5. On Leopoldstadt

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Attention turns movingly to Leopoldstadt his most recent play, where he reflects on his family and the Holocaust. Since 1964, he's been writing for the theatre, big screen, TV and radio. His plays are among the most studied of the last century. Among the giants of British theatre - in Hermione Lee's evocative and immersive biography, we come to know the man and his work. Concluded by Alex Jennings. Abridged by Katrin Williams Producer: Elizabeth Allard First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in October 2020.