Backstage – Anita Belli Books

So Many Sequels, So Little Time!

The themes and ideas for my books come from a number of experiences in my life, be it place, theme or character.

‘Stop Thinking and Just Do It!’

Isn’t it interesting how words echo back at us down the decades? They seem to come from a random source, triggered by some thought process we are unaware of.

Theatre Calls

“Ladies and Gentlemen, this is your half-hour call. 30 minutes please” The half-hour call, known as the half, is 35 minutes before curtain up (in the UK. I believe it is different on Broadway.) The next thirty minutes are a busy and thoughtful time on any show.

Where the Magic Happens

Behind the Scenes 1 There is something magical about Theatre. About the anticipation as the lights dim and silence decends. That expectant hush; the audience sitting in a charged space waiting for the lights and music, the performers and settings, to transport them into another world. Today, however, we are going behind the scenes toContinue reading “Where the Magic Happens”