Sir Peter Hall, who founded the Royal Shakespeare Company, has died. Many movie stars had their first break on the stage being directed by him. How important do you think it is for film and TV stars to have also acted live at the theatre?

Sir Peter Hall, who founded the Royal Shakespeare Company, has died. Many movie stars had their first break on the stage being directed by him. How important do you think it is for film and TV stars to have also acted live at the theatre? Published on 13 September 2017 → Survey conducted on 13 September 2017 on 3742 GB adults

All adults

Region

Gender

Politics

Age

Live theatre experience is vital for film actors to learn about acting

18%

It’s better for film actors to have live theatre experience

29%

It doesn’t really matter either way

25%

Live theatre experience doesn’t really help film actors, the skills are different

Don't know

24%

Live theatre experience is vital for film actors to learn about acting

18%

It’s better for film actors to have live theatre experience

29%

It doesn’t really matter either way

25%

Live theatre experience doesn’t really help film actors, the skills are different

Don't know

24%

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