Not the world’s best day of fest. Tomorrow will be better. Still.

Callum’s Will – I thought it was good. Strong acting. Strong storyline. Other people felt like it needed a second act.

Hear the music – lovely arias and vocal classics (from Lloyd-Webber to Ge Korsten). This was the first show. I’m hoping they decide to lose the mics – St Aiden’s Chapel is the perfect venue for Lana English’s powerful voice to really explore the space.

Shadow of Brell – Brell is known for intricate lyrics and a light touch, which is even more reason than usual to be annoyed with the shouting man.

Oh, and one show was sold out when we got to the door. Dinner at Hatters was lovely, though.

Raiders – If you’ve never been to Raiders, it’s really difficult to explain; if you have been, you know how awesome it always is. Missed Luke Ellenbogen in this one but still marvellous.

Race Card – Siv Ngesi knows his audience and he is pulling some big crowds – the ushers were brining in extra chairs. Well played.

Afternoon concert, Louis Armstrong and Friends – otherwise great concert ruined for me by an usher manhandling me out of the way as I tried to go into the venue and then a dull, uninspiring female soloist trying to sing one of my favourites, “I dreamed a dream”

John Ellis – Go see it. Really good show, in spite of small audience. Guitar, lyrics, politics, fun.