by Jack Rosenthal
1976 BAFTA awards for Best Single Play, Best Writer
A Play for Today presentation
'Now that I am a man, I will follow my dear father's example, and that of my dear grandfather, and last but not least that of my sister Lesley's boyfriend Harold. They have been no end of a tower of strength in no uncertain terms. I trust you will enjoy your evening, not forgetting the dancing which is about to ensue, as I feel sure you assuredly will. Thank you.'
"Jack Rosenthal's 'Bar Mitzvah Boy' was pure gold. If you missed it, do yourself a favour and seek out the repeat." (Daily Mail)
"'Bar Mitzvah Boy' was a great delight, funnier than anything Jack Rosenthal has written since - well the last thing he wrote." (Sunday Telegraph)
"Rosenthal's perception was brilliant and even his considerable reputation was enhanced by the way he drew every character so perfectly." (Daily Express)