around the world with mr. punch

This is the view of our pitch from the side road opposite which leads to the Town Square where we had to pitch on Birdman Day (see posting of Sept 1st). The fact that we are clearly visible (and audible) to the shoppers and pedestrians there was a key factor in choosing our pitch. There aren't many people about at this end of the season and the Prom is chilly even though sunny. The 'bottle' contains only a tiny percentage of copper coins compared to the silver and upwards, however, so that's good. The last holiday makers are in a good mood and the shows are a pleasure to perform to them. The Pavillion Theatre on the pier hosted a Craft Market today where there was a nostalgia postcard stall. I bought a black and white one showing the audience of Prof Manley in the 1930s and also a colour card dated (I guess) somewhere between the 1950s and 1970s. Next weekend is official Pier Day and I think that will be our final seafront date of the season.