30 years ago yesterday an event to raise money for homelessness and hunger took place. Hands Across America was an ambitious attempt to form a human chain across the country.

Midsummer- As we begin Act 5, Theseus and Hippolyta are deciding which entertainment to choose for their wedding feast. Theseus wants to see the Rustics’ performance of Pyramus and Thisbe, against Philostrate’s advice. Let’s pause and see the Pyramus and Thisbe play performed by The Beatles. Yes, The Beatles performed this skit from Midsummer. Very strange.