Madam, - I am currently helping to research a history of the "fit-ups", sometimes referred to as "spots", "road shows" or simply "travelling shows" - those travelling theatres which toured Ireland in the early half of the 20th century and which seemed to reach their apex during the 1940s. I would be grateful for any of your readers' memories of these shows, no matter how short.
I would be particularly grateful for any memories or anecdotes concerning actors/actresses who were "in the business" including Vic Loving, Chic Kay, Mae Mack, Pat Lindsay, George Daniels, and Frank Macari or of shows such as Vic Loving and her Show, the Creagh Brothers, the Glow Worms, the Bracey Daniels Cine Variety Show, the Midas Stars, O'Sullivan's Bazaar, the Happy Players or similar shows. All letters will be gratefully acknowledged.
- Yours, etc,
Dr MICHAEL HAYES, 28 Glenside, Annacotty, Limerick.