Double Dose

The play I saw delighted me –
“A Midsummer Night’s Dream” –
Beneath the stars, a moonlit night
And actors I esteem.

An added bonus made me grin
For there, before my eyes,
Upon the stage, an actor friend,
Which came as a surprise.

I’d heard he’d nabbed the part but that
Was many months ago,
A fact that I’d forgotten as
I sat and watched the show.

His cast mates, some quite famous,
Likely had some pals, as well,
In the audience enjoying
What they wrought from Shakespeare’s spell.

‘Twas a double dose of pleasure
Floating down in my direction
For performance just seems sweeter
With a personal connection.