Today was the one day designated as a ‘free day’ on our schedule. After a very intense week I was looking forward to a bit of a break, and a sleep in. However, in the world that is ever changing, there was a change in the schedule. Half of the company were roistered on usher duty at The Globe in the late afternoon. I was part of that half. But, I was actually rather glad. I would be on usher duty for ‘Merry Wives’, and very much looking forward to seeing it again.

For the most part of the day I was out exploring London. Spending time in the Camden markets, and having lunch at Shakespeare’s Head.  It’s hard to avoid the Bard even on my day off.

At 5:30pm we were assembled at the Globe and being briefed on the way the night would work. I had never realised how serious it is be an Usher. I was partnered with a lovely woman who was telling me all about the fainters and the different dramas that go on during a performance. Very interesting. I think the record for the highest number of faints in a single performance is up in the 42s (or something close to it). People faint in the yard during the afternoon performances. However I very much enjoyed seeing the ‘Merry Wives of Windsor’ for a second time. Just as hilarious as the first.