But two of his friends said this week that despite the amount on his plate, Mr. Richards was enthusiastic about stepping into a producing role with "Hair".
Many Americans are indeed enthusiastic about stepping up government support to religious programs so they can better tackle seemingly intractable social problems.
But there is plenty to savor, not least new, exhilarating choreography by Lainie Munro for three numbers, performed by a nimble, enthusiastic ensemble stepping out to sure-footed accompaniment from Brett Pontecorvo's small band.
"Personally I am enthusiastic about this step," he said.
Jumbo has already discovered that some writers can be less than enthusiastic about performers stepping into their territory: "One did actually tell me that I can't do both, and that I was taking a job away from a writer by writing a play.
"While we are enthusiastic about taking steps such as this to restore investor confidence in business," John M. Devine, G.M.'s chief financial officer, said in a statement, "it is important to point out that current valuation methods available for expensing stock options are not ideal.
"Bob is very fit and enthusiastic, I'm stepping off now, moving my head, changing the angles.
At various times he donned a cardboard "Bolt mask" borrowed from a woman in the crowd, danced a jig in a tartan tam o'shanter and politely asked one over-enthusiastic man to step back so a young girl could have her photo taken with him unencumbered.
If it's a goal you're passionate and excited about, the building anticipation will help get you motivated and enthusiastic for the first step.
But back on Arthur Ashe Stadium, you can expect a very enthusiastic reception when Oudin steps on court against the beatable Savchuk, a 22-year-old qualifier from Ukraine.
Now, with Washington's enthusiastic support, Brazil has stepped in at the head of a United Nations mission, and is using unconventional diplomacy to complement the usual military show of force.
