Celebrity Casting in Theatre
Celebrity casting may cause controversy, but it does not threaten the future of theatre, according to Lyn Gardner. She believes that audiences are intelligent and the industry is resilient.
Celebrity casting isn't going to kill theatre – give audiences more credit
Lyn Gardner suggests that the issues surrounding theatre are more complex and that the industry can withstand challenges.
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Author's summary: Celebrity casting won't harm theatre.