Richard Rook (Leonard Meryll) joined WWOS in 1969 and for twenty years was involved in all the Societys major productions. Since then he has worked with many local societies, performing, directing and working on committees; he is currently chairman of Bromley Players. Richard's has played roles in all thirteen Savoy Operas and recent roles have included Sergeant Buzfuz (Pickwick), for WWOS at The Minack Theatre; Cowardy Custard, for Bromley Players; Alexis (The Sorcerer) and The Lord Chancellor (Iolanthe), for TEPOS; and Hay Fever, for Bob Hope Theatre. He has also recently directed The Sorcerer, Jack the Ripper and The Pajama Game for TEPOS.