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Lynn and I both love all things British. Equus and Billy Elliot the Musical are two of our favorite latest Broadway imports.

Daniel Radcliffe and Richard Griffiths give mesmerizing and thoughtful performances in the play about a stable boy who blinds 6 horses. The superb Mr. Griffiths plays Dysart, the psychiatrist trying to uncover the secrets behind Alan Strang's (Mr. Radcliffe) actions. Dan has shed his Harry Potter image (as well as all his clothes in one pivotal scene) and should well be on his way to a successful acting career post HP.

Last Saturday, we caught one of the previews for the Olivier Award-winning musical version of the film Billy Elliot. Set in Northern England during the coalminers' strike in 1984, it is about a motherless boy who aspires to become a ballet dancer. It is an uplifting story of how he overcomes his family and community's objections and prejudices. The show had to be stopped several times during act one because of technical problems; director Stephen Daldry came out during intermission and told us we were all getting free tickets to see the show again. Set malfunctions aside, it was still a joy and inspiration to watch. The kids are unbelievably talented, led by its star, the amazing Kiril Kulish. ( two other boys alternate playing the lead) It'll make you laugh, cry, cheer. I look forward to seeing it again once it officially opens.