The Global Theatre community’s response to the coronavirus pandemic has been many and varied. Some organizations have opted to shut their doors and sit tight, saving their pennies for the eventual reopening. Some have, sadly, closed completely. And others have tentatively started to dip their toes in the brave new world of virtual theatre. Joe Staton is one of those latter brave folks. An actor and producer, he has spent the last year creating myriad opportunities for performers in quarantine — and building a global network of brilliant theatre makers in the process.

In the new and terrifying world of virtual theatre, it’s a relief to be able to cling to some clear-spoken, compelling Shakespeare, and The Royal Social Distancing Company’s KING LEAR provided just the life raft. Josh Lee, though young for the leading role, painted a vivid picture of the rash…