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20045 seriesEntertainment / Music/Arts
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Presenter Alan Yentob explores the world of the arts, not just in Britain but around the globe. But it's a broad definition of the arts. Episodes contain interviews with or about popular music acts like Simon and Garfunkel, U2 and the Rolling Stones. But others include a discussion of Van Goh's works or a tribute to playwright Simon Gray. Still others examine topics like the lost art of oratory, the art of stand-up comedy, the music of Rajasthan, the life of photographer Annie Leibovitz or the history of the guitar. It's an eclectic yet artistic mix of topics.

Kazuo Ishiguro: Remembering and Forgetting: Episode Image
Episode 1Kazuo Ishiguro: Remembering and Forgetting

A revealing profile of the Nobel Prize-winning novelist Kazuo Ishiguro.

Bernardine Evaristo: Never Give Up: Episode Image
Episode 2Bernardine Evaristo: Never Give Up

Alan Yentob explores the life and work of Anglo-Nigerian author Bernardine Evaristo. Contains some strong language.

Tom Stoppard: A Charmed Life: Episode Image
Episode 3Tom Stoppard: A Charmed Life

Tom Stoppard tells Alan Yentob the extraordinary story of his latest play, Leopoldstadt. Adult themes.

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