Oliver Rowe

Waste, National Theatre review: 'A beautifully crafted piece of Edwardian political theatre'
20 Nov 2015 Culture
Waste, National Theatre review: "A beautifully crafted piece of Edwardian political theatre"

Political intrigue mixes with personal tragedy in this haunting Edwardian play
Review: New book from former Whitehall speechwriter Simon Lancaster explores the language of leadership
19 Aug 2015 Culture
Review: New book from former Whitehall speechwriter Simon Lancaster explores the language of leadership

Images of journeys, food and friends work wonders in speeches – but phrases like “accelerating reform” are a definite turn-off. Oliver Rowe reviews Simon Lancaster’s Winning Minds: Secrets from the Language of Leadership