, an actor famous for comedy yet capable of performances of tragic, searing greatness.
Both qualities are to the fore in her portrayal of Malvolia. “She’s an iconic figure in all kinds of drama and theater,” says Godwin, “so it was really thrilling to have her deliver this role. She speaks to a large cross section of the world.” Greig herself does not doubt the value of presenting Shakespeare in a new light. “At a dinner party, it is always a delicate balance of who is talking next, and is the story you tell of value, or are you just doing it to be present in the room?” she says.
For all the terrible effects of this crisis—entire professions plunged into uncertainty and financial hardship—the fact that more people will get the chance to see Greig’s performance has to be a bonus. Lockdown has forced theaters to occupy the virtual space as never before, and productions streamed online have become beacons of hope and communion.
U.S. audiences have been able to watch productions from the U.K. Sitting in my London home, I have been able to see productions by German, French, and American theater companies. On Sunday night, I will tune into the
Loved her in Belgravia
My favorite Shakespeare! So enjoyable!
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