Love the ones you're with

      This compliment came from one of the most inspiring performers I have ever known. On October 25, 2025, this beautiful soul was taken from this world, and senselessly so. Louise ImMasche was a fellow performer and friend. While we did not know each other deeply, we held a genuine admiration for one another’s work. Louise inspired me more than nearly any artist I have encountered. They possessed a radiance that was both contagious and invigorating. It is rare to meet an artist who is not only extraordinarily talented but also entirely free of ego.The first time I saw Louise perform was in October 2024, when they took on the role of Dr. Frank-N-Furter in a production of The Rocky Horror Show. Anyone who knows me understands how much RHPC means to me. Louise’s portrayal was so powerful that I immediately took the unusual step of sending them a friend request on Facebook. I do not often do that, but their performance left that strong of an impression. Building connections with fellow performers for the sake of collaboration has always been important to me, and I am grateful we had the opportunity to share the stage in a Christmas variety show—an evening I will cherish for the rest of my life. Their final-ever performance was a reprise of Dr. Frank-N-Furter in the 2025 production of The Rocky Horror Show.

    In many ways, it felt as though I had known Louise for years. Even our briefest interactions carried a sense of magic. On stage, they were dynamic and regal. There will never be another quite like them. That single compliment from Louise, sent over Facebook, means more to me than any award or television appearance I have ever received. I no longer care about “winning” in the traditional sense; I care about winning hearts, and Louise undoubtedly won mine.

Rest well, beautiful angel. It was an absolute honor to witness you perform one final time.