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So to this weeks puzzle. As usual, a bit of a mixed bag. I enjoyed 16a. Understood 1d once I had done it! and felt the clue for 19a could have been constructed better.
PHILIP

I am still stuck (and would appreciate your help) on the following:-
8 across "Theatrical area for Dracula?" ???A???O?
3 down (2 words) "Entertainer copying crafty magician's art ???S?E?R ?C?O?A? (acrobat)
5 down "Line pressed right into end" ???A?N
Regards, Robert

Hello all.
Hi PHLIP, agree with you about 19a,I liked 8a,10a 15d and 13d, took a while to get 4d. Worked out 1d and 9d after 'fitting in' the words.
Best to all

Hi Robert,3d Anagram of magicians low art.
Will try to think of alternative clues for the others, but I've got to pop out.Maybe others will have helped you by then.cheers!

Hi I'm back, Robert re 5d ends 'e' not 'n' another word for to end with r (for right).
8a Wher Dracula may leave his outer garment at the theatre.
I think your 12a may be wrong. Or mine is!

3d. ALISTAIR McGOWAN
8a. CLOAKROOM

5d. CREASE

Zorro should read Philip`s earlier posting

Bringing this back to the top as Rob the Rich has started another thread
PHILIP

Anyone on this thread who is bothered by bad language should read the thread started by `Wendy` and consider supporting her.

Old gal hope you are still reading this thread even if you are not posting, also hope you are well and coping with everything.
Also Wee Jock. Are you ok? I did wonder if the last post by `??????` was yourself as what I took to be your favourite word `nuff` was used!!

Not finished No 7 yet.