Sir Arnold Wesker

Arnold Wesker, considered one of the key figures in 20th Century drama, is the author of 44 plays, 4 volumes of short stories, 2 volumes of essays, an autobiography, a book on journalism, a children's book, extensive journalism, poetry and other assorted writings.

His plays have been translated into 18 languages, and performed worldwide.

In 2002 he celebrated his 70th birthday.

In 2006 he celebrated his knighthood ‘for services to drama’.

In 2008 he celebrated his 50th year as a playwright.