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Historical plays on television and in the theatre often lead to controversy. Why do writers choose factual stories? Is recent history where the main characters may still be alive a suitable subject for dramatic treatment? How successful are such works as plays?
David Wheeler reports. Producer ANNE WINDER
(Re-broadcast next Monday)
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