Your correspondent has indulged in a criticism (?) of The Dramatic Club in general, which reminds one very much of those following on the production of "The Lucky One." Objections to the choice of play, no matter what play is produced, have been put forward by some ardent spirit every year since the Club first presented a town production. I feel that your correspondent is merely following in the well-worn tradition of the 'Varsity rather than expressing any actual criticism. The choice or plays has ranged from light comedy, "The Young Idea," to tragicomedy, "The Dark Angel" and the thriller, "Rope." Surely nobody could accuse the Club of not having given the public plenty of variety in the choice of plays. In regard to the point raised that another type of play would have afforded more relaxation and created a happier atmosphere. I would point out that many people revel in tragedy.

It has been explained by your correspondent for the benefit of the uninformed that light comedy and farce do not lose greatly by being acted by inexperienced or amateur actors. It is a recognised fact in the world of the theatre that they are far better left to professionals, and good ones at that.

I would remind your correspondent that, in regard to "Hedda Gabler," which, by the way, is a. very good play, the old maxim applies, "a play worth doing at all is worth doing badly." The Dramatic Club has been very tardy in recognising the fact that there are some classical dramatists, and this year the Club's Committee has attempted to give one of the greatest of them, Ibsen, long overdue recognition.

I learn that the Club has a large and enthusiastic following in the 'Varsity, and regret I did not have the opportunity of welcoming them at the presentation of "The Ship." Possibly the mere fact that the chosen play was a tragedy kept them away; they were afraid that the ardour of their optimism might be damped.

The objection to the casting of the play is not valid. For each production, many students are tried, and in almost every case no student who has taken part in the first three-act production, has a part in the second. I would also remind your readers that there are still four one-act plays which have to be cast, and the Club would welcome new talent. In the readings, too, large numbers of students have opportunities of showing their capabilities.

In conclusion, I would say that many people have criticised the Dramatic Club on generalities, but few have attempted to assist it in putting into force concrete suggestions. The Club thanks you for your interest, and is happy to welcome one more interested student: to its large end enthusiastic following.