#2: Diplomacy Plans, Then Curtain Calls (Early 1900s)
In the early 1900s, William Henry Pratt was expected to follow a conventional path toward British diplomatic service, a respected career aligned with his background and education. He even attempted an entrance examination tied to civil service preparation, but never pursued it in a way that kept him on that track, effectively closing the door on bureaucracy. Instead, he moved toward repertory theater in England, joining companies that rotated productions quickly and demanded constant adaptability.
