Dear Mr. Hayford,
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I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for attending and reviewing Gigantic Productions’ premiere of Charlie’s Good Time Gospel Hour [June 14]. However, I feel it is important to point out that it was Michael Dowd, not myself, who performed the part of Charlie (as stated in your review). While I did appear onstage to give the preshow welcome to the audience, I cannot take credit for being “nothing short of riveting.”
As an actor myself, I am always a bit disheartened when another actor is credited with my performance, good or bad. A performer’s triumphs and mistakes are right there on the stage for the world to see; they are very personal, and should never be foisted off on another. As a writer, I’m sure you understand this. If the words you spent hours crafting were attributed to another critic (Jack Helbig for instance), you might feel a bit put out, and as qualified as Mr. Helbig is, it would still be unfair to both of you.
Director
