Halfway

We are set to perform this show 341 times on the tour. That means, this evening in Birmingham, in the interval of our 171st show, we reach the halfway point. Smack dab in the middle. We’re on our 15th venue (of 31); we’ve seen three different countries, at least two different seasons (special mention to Edinburgh, where the season changes every hour): we’ve tried to accustom ourselves to as many different beds as possible; and I’ve tried not to get bored of microwaveable meals, often without success. By this evening, our show will have been seen by over 180,000 people.

Not surprisingly, we are tired. Dog tired. Fortunately, we have the warm reception of the Midlands audiences to raise our spirits; and, in addition, here's Ray Charles.