We didn’t attend the American-themed evening showing of Top Gun but admire the organisers for their initiative in running monthly film shows which raise funds for the running of the village hall.
On Saturday, we went to Cromer and attended the matinee performance of The Famous Cromer Pier Show, of particular interest as an old friend was in the cast. The show was entertaining and Harvey James (his stage name but to us he will always be our friend, Ade whom we have known since his early teens) stood out from a talented cast.
An appreciative crowd - the auditorium appeared to be almost full. The only thing free here was a souvenir programme as it was the last day of the season!
The last time we had seen him was 12 years ago at the same venue and we planned a quick coffee between performances but it was an even quicker meet than anyone wanted as he had woken that morning feeling very poorly, possibly with a bout of gastric flu and after a quick hug, when he hoped he hadn’t passed on his bug, he went off to lie down in his dressing room. He said he had been through the whole season without any health problems until this the final day! Watching him on stage one wouldn’t have known - a true pro!! The good news was that he will be back at the Pavilion Theatre on the Pier to perform in the Christmas Show and we hope to catch up at that time.
As we walked back along the pier, the waves thundered onto the shore and sent up spray between the boarded walk but at least it wasn’t raining as the forecast had predicted.
The little restaurant at the entrance to the pier was full but they also did take away fish and chips and close by, in a sheltered spot, chairs and one battered table served well for us. The meal was cooked to order and was delicious.
It has been a week of contrasts from the Norfolk Broads, a jazz supper, a film and a variety show - and all very enjoyable!
It sounds as though you are settling right back in to the local scene! Excellent!
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