IN THE LIONESS' DEN; Misery

I'll admit to being a tad squeamish when it comes to horror stories.

Having said that, you'll understand when I say that I'm not a fan of any of the numerous novels published by that master of the horror genre, Stephen King. Perhaps that was why I approached my next theater review experience with some trepidation.

See, those increasingly edgy folks over at Stage Coach Theatre decided to stage King's Misery this season, meaning that I was just going to have to swallow my fright, put on a brave face and dive headfirst into the lioness' den.

I convinced myself, though, that by seeing a preview of the show before all of the lighting, costumes and set were in place, I'd …