Along the way, the show has tackled issues including gay students' rights, sexual harassment, and "reparative therapy." Says Lipman, "We never set down a bible
for show. We had general ideas about the characters, but we've gone where the characters have led us.
Nutrition and exercise are also extremely important
for show dogs.
Twice a year, the International Black Buyers and Manufacturers Expo and Conference brings 1,000 small businesses together
for show and sell in Washington, D.C.
Not surprisingly,
for shows that are focused on sex, the idea of nymphomania is a favorite topic of discussion.
For shows running outside of New York, cast size varies based on the size of the stage.
A list of disease-prevention guidelines
for shows is available at www.aphis.usda.gov/ oa/fmd/disease.html.
The Hudson River piers are rolling out a red carpet
for shows, but in New York City, cache doesn't come from the Hudson unless you are in a tower and bragging about sunset views.