Well I just finished the Masterpiece Theater rendition of King Lear and even though this is the first time I have seen this play I have to say wow that was a great performance.  Masterpiece Theater always does a great job but this was one of their best.  I truly am sorry I waited this long to watch this play, it was done so well.  Fun fact two actors from The Lord of the Rings have played the part of King Lear and both were named Ian, both are Brits, both were born in the 30’s Ian Holm and Ian McKellen.