What are peoples thoughts on a writer directing their own work?...from experience.

I have directed my own work and have found I have to "let go" If it aint working cut it or take it home and talk to yourself about a rewrite. Ive been very lucky in that my casts have always been articulate and supportive but also have taken my direction where it matters. Lighting and sets...I have amazing people who do that , all I have to do is outline the concept. I wouldnt dare interfere with their expertise I have had several of my plays produced elsewhere and with utterly surprisng results...I love that! The different way that the work can be seen and performed by diverse performers/direction fascinates me and keeps me writing. I guess what I am saying is that if you write and direct the show you have to separate the two functions. As director if it aint working, go home and talk to your writer. As the writer, listen to your director and actors, write it, rewrite it so it works. IF a section is precious or you consider it essential,,,fight your corner with yourself. Remember, you are nothing without an audience, so it has to work for them. You get a much better play. Alan