One And Only Ronnie
The playwright Ronald Harwood is deservedly acclaimed, yet has never had a play staged at the National
Politics, Ideas and the Arts
Outside The Box
The University of Manchester has decided to cut 171 academic posts — but it's not at all clear why
Envoy Sans Pareil
The ambassador of ill-repute, Prince Talleyrand
Jacks High
In the event that Scotland leaves the Union, we need a cunning plan if we are to retain the UK's flag
South Bank Oberon
The memoir of the National Theatre's former artistic director is absorbing, insouciant and amusing
Blitz Spirit
For those trapped in Westminster after the recent attack, the Blitz spirit prevailed
Ironies Of Ideology
The RA's Russia show offers a sobering counterpoint to the naivety of Western communists
Hogg Roasted
Mark Carney's chosen deputy was no sooner in than out
Trump Chic
How Thorstein Veblen's "conspicuous consumption" explains the rise of The Donald
Cherchez La Femme
The case of François and Penelope Fillon showcases a surprising number of French political vices
Writers Welcome
The history of the Authors' Club
Reality Check For Opec
Donald Trump says he wants the US to be energy-independent. Opec should take heed