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Blanche DuBois—Roleplay
One big role. Actors who have played the part tell their stories. Today: Blanche DuBois.
Fagin—Roleplay
One big role. Actors who have played the part tell their stories. This time: Fagin.
Cleopatra—Roleplay
One big role. Actors who have played the part tell their stories. This time: Cleopatra
Introducing Artworks
Discover BBC Radio 4’s home for imaginative documentaries about culture and the arts.
50 Years of the Koln Concert
After 50 years of Keith Jarrett's Koln Concert Kevin le Gendre unpicks its enduring appeal
Beyond Burns
Alistair Heather explores the richness of modern Scots language poetry.
What a Shocker! The Sensational Life of Leigh Bowery
Nick Grimshaw explores the life and work of performance artist Leigh Bowery.
Dreaming of Connie Converse
Poet Emily Berry explores the music and mystery of Connie Converse.
Wedding Poems—The Poetry Detective
Vanessa Kisuule investigates the best and worst of wedding poetry.
The Angry Penguins Hoax—The Poetry Detective
Vanessa Kisuule explores the incredible story of one of Australia's most celebrated poets
