A personal and honest look at the people and events that have made their mark on one of theatre and film's most successful creative artists, and former manager of the National Theatre. *Also appeared in October Buyer's Notes*

Richard Eyre was the Artistic Director of the National Theatre from 1988 to 1997. His films include Notes from A Scandal and Iris and his recent West End and Broadway productions include Mary Poppins, Ghosts and The Pajama Game. His book Talking Theatre is an NHB bestselling-title.