Alan Ayckbourn: Videos
This page contains multimedia resources available from the official Ayckbourn YouTube channel relating to Alan Ayckbourn's life and career in theatre. Click on the relevant video or visit the YouTube Channel for an even wider selection of material relating to the playwright and his plays.Who is Alan Ayckbourn?
An introduction to the life and career of the playwright and director Alan Ayckbourn. Researched & presented by Simon Murgatroyd M.A.
Alan Ayckbourn: A Life In Facts
A narrated guide to Alan Ayckbourn's life in 20 facts (revised & updated for 2023). Researched & narrated by Simon Murgatroyd M.A.
A Life In Theatre: The Actor
An exploration of Alan Ayckbourn's initial professional theatre career as an actor from 1956 to 1964, which provided his springboard into writing and directing. Researched & presented by Simon Murgatroyd M.A.
A Life In Theatre: The Playwright
Alan Ayckbourn's 60 year-plus award-winning playwriting career has made him one of the most recognised and successful British playwrights of the 20th century. Researched & presented by Simon Murgatroyd M.A.
A Life In Theatre: The Director
Alan Ayckbourn has generally considered himself a director rather than a playwright with a professional career encompassing more than 60 years and 350 productions. This video explores this vital strand of his career. Researched & presented by Simon Murgatroyd M.A.
A Life in Theatre: The Artistic Director
From 37 years, Alan Ayckbourn was the Artistic Director of what is now the Stephen Joseph Theatre, Scarborough. His achievements are put into the context of his wider writing and directing careers. Researched & presented by Simon Murgatroyd M.A.
A Life in Theatre: The BBC
For five years, Alan Ayckbourn worked as a Radio Drama Producer for the BBC, based in Leeds and he produced more than 250 dramas for BBC Radio the BBC. Researched & presented by Simon Murgatroyd M.A.
A Life in Theatre: The National Theatre
Alan Ayckbourn's significant relationship with the National Theatre since the 1970s is explored including his numerous productions and tenure as Company Director. Researched & presented by Simon Murgatroyd M.A.
Stephen Joseph: Ayckbourn's Inspiration
The British theatre pioneer Stephen Joseph is the most significant influence in Alan Ayckbourn's life. But who was he and why is he so important to understanding the playwright? Researched & presented by Simon Murgatroyd M.A.
Alan Ayckbourn: The Plays In Facts
A narrated guide to Alan Ayckbourn's plays in 20 facts (revised and updated for 2023). Researched & narrated by Simon Murgatroyd M.A.
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