Love the ones you're with

    This was a compliment from one of the most inspirational performers I ever knew. Louise ImMasche was a performer friend of mine. Granted, we didn't know each other super well, but we loved each others' work. Louise has inspired me more than almost any performer I've ever met. They had this radiance about them that was contagious and refreshing. It's not often you encounter an artist in life who is both supremely talented and without an ego.
    
    The first time I saw Louise on stage was back in October of 2023. They performed as Dr. Frank-N-Furter in a production of The Rocky Horror Show. Anybody who knows me will tell you how much RHPC means to me. Louise's performance was so profound that I took the liberty of friending them on Facebook immediately. I don't do that often, but Louise was that incredible on stage. Connecting with other performers to collaborate with is always a goal. We did get to perform in a Christmas Variety show together, and it was a night I'll remember for the rest of my life. I feel like I've known Louise for years. Even the most brief moments together felt magical. On stage, Louise was vigorous and majestic. There will never be another like them. That one compliment from Lousie over Facebook means more to me than any award or television appearance I've ever earned. I don't even care about "winning" things any more. I care about winning hearts, and Louise certainly won mine. Rest well, beautiful angel. It was an absolute honor to watch you perform one last time.