Outdoor shows and decoy audiences herald return of live theatre this summer
Small, agile productions are preparing for a May start, as experts predict virtual events will outlast the pandemic Live entertainment is coming back in two halves, much like a traditional night at the theatre. First, a new breed of open-air shows, solo performances and inventive productions for smaller audiences will lead the way this spring, then in late summer and early autumn many of Britain's grander theatres wi…