Howard Brenton

Howard Brenton is a British playwright and screenwriter who is one of the most important and politically engaged dramatists to emerge from British theatre since the 1960s. Born in 1942, he has written dozens of plays for the stage and screen, including Pravda (co-written with David Hare), The Romans in Britain and Anne Boleyn. This collection presents his dramatic work, showcasing the range and ambition of a writer who has consistently used theatre as a vehicle for exploring political power, social injustice and historical change. Brenton's plays are characterised by their intellectual boldness, their willingness to provoke and their commitment to theatre as a space for challenging audiences. He has also written extensively for television, including the BBC political thriller series Spooks. His audiobooks and books preserve the work of one of British theatre's most fearless and significant voices.