The Usher

A Broadway play, a matinee, Two seats right on the aisle. The highest row, but even so, We both left with a smile. The show was sad, yet we were glad For every great performer Was new to us and, as a plus, What made us feel much warmer Was meeting John, a paragon Among all theater ushers. He made us laugh, unlike some staff Who only act as shushers. It’s kind of rare to really share An unforeseen connection, But our good luck relied on pluck And also, seat selection!