Theatre Great, Peter Brook Dies at 97
English theatre and film director, Peter Brook, who was widely considered one of the most creative and controversial stage directors of post-war Britain, has died aged 97.
Brook was born in London and his stage productions featured some of the most distinguished thespians in the theatre always left the audience shocked and enthralled in a single breath.
His career took in Shakespeare plays, Broadway musicals and cinema, including an adaptation of Lord of the Flies.
According to reports, Brook, who had lived in France since 1974, passed away in Paris.
Peter Stephen Paul Brook was born in west London in March 1925, the son of Jewish immigrants.
He did not have a theatrical background, but after studying at Oxford University his talent was quickly spotted.
