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Nicholas Hytner tells the inside story of 12 years at the helm of Britain's greatest theatre.

It’s a tale of lunatic failures and spectacular successes like The History Boys, War Horse and One Man, Two Guvnors.

Plus opening the National Theatre's doors in London to a broader audience than ever before - and changing the public's perception of what theatre is for.

It’s about probing Shakespeare from every angle and reinventing the classics - as well as fostering new talent and directing some of the most celebrated actors of our times – from Alan Bennett and Maggie Smith to Michael Gambon and Helen Mirren.

Intimate, candid and insightful, Balancing Acts is a passionate exploration of the art and alchemy of making theatre.

Omnibus of five episodes

Nicholas begins by describing his typical day as Director of the National Theatre.

Producer: Simon Richardson.

First broadcast on Â鶹Éç Radio 4 in May 2017.