The Crossword Centre Clue-Writing Competition

CCCWC September competition voters’ comments
 
Clue no. 37: Shakespearian get-up? Shake 'spearian get' up!

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A clue to GREASEPAINT.
6 comments refer to this clue (from 5 competitors, 1 other)

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Comments on the clue
1.Worth a point for its audacity!
2.Not sure about 'get-up' as a definition, but the clue merits a mention for ingenuity and sheer cheek.
3.Clever and original, and for once the exclamation mark is fully justified. Love it!
4.Unconventional but a brilliant idea. Top marks.
5.Jolly clever – well done
6.Spearian??