Tip of the Tongue

'Engaging and thought-provoking… Brook is constantly enthralled but never daunted by contemplation of the art he serves, as this short work shows with grace and eloquence'

* Shakespeare Survey *

'A gem… like sitting down with Brook after a meal… this simple and accessible book contains insights and lessons from someone who has lived and breathed theatre for over seventy years'

* Drama Magazine *

'Full of aphoristic wisdom'

* Guardian *

'Short, sweet and brimming with wise saws and modern instances'

* The Stage *

'Peter Brook's exploration of words, theatre and everything attached is loving and heartfelt, taking his readers on a journey through his experiences and giving meaning to what he's seen and done'

* Broadway World *

'Filled with wisdom… devotees will be enchanted by the great director’s latest ruminations on language and the theatre'

* British Theatre Gui