David Wilson Researcher, Writer, TV Producer and Director
Ancient Greece: TGSOE The Reviews.
Radio Times 27th August: ‘the twin developments [of democracy and theatre are] fascinatingly explored here by Michael Scott, a bright and engaging presenter..’
The Guardian 27th August: ‘Michael Scott’s enthusiasm for his subject is clear throughout’
Daily Express 28th August: ‘the passionate Classicist Dr Michael Scott showed how the earliest theatrical productions were part of a cultural revolution.’
The Guardian 28th August: ‘This was informed and impassioned stuff. Scott has made 5 documentaries about the Greeks now for the Beeb, and one this evidence he will be making them for as long as he has facts… to share’
Daily Mail 31st August: ‘Scott wisely focuses on his core subject, and delivers a thrilling perspective on both history and the arts’
Radio Times 31st August: ‘High-class but not highbrow, this is exemplary entertainment’
Sunday Express 1st September: ‘Scott undoubtedly knows his stuff’
Sunday Times 1st September: ‘This is an enjoyable masterclass’
Radio Times 7th September: ‘A splendid series’
Independent 10th September: ‘Scott’s fascinating foray into ancient Greek drama’
Sunday Times 8th September: ‘The curtain falls on Michael Scott’s excellent series.. It is an attractive and absorbing essay. Bravo!’
