Playing Under the Piano

From Downton to Darkest Peru

By: Hugh Bonneville

Narrated by: Hugh Bonneville

This exclusive recording includes 6 extended chapters that are unique to the audiobook.

Hugh Bonneville is one of Britain's most accomplished actors, whose credits include Downton Abbey, W1A and the Paddington films.

Hugh Bonneville is one of Britain's most accomplished actors, familiar to audiences worldwide for his roles in Notting Hill, the Paddington films and Downton Abbey. From getting his big break as Third Shepherd in the school nativity play, to mistaking a Hollywood star for an estate agent, Hugh creates a brilliantly vivid picture of a career on stage and screen. What is it like working with Judi Dench and Julia Roberts, or playing Robert de Niro's right leg, or not being Gary Oldman, twice? A wickedly funny storyteller, Hugh also writes with poignancy about his father's dementia and of his mother, whose life in the secret service only emerged after her death. Whether telling stories of working with divas, Dames or a bear with a penchant for marmalade, this is a richly entertaining account of his life as an actor.

©2022 Hugh Bonneville (P)2022 Hachette Audio UK

Critic reviews

"Utterly charming." (Jack Whitehall)

"Deliciously naughty." (Celia Imrie)

"A gorgeous book." (Richard Curtis)

Poignantly written & narrated with passion.

I loved the humour with which Hugh discussed his career in theatre. Being a successful actor is not easy. it's a passion. I loved the gentle way he spoke about his father, and he likened him to a Glider coming in to land when he passed on. It was a book full of love and respect for his fellow artists. (those who deserved respect of course). he didn't suffer fools gladly. A most enjoyable read.