Yes, Dan I can recall some of the racism but not nearly to the extent you mention. Such horrible attitudes from people you thought you liked and respected. Incidentally, I was very fond of Malcolm as well. He was directing my first gig as a floor manager with the NZSO and was unable to hide his kind side from me! I'd say I loved him actually. Also incidentally, the television assistant scheme had what may have been a slightly unofficial plan for more Maori and Pasifika TVAs - don't know if it was David Hendry's idea or not but I gave him credit for it at his farewell. We got some great kids through the 'plan' - the late lamented Joe Von being one. What a great read - keep up the great work!
Yes, Dan I can recall some of the racism but not nearly to the extent you mention. Such horrible attitudes from people you thought you liked and respected. Incidentally, I was very fond of Malcolm as well. He was directing my first gig as a floor manager with the NZSO and was unable to hide his kind side from me! I'd say I loved him actually. Also incidentally, the television assistant scheme had what may have been a slightly unofficial plan for more Maori and Pasifika TVAs - don't know if it was David Hendry's idea or not but I gave him credit for it at his farewell. We got some great kids through the 'plan' - the late lamented Joe Von being one. What a great read - keep up the great work!
For sure there were plenty of good people at Avalon.
And I think the Floor Management group were always forward looking.🙂
Go well, good man.
🙂