The lost art of listening

Guardian Unlimited: "Is audibility the big problem in modern theatre? Sir Peter Hall certainly thinks so. He says that 'most actors under 40 are struggling to be heard'. He's also backed up by seasoned thesps like Edward Fox and Tom Courtenay. While I wouldn't disagree, I'd point out most of the letters of complaint I get come from elderly patrons whose hearing may be imperfect. And, if actors have ceased to project, audiences have also lost the art of listening."