Born in 1956 in Manchester, England, he is a renowned British theater and film director. He gained prominence as the artistic director of London's National Theatre from 2003 to 2015. His acclaimed film work includes directing "The Madness of King George" and "The History Boys." Known for his innovative staging and diverse repertoire, he co-founded the Bridge Theatre in London. His contributions to theater and film have earned him numerous awards and honors throughout his career.
THE HISTORY BOYS
The History Boys is a British dramedy film that explores the lives of a group of intelligent and eccentric high school boys preparing for university...
CENTER STAGE
Center Stage is a drama film that follows a group of young dancers at the American Ballet Academy as they navigate the competitive world of...
THE LADY IN THE VAN
The Lady in the Van is a British biographical comedy-drama film based on the memoir of the same name by Alan Bennett. The film tells the true story of...