King Lear” really should have been presented in complete Act form; or perhaps at least a scene. The part where Lear is presented with the obvious comment that he was now old, but without having become wise, would have been perfect. Of course that would have been too much for the “fans” who might have fallen asleep at being exposed to so much serious literature. Apparently literature has a worse reputation than drugs, which are discussed here at length, whereas literature is passed over as something toxic. Legalise literature, one cries, or at the very least decriminalise it. We want to make your return as easy as possible, that’s why you can now return using InPost or Royal Mail.

Poetry may be for sound as well as meaning, and as such, attempts to “define” words here are silly. I Am the Walrus (“”No You’re Not,”” said little Nicola)” is a miraculous composition on every level. Théâtre at its best, the piece defies all convention. It is a masterpiece… the best “song” on the best album “The Magical Mystery Tour” our beloved Beatles ever recorded. It is my favourite… no beyond that, it is my preference. Let it go, people, and enjoy the sound. The words are splendid, full of delightful humour… and the music is funny, too.