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Awards Season

The Understudy

A rooster in an untied bow tie backstage at an awards ceremony, champagne flute untouched on a dressing table, warm single bulb lighting

Backstage, the bow tie undone. The champagne untouched. He's studied every line, rehearsed every gesture, and tonight — again — watched from the wings. There is a particular dignity in being permanently almost.

6 February 2026