Sam Mendes has written a fierce op-ed attacking streaming services for making “millions” during the coronavirus pandemic while those working in theatre have been so adversely affected in lockdown.
If they die, an ecosystem this intricate and evolved cannot be rebuilt from scratch.
“Is there anyone among those people willing to use a fraction of their Covid-19 windfall to help those who have been mortally wounded?
It is the product of decades of capital projects, loyal audiences, and of communities large and small.”