John Arden 's plays of the 1960s brought a striking combination of verse and prose to the London theatre. His discussion of political issues, without drawing explicit conclusions, made audiences uncomfortable. Then, in 1972, John Arden walked off the Aldwych stage, threatening never to return.
Ronald Hayman reflects on John Arden 's career. Contributors JOHN ARDEN , MARGARETTA D'ARCY.
LINDSAY ANDERSON and STUART BURCE
Producer Richard ELLIS