Has he read the book? If the problem is that he thinks it's not his cup of tea, he may just need to actually *read* the tea party scene.

I think I'd be asking *why* he doesn't want to do it. If the reason really is valid, then I'd let him off the hook. If he's just nervous about new things or biased aganst "Alice," I think I'd <ahem> be a bit more persuasive about it.

You're sure he enjoyed the acting experience, not just the class? Some people just really hate being on stage.

Kriston