The New Radio 2 Arts Show with Claudia Winkleman - 29/01/2010

Claudia Winkleman's special guest is actress Gemma Arterton who talks about her latest role on stage in London's West End. American author Maria V Snyder blends fantasy and fact brilliantly, and researches her subjects meticulously. Her approach to writing is similar to Robert De Niro and his acting - the method approach - which means total immersion in the subject and complete understanding. She reveals the lengths she went to write her new book. Plus Estelle Lovatt talks about what's new and exciting in the world of art.