Other segments include playing charades, Catchphrase, Pictionary, or other family style games. Frank enjoyed word games, puns, and charades. Michael ponders over the continuing charade he puts on for Stephanie ("Charades"). He was adept at mimicry and storytelling, and was reputedly quite good at charades. Other gimmicks have included violin charades, playing other instruments, and viola jokes. There are many possible sub-sets of the riddle, including charades, droodles, and some jokes. Charades is a game of gestures. The early part of the evening is devoted to charades and lighthearted entertainment. He wrote reviews and lectured or amused himself in playing charades and reading poetry. Later, he assists them as they play charades. Seemingly, they all played charades, in which they acted out each other. Peter mentions the film "Fletch" while playing charades. William Mackworth Praed's poetic charades became famous. Sorvino met actor Christopher Backus at a friend's charades party in August 2003. Some also involve dramatic skill, such as in charades.