Kenneth Tynan, a flamboyant and eccentric English theatre critic, becomes the literary manager of London's National Theatre in 1963. He clashes with the Chair, Sir Oliver Lyttelton, over his views on censorship and sexuality. Despite having an ally in Governor Laurence Olivier, Tynan faces opposition while trying to stage his erotic play "Oh Calcutta" amidst his declining health.
Kenneth Tynan: In Praise of Hardcore
The National Theatre's literary manager, Kenneth Tynan, clashes with his unconventional views on censorship and his vision for provocative, sexually-charged performances in 1963.
