Richard Skipper is a one-of-a-kind theatre impresario. His knowledge of the 50-year history of Hello Dolly is – to say the least – staggering. He is passionate and charming. He was able to transform everything I recounted in our hour-long phone interview into a wonderful and nostalgic journey for me and the actors that I worked with in 2004.The blog was flattering and thrilling and made me proud. I truly look forward to his book publication when Dolly turns 50 in 2014. Richard was a stranger to me and now, I am pleased to say, he is a friend and colleague! Bravo Richard for all your remarkable work!