Both of the meetings that were held in May were highly enjoyable. The first meeting was hosted by Chris Begg, focusing on character, presentation, performance, scripting and collaboration. Chris started off with a piece using the Dickens character Fagin. He explained the character, his reason for using it and how it was appropriate to the effect performed. He then set a challenge. Five groups of three were formed and they had to collaborate to come up with a scripted, rehearsed and performed piece based around the Invisible Deck. It had to be themed: Italian Mafia, Western Saloon, Pirate Ship, James Bond Movie or Haunted House. It had to include at least one named character and last around five minutes. Everyone did splendidly! Was some good stories and great performances. Chris congratulated everyone on their efforts.

The second meeting had the splendid title of Rings and Things and was hosted by Scott Clegg. Scott had previously emailed to say that the title covered all small objects, not just rings. Scott started things off with a nice demonstration of Dynamic Coins, followed by Garry showing us a beautiful set of linking rings that were owned (and more impressively, made) by Jock Scott. Garry used a different set of rings to show us a lovely three ring routine. As is customary, Scott invited us all to show something appropriate. We were not disappointed, seeing some really great effects, props and handlings. Ten p.m. soon came and went. Scott finished thigs off with a nice coin routine (Straight Outta Tarbel), then thanked everyone for taking part.

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Dave G