Change of Face

Last month, after the last performance of "The Crossing" our Easter Production, I shaved my beard off. It's been there for the vast majority of the past 25 years. Freaked Jeannie out for several weeks. Still freaks me out from time to time when I glance in the mirror. The beard had definitely gotten quite grey, so shaving it off makes me look a wee bit younger.
One drawback however, the world now has the ability to count my chins. It's also humorous that I no longer have a 5 o'clock shadow, it's more like a 5 o'clock snowstorm. Ever notice that shaving a mustache makes your lip look about four inches long?
One advantage I've noticed already is that I have a lot more flexibility in regards to what I can do with make-up on stage. I can do my Bogie impersonation much easier without a beard.