Hello friends. The dancing men is considered by most to be one of the finest adaptations to grace the Granada series.

It was then quite a treat to find ourselves in conversation with the incredible actress who portrayed the tragically faded Elsie

Cubit in that memorable episode of our beloved show.

I refer to, of course, Miss Betsy Brantley.

We discussed Betsy's memories of the series, but also touched on other facets of her career,

including her work in other iconic films, such as the Princess Bride, and Who Framed Roger Rabbit.

Our conversation was conducted some weeks ago over Zoom,

and so the quality is what you might expect from an internet call.

But we had a grand time talking with Betsy,

and I think you'll agree that any connection issues were a small price to pay

for such a colorful discussion with such a wonderful lady.

And one final nod of gratitude to friend of the show, Richard, who helped us facilitate

this remarkable conversation. Richard, we owe you one. So, without further ado, we give you

you Betsy Brantley.

Well, Betsy, there really are no words to describe just how cool it is to talk with you today,

so thank you for taking the time.

Well, I'm speechless by that. Thank you.

Well, we like to start at the very beginning, which is a very good place to start, as Julie Andrews might say.

As a girl, were you a fan of the Sherlock Holmes stories?

Yes, but growing up in Appalachia, you know, Nancy Drew probably, and, you know, I just dated

myself, Nancy Drew probably took precedent.

Yeah.

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