Balancing Acts: Behind the Scenes at the National Theatre

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Balancing Acts: Behind the Scenes at the National Theatre: Episode 3: 3. Alan Bennett

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Nicholas Hytner's memoir of 12 years running the National Theatre, read by the author.

Nicholas Hytner recalls his exciting, creative partnership with Alan Bennett, whilst running The National Theatre.

Nicholas Hytner continues his inside story of 12 years at the helm of Britain's greatest theatre.

Recollections of his fecund creative relationship with actor and playwright, Alan Bennett.  

Nicholas reveals how they came to meet and the incredible performances they created together. He fondly remembers their highly successful play 'The History Boys', and how it was brought to life. 

Intimate, candid and insightful, Balancing Acts is a passionate exploration of the art and alchemy of making theatre.

Written and read by Nicholas Hytner

Producer: Simon Richardson.

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in May 2017.

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