I've just seen the dress rehearsal - look out for the textback

I have just watched the dress rehearsal.

The opening performance is almost here (tomorrow at 2pm!) and everything seems to be in place. The dress rehearsal went very smoothly and the two actors have really got into their characters and are bringing David's script to life. As part of the dress rehearsal we also had the chance to see the textback in action. The textback comes after the performance and is an opportunity for the audience to ask the cast and stage manager questions about Begin/End and any issues that arose while they were watching the play. We threw some pretty tough questions at the team today (including asking how old they all were!) and they certainly rose to the occassion. So if you come and see the show don't be afraid to pitch the team your questions either with a text message or an old fashioned hand in the air.

Other high points for me were Paul Hithersay's stunning visuals of Limehouse at the start and end of the show - so look out for them and a very moving scene towards the end from actor Amy Costello.

Patrick Baldwin our photographer is in the building now so hopefully there will be some great production shots to share very soon.