John Gielgud’s long and distinguished career in the theatre forever changed our interpretation of the classical repertoire, and marked him out as one of the finest and most influential actors of all t
Hamlet is arguably the most famous play on the planet, and the greatest of all Shakespeare's works. Its rich story and complex leading role have provoked intense debate and myriad interpretations. To
A writer with not only a career but also a pedigree in British theater, Croall presents very short interviews--one to three pages--with people about writing, directing, or performing at the National T
New in paperback, John Gielgud: Matinee Idol to Movie Star is the most authoritative and comprehensive account of the finest classical actor of the twentieth century. This entertaining but critical bi
Hamlet is arguably the most famous play on the planet, and the greatest of all Shakespeare's works. Its rich story and complex leading role have provoked intense debate and myriad interpretations. To
Was the country really united in the face of the common enemy? Did people actually put the community’s needs before their own? Or were such ideas simply a series of myths created at the time and nurtu
King Lear is arguably the most complex and demanding play in the whole of Shakespeare. Once thought impossible to stage, today it is performed with increasing frequency, both in Britain and America. I
King Lear is arguably the most complex and demanding play in the whole of Shakespeare. Once thought impossible to stage, today it is performed with increasing frequency, both in Britain and America. I
A. S. Neill was arguably the most famous child educator of the twentieth century. He was certainly the most controversial. All over the world, countless parents and teachers have been shocked, delight
A. S. Neill, founder of Summerhill, the most admired and most feared of all progressive schools, was famous as a schoolteacher, educational reformer, and author of illuminating and stylish books about
Sir John Gielgud’s biographer reveals the lesser known side of the legendary actor: his lightning wit, love of scandal and gossip, wicked put-downs, and bawdy humor. Compiled from extensive interviews
Fifty years ago Sir Peter Hall directed the English world premiere of Samuel Beckett’s Waiting for Godot. Now he has returned to this quintessential absurdist piece that has become one of the most imp
Jonathan Croall’s book offers an intimate and absorbing picture of how a team of world-class theatrical artists brought one of the masterpieces of Greek theater to the stage. This new edition includes
Full of startling new material, drawn from many unpublished letters and Jonathan Croall’s extensive interviews, the book celebrates John Gielgud's lightning wit, his love of scandal and gossip, his wi
