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Clue no. 21: It could create awful itches on heads of players on-stage

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A clue to POSTICHE.
4 comments refer to this clue (from 4 competitors, 0 others)

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Comments on the clue
1.Very nice &lit.
2.The adjective/adverb "on-stage" is not a legitimate substitute for "on stage".
3.Def. rather imprecise (wigs aren't confined to players). 'On-stage' (for 'on stage') sounds contrived in the surface reading.
4.Amusing surface and good wordplay.