Alicia, Jon James, Eel and all the children from Alps team were there, with the exception of Freya, of course. She was back at home with her leg in plaster surrounded by cards and flowers sent by the cast, crew and management of The Sound of Music. Josie and Chuck Daniels had just walked in together, looking rather pleased with themselves. Over a long lunch Chuck had announced that he was going to tour a new production of Dr Dolittle and that he wanted Josie to direct. Josie was thrilled. This was her big break; no more assistant directing for her. She was going to make her mark on the theatre world. She just hoped that animals were easier to direct and better behaved than children. The meeting began. “Of course, we’re dreadfully keen to offer Eel a contract,” said Jon. “Freya is going to be out of action for at least three months and we’ve agreed that she can come back into the show when she’s fully recovered. We’re booking right through to the end of next year and beyond.
