Playing Under the Piano: 'Comedy gold' Sunday Times

Hugh Bonneville shares his experiences as a prominent actor known for roles in Notting Hill, Paddington, and Downton Abbey. He offers insights into working with celebrated performers like Judi Dench and Julia Roberts. The book includes humorous anecdotes about the industry, such as playing Robert De Niro's leg and not being Gary Oldman. Bonneville also addresses more serious themes, reflecting on his father's dementia and his mother's secretive past in the intelligence service. This memoir combines wit and poignancy to provide an entertaining look at his life in acting.