One of Scotland’s favourite entertainers, Alan Cumming proved his command of the written word was just as strong as his command of the stage in 2014, when he became a New York Times bestselling author. His most recent book, Baggage, takes us through his acting career, from the stages of Aberfeldy to the screens of Hollywood. Join him for a thoroughly entertaining hour.
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