niece. :) I love my family.

Admin Cat laying on a pile of receipts next to the laptop, being "helpful".

Screw it - it's Friday, I put in a lot of hours this week, and paperwork will always be here to deal with. Gonna have me some kitty time.