A lively and unpretentious look at the latest films, plays, dance events, books and exhibitions, alongside eclectic music and the wit and charm of Claudia Winkleman.
Matthew Wright presents a sharp contemporary arts and culture programme.
DetailsClaudia is joined by American jazz singer Madeleine Peyroux, author Simon Majumdar talks about his new book Eat My Globe and Baylon Leonard reviews new theatre shows.
DetailsClaudia Winkleman chats to Charlie and Lola author Lauren Child and cook Jane Brocket.
DetailsKate Winslet talks about her movie role in The Reader and Nicole Kidman discusses being reunited with director Baz Luhrmann for Australia.
DetailsMatthew chats to author Salman Rushdie and Jodie Foster talks about her latest work.
DetailsJo Whiley sits in for Claudia Winkleman with a show featuring actress Susannah York, comedian Jan Ravens, author Cecelia Ahern and live music from Newton Faulkner.
DetailsMatthew Wright presents a sharp contemporary arts and culture programme. Matthew chats to West End stars Michael Ball and Mel Smith.
DetailsClaudia presents reviews and interviews for the latest in the arts. With Strictly Come Dancing star Anton du Beke and Graham Norton, talking about his West End debut.
DetailsAuthor Glen David Gold discusses his new book, 'Sunnyside'. Also featuring poet Benjamin Zephaniah, choreographer Matthew Bourne, and Ricky Gervais on his next film.
DetailsClaudia Winkleman presents a sharp contemporary arts and culture programme. Guests include author Joanna Briscoe, Emma Thompson and Chesney Hawkes.
DetailsClaudia speaks to cult filmmaker John Waters. She also meets Garry Fabian Miller, one of the pioneers of camera-less photography and TV screenwriter Tony Jordan.
DetailsMatthew Wright presents a sharp contemporary arts and culture programme.
DetailsMatthew Wright presents the arts and culture programme, with film, book, arts and music reviews. Including an interview with actor and theatre director Kevin Spacey.
DetailsClaudia talks to the actress Emma Cunniffe, star of TV's The Lakes. Plus she discusses the ornamental elephants which have been cropping up all over London.
DetailsMatthew Wright presents a sharp contemporary arts and culture programme.
DetailsBenny Andersson chats about the concert celebrating the music of ABBA in London's Hyde Park in September 2009. Plus food writer and stepson to Prince Charles, Tom Parker Bowles.
DetailsClaudia Winkleman rounds up the week's arts and entertainment action with celebrity guests and great tunes for a Friday night in.
DetailsWith Claudia Winkleman. Claudia chats to the writer Tom Paulin, and the actor Tim Piggott Smith about the smash hit play Enron. She also previews the Leicester Comedy Festival.
DetailsClaudia previews the Oscars. Plus she speaks to Anthony Sher about his new play at the Sheffield Crucible, and talks about Fantastic Mr Fox with Roald Dahl's widow Felicity Dahl.
DetailsWith a quirky look at the popular arts. Cherie Blair speaks candidly about her career, motherhood and marriage to Tony.
DetailsClaudia Winkleman presents a sharp contemporary arts and culture programme. She chats to political cartoonist Gerald Scarfe.
DetailsMatthew Wright presents a sharp contemporary arts and culture programme. He is joined by author Ken Follett.
DetailsClaudia chats with Oscar winner Tilda Swinton and comedians Jenny Éclair and Russell Howard.
DetailsFeaturing interviews with Meryl Streep and director David Fincher. Plus ex-Neighbour's star Mark Little on his new West End role.
DetailsBroadcaster, 'Voice of Older People' and author Dame Joan Bakewell joins Claudia.
DetailsMatthew Wright and Hilary Oliver look at the latest films for your viewing pleasure. Lyn Gardner takes a look at the best theatrical offerings and Wilbur Smith is in the studio.
DetailsMatthew Wright presents a sharp contemporary arts and culture programme.
DetailsJo Whiley sits in for Claudia Winkleman with a packed show rounding up all the Arts action. Her special guest is composer, actor and musician Ryuichi Sakamoto.
DetailsMatthew Wright presents a sharp contemporary arts and culture programme and chats to Hollywood actress Kathleen Turner.
DetailsClaudia talks to the actor Simon Callow, and she has the latest info on Broadway. Plus poet Ian McMillan will be performing a specially written poem for The Arts Show.
DetailsWith a look at the popular arts and a special Edinburgh Festival round-up. Claudia is also joined by US comic and actress Janeane Garofalo. Plus movie and theatre news and reviews.
DetailsClaudia Winkleman presents a sharp contemporary arts and culture programme. Featuring movie stars Colin Farrell and Jessica Biel, and comedian Ed Hamell.
DetailsMatthew Wright chats to singer/songwriter Robyn Hitchcock, who performs in session.
DetailsClaudia Winkleman celebrates the life of Elvis Presley on the day he would have celebrated his 75th birthday. Joining her is Elvis' stylist, Gene Doucette.
DetailsMatthew reviews the work of four debut authors, and there's also an interview with Oscar nominee Daniel Day Lewis.
DetailsAuthor Jodi Picoult talks about her latest novel, Jim Kerr chats about thirty years of Simple Minds and dancing couple Darren Bennett and Lilia Kopylova talk about their new show.
DetailsWith Claudia Winkleman. The Ryes perform in session, Chandrika Chevli talks about the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and film critic Nev Pierce takes a look at summer blockbusters.
DetailsClaudia chats to Des O' Connor, and to the BBC's LA correspondent Peter Bose about the forthcoming Golden Globe Awards.
DetailsEve Pollard sits in for Claudia and talks to the actors Sanjeev Bhaskar and Dexter Fletcher. Plus Estelle Lovatt reviews the latest art exhibitions.
DetailsMatthew Wright Matthew chats to Jack Docherty and Morwenna Banks.
DetailsClaudia Winkleman presents a quirky arts show with guests from the worlds of film, music, theatre and TV.
DetailsMatthew Wright presents a sharp contemporary arts and culture programme. Including interviews with Denzel Washington, Jimmy Page and John Lydon.
DetailsA quirky look at the popular arts including Anita Harris and Matthew Kelly talking about their new theatre roles, circus fun with La Clique, plus comedy duo Cannon and Ball.
DetailsClaudia is joined by actress Jessie Cave, who appears in the next Harry Potter film and as the lead in the new production of Tom Stoppard's Arcadia.
DetailsClaudia Winkleman presents a sharp contemporary arts and culture programme. Guests include former Bond girl Grace Jones.
DetailsMatthew Wright chats to Harvey Goldsmith about last year's Led Zeppelin gig.
DetailsMatthew Wright presents a sharp contemporary arts and culture programme. He chats to ex-Clash bassist Paul Simonon about his latest foray into the world of art.
DetailsMatthew Wright presents a sharp contemporary arts and culture programme.
DetailsClaudia Winkleman's VIP guest is Barry Manilow. The show also features actor Paul Nicholas, and Nick Cave drops in, without his Bad seeds, to talk about his new career an author.
DetailsClaudia Winkleman is joined by Alfred Molina and Anne Marie Duff. Lord David Puttnam gives his thoughts on the 2012 Olympics.
DetailsClaudia talks to the performance poet Ian McMillan, and discusses EastEnders' 25th anniversary and its landmark live episode. Plus, film reviews with movie critic Charles Gant.
DetailsClaudia discusses romantic novels, and art critic Estelle Lovatt explores Henry Moore. Plus Claudia interviews the director Richard Eyre and the actor Simon Paisley Day.
DetailsChatting with author Carlos Ruiz Zafon and Desperate Housewives star Dougray Scott.
DetailsClaudia Winkleman presents a sharp contemporary arts and culture programme. Her guests include author John Boyne.
DetailsMatthew Wright speaks to legendary 60s music producer Joe Boyd - the man who discovered Nick Drake, put Fairport Convention together and recorded Pink Floyd's first single.
DetailsKeanu Reeves talks about his latest role and former Bond girl Britt Ekland chats to Claudia.
DetailsWith the celebrated British actress Celia Imrie, Liverpudlian poet Brian Patten and the American jazz singer Melody Gardot.
DetailsClaudia is joined by 'queen of chick lit', Marian Keyes; novelist Alexandar McCall-Smith; film star Julia Roberts and actor Tom Hardy.
DetailsMatthew Wright presents a sharp contemporary arts and culture programme.
DetailsMatthew Wright presents a sharp contemporary arts and culture programme. Stuart Maconie reports live from this year's SXSW Festival in Austin, US.
DetailsClaudia talks to actor and musical theatre star Clive Rowe, and to photography critic Sue Steward.
DetailsWith popular arts news, reviews, music and guests. Claudia is joined by celebrity interviewer Lynn Barber to talk about her Fleet Street life and new book, An Education.
DetailsClaudia is joined by author Susie Boyt, comic Rob Deering and BBC 6 Music presenter Iyare.
DetailsMatthew Wright presents a sharp contemporary arts and culture programme. He chats to performance poet John Hegley.
DetailsClaudia Winkleman rounds up the week's arts and entertainment action. Joining her is the man behind Britpoppers The Auteurs, Luke Haines.
DetailsMatthew Wright presents a sharp contemporary arts and culture programme. Featuring interviews with Hollywood stars Sylvester Stallone and Morgan Freeman.
DetailsActress Sian Phillips, best-selling author Freya North and musician Ruarri Joseph join Claudia for her round-up of the arts.
DetailsClaudia Winkleman is joined by singer and actress Jane McDonald, and Chandrika Chevli reports on The Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
DetailsFeaturing interviews with Will Smith and Mickey Rourke. Plus, hear a world exclusive preview of Bruce Springsteen talking about his songwriting.
DetailsEve Pollard sits in for Claudia and she looks at the latest dance events across the UK. She also talks to the author Jeanette Winterson.
DetailsMatthew Wright presents a sharp contemporary arts and culture programme and chats to stars of BBC TV's The Mighty Boosh Noel Fielding and Julian Barrett.
DetailsLynn Parsons sits in for Claudia Winkleman with a quirky arts show and guests from the worlds of film, music, theatre and TV.
DetailsMatthew Wright presents a sharp contemporary arts and culture programme. His guest is comedian Jimmy Carr.
DetailsWith a live session from Duke Special; Whoopi Goldberg talks about producing the new musical 'Sister Act'; and actor John Cho discusses the new Star Trek movie.
DetailsClaudia Winkleman showcases the best artists at this year's Latitude Festival, with guests including Squeeze and comedian Lenny Beige.
DetailsClaudia Winkleman presents a sharp contemporary arts and culture programme. Guests include Yoko Ono and Teddy Thompson.
DetailsMatthew Wright presents a sharp contemporary arts and culture programme and chats to Ringo Starr about his latest album.
DetailsMatthew looks ahead to the Bafta Awards, chatting with director Mike Leigh. Ash Atalla, one of the forces behind BBC TV's The Office, talks about the state of British comedy.
DetailsClaudia Winkleman talks to Bend It Like Beckham director Gurinder Chada about her latest work.
DetailsLynn Parsons sits in for Claudia Winkleman and is joined by the queen of TV crime drama, Lynda La Plante. She talks about her new book, Silent Scream, and working with Helen Mirren.
DetailsJo Whiley sits in for Claudia Winkleman. Join her for a full entertainment round-up, great tunes and Florence and The Machine playing live.
DetailsClaudia previews the BAFTA film awards and talks to the novelist Adele Parks. Plus she is joined by Rupert Goold, Associate Director of The Royal Shakespeare Company.
DetailsEve Pollard sits in for Claudia and celebrates World Poetry Day and interviews the actress Fiona Shaw. Plus there's all the latest news on photography exhibitions with Sue Steward.
DetailsClaudia enjoys a foray into the world of gothic Victorian romps in the company of author Sarah Waters and chats to actress Lesley Joseph. Plus VV Brown performs live in the studio.
DetailsStylist Jay Hunt talks frocks and foxtrots ahead of BBC TV's Strictly Come Dancing series.
DetailsMatthew Wright chats to the winner of this year's Booker Prize, Anne Enright.
DetailsClaudia is joined by comedians Lee Mack and Tim Vine, and the actress Janie Dee. Plus, designer Ben De Lisi talks Oscar outfits.
DetailsLorraine Kelly sits in for Claudia Winkleman. With philosopher Alain De Botton, country singers Billie Jo Spears and Stella Parton, and comic actors James Corden and Matthew Horne.
DetailsMatthew Wright presents a sharp contemporary arts and culture programme.
DetailsClaudia hosts a dance special, featuring leading choreographer Arlene Phillips, and premier dancers from the Northern Ballet; Hannah Bateman and Kenneth Tindall.
DetailsClaudia Winkleman rounds up the week's arts action and is joined by pop superstar Sting for an intimate chat about his career and new musical direction.
DetailsJack Docherty present the arts and culture programme and is joined by Sir David Frost, who talks about the return of The Frost Report to the BBC after a 40-year absence.
DetailsClaudia has a special report from the Cannes Film Festival, and she talks to Kath and Kim star Jane Turner. Plus she discusses art with critic Estelle Lovatt.
DetailsJo Whiley sits in for Claudia Winkleman. Phillippa Gregory talks about her latest book, The White Queen. Plus film reviews with Charles Gant and live music from The Yeah You's.
DetailsWriter and broadcaster Peter Curran sits in for Matthew Wright and talks to philosopher AC Grayling.
DetailsFeaturing comic actress Dawn French and musician Damon Albarn.
DetailsPeter Curran presents a sharp contemporary arts and culture programme.
DetailsClaudia Winkleman's in Glasgow for the world's biggest winter Arts Festival - Celtic Connections. With Scottish music and interviews including Deacon Blue's Ricky Ross.
DetailsJack Docherty sits in for Matthew Wright and previews this weekend's Oscars to be held in Hollywood.
DetailsFeaturing Julian Clary, 80s pop group Kajagoogoo, West End star Ray Quinn and, as Radio 2's Love Where You Live campaign continues, tips on how to set up a community arts group.
DetailsAlex Lester sits in for Claudia Winkleman and presents a sharp contemporary arts and culture programme.
DetailsFeaturing actor Michael Sheen and comic Rhod Gilbert.
DetailsEve Pollard sits in for Claudia and talks to David McAlmont, and on the anniversary of Shakespeare's birth and death, we hear from the Artistic Director of the Globe Theatre.
DetailsMatthew chats to Britain's very own Indiana Jones, Professor Tudor Parfitt, who reveals what he's found in his 20-year quest for the Lost Ark of the Covenant.
DetailsClaudia's guest is actor and director Barrie Rutter, whose production of Shakespeare's Othello stars Lenny Henry in the title role.
DetailsJack Docherty sits in for Matthew Wright and reviews the latest Michael Caine and Jude Law movie, Sleuth.
DetailsLorraine Kelly sits in for Claudia Winkleman with Dolly Parton, Helen Mirren, live music from Jessica Clemmons and horn player Guy Barker previewing the Cheltenham Jazz Festival.
DetailsJoin Claudia for the latest from the world of arts and entertainment. With old Etonian and classical music lover James Palumbo on how he created the Ministry of Sound global brand.
DetailsClaudia Winkleman chats to twitcher Bill Oddie and singer Mari Wilson.
DetailsMatthew Wright presents a sharp contemporary arts and culture programme.
DetailsMatthew Wright presents a sharp contemporary arts and culture programme and looks at films starring Radio 2's very own Russell Brand and John Hurt.
DetailsMatthew Wright presents a sharp contemporary arts and culture programme.
DetailsClaudia is joined by Sebastian Faulks to discuss his book A Week In December, which looks at the collapse in the financial markets and the cost to society, families and individuals.
DetailsClaudia Winkleman talks to actress Lesley Sharp and author Joanna Trollope. She also discusses the merits of World Book Day with Young Bond author and comedian Charlie Higson.
DetailsClaudia speaks to playwright Sebastian Barry and discusses dance and film. Plus, ahead of World Theatre Day, we look at the latest plays on and off West End.
DetailsStanley Johnson on his life and adventures; Mica Paris adds some soul; keyboard player and vocalist Elio Pace performs. Plus Mexican films stars Diego Luna and Gael Garcia Bernal.
DetailsClaudia Winkleman presents a sharp contemporary arts and culture programme. She chats to Thunderbirds creator Gerry Anderson and comic Katy Brand.
DetailsMatthew Wright presents a sharp contemporary arts and culture programme, and chats to wine wizard Oz Clarke.
DetailsClaudia Winkleman presents the best from her shows in 2008.
DetailsAlex Lester sits in for Claudia Winkleman. His guests are sculptor and creator of the Angel of the North Anthony Gormley and best-selling author John Grogan.
DetailsLorraine Kelly sits in for Claudia Winkleman. Her guests are author Daniel Depp (Johnny's half-brother) and West End star Jodie Prenger.
DetailsMatthew Wright presents a sharp contemporary arts and culture programme.
DetailsJo Whiley sits in for Claudia Winkleman with the week's arts action. Rodrigo Y Gabriela join her for an intimate live performance.
DetailsJack Docherty sits in for Matthew Wright, and chats to Lynval Golding and Terry Hall formerly of ska band The Specials.
DetailsClaudia talks to Ramin Karimloo - who plays The Phantom in Andrew Lloyd Webber's Love Never Dies. Plus she discusses the latest dance events across the UK.
DetailsMatthew Wright presents a sharp contemporary arts and culture programme. He chats to former MP Roy Hattersley, as well as previewing the latest George Clooney film.
DetailsWith comedy chat from Alexei Sayle and Sandi Toksvig. Plus, Sir Paul McCartney talks about his latest work.
DetailsMatthew Wright looks back at the year's film, theatre and book releases, as well as the Tutankhamun exhibition. He is joined by regular critics Angie Errigo and Charlie Spencer.
DetailsClaudia Winkleman is joined by Quantum of Solace Bond girl Gemma Arterton who talks about her new starring role on the London stage.
DetailsMatthew looks at two comedic offerings starring Nicole Kidman and Uma Thurman, as he continues to review the latest films, books and plays.
DetailsHardeep Singh Kohli sits in for Claudia Winkleman with a round-up of the week's arts news. His guests include star chef Angela Hartnett and musician Talvin Singh.
DetailsClaudia Winkleman presents a sharp contemporary arts and culture programme. With guest Fight Club author Chuck Palahniuk.
DetailsClaudia Winkleman chats to actor Ricky Tomlinson and Steven Berkoff discusses his stage adaptation of On The Waterfront.
DetailsClaudia talks to the acclaimed writer Anthony Horowitz about his life and his career, and to the legendary musician Brian Eno.
DetailsMatthew Wright reviews the Sex and the City movie, and chats to Sparks brothers Ron and Russell Mael about their latest work.
DetailsEnjoy a unique evening of music and chat live from Maida Vale with Claudia Winkleman and guests Scouting For Girls and Nell Bryden.
DetailsMatthew Wright presents a sharp contemporary arts and culture programme. He chats to musician, composer and singer Robert Wyatt.
DetailsClaudia celebrates The Rocky Horror Picture Show with creator Richard O' Brien. Mark Radcliffe has news from the Cambridge Folk Festival and Dakota play live.
DetailsClaudia Winkleman presents a sharp contemporary arts and culture programme. With Ray Davies of The Kinks.
DetailsIn the first all new Arts Show, Claudia meets Claude-Michel Schonberg, who composed Les Miserables, and Sandra Hebron, artistic director of the BFI, plus actors Tim and Sam West.
DetailsClaudia discusses the 62nd Annual Primetime Emmy Awards. Plus she talks to the actors Simon Ward and Susan Penhaligon who are starring in The Madness of King George III.
DetailsClaudia meets actors Henry Goodman and David Haig who are starring in Yes, Prime Minister on stage. Plus leading historical fiction author Conn Iggulden on his new book.
DetailsClaudia's joined by Adam Garcia and Douglas Mills from Tap Dogs. Plus she discusses art with critic Estelle Lovatt, and talks about Shrek Forever After.
DetailsClaudia talks to children's author Jacqueline Wilson, and poets Ian McMillan and Murray Lachlan Young talk about National Poetry Day. Plus news of the Brighton Comedy Festival.
DetailsClaudia discusses the major new international exhibition Impressionist Gardens. Plus she talks to Philippa Gregory, leading historical fiction author, about her latest novel.
DetailsClaudia talks to actor John Nettles who's playing Claudius alongside John Simm in Hamlet in Sheffield. Plus there's theatre with Michael Billington and dance with Judith Mackrell.
DetailsClaudia is joined by actress Haydn Gwynne and dancer Brendan Cole. Plus she previews 2011's big films with Xan Brooks and talks photography with Sue Steward.
DetailsArts magazine programme. Claudia speaks to Ben Barnes, who plays King Caspian in The Chronicles of Narnia: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader. Plus Christmas poems from Roger McGough.
DetailsClaudia meets actor Charlie Clements - last seen falling off a roof as Bradley in EastEnders - who's about to star in Dickens' The Haunting, alongside Paul Nicholas.
DetailsClaudia talks to William Trevitt and Michael Nunn, alias the Ballet Boyz. Plus she discusses one of 2011's most significant films, Black Swan; and reviews the Costa Book Awards.
DetailsClaudia is joined by American crime writer Karin Slaughter. Plus theatre reviews from Michael Billington and the latest from the world of dance.
DetailsClaudia talks to Richard Thomas, creator of Jerry Springer: The Opera, about his show Shoes which celebrates women's love of sexy shoes.
DetailsClaudia is joined by the tenor Alfie Boe, and by Michael Peppiatt, leading authority on the Swiss scupltor Alberto Giacometti. Plus she discusses The Turner Prize.
DetailsLive from Edinburgh, Claudia has all the latest news and views from the 2010 Fringe. With special guests including Sarah Millican, Alex Horne and dancing doctor Peter Lovatt.
DetailsPenny Smith sits in for Claudia Winkleman and speaks to contemporary artist Jack Vettriano and music producer William Orbit. There is also a special on British film.
DetailsClaudia is joined by Matthew Bourne OBE, celebrated ballet and dance choreographer. Plus actress Jessica Hynes discusses Bristol Jam improvisation festival.
DetailsClaudia talks to Percy Jackson author Rick Riordan, and to David Bintley, director of Birmingham Royal Ballet. Plus a preview of the London Jazz Festival.
DetailsClaudia has a special interview with Ruth Mackenzie, Director of the 2012 Cultural Olympiad. Plus the New Radio 2 Arts Show verdict on the new Harry Potter film, Deathly Hallows.
DetailsClaudia meets Paul Mellia, one of a few artists officially licensed to copy Marvel characters. Plus all-female comedy troupe Lady Garden preview the Manchester Comedy Festival.
Details...Claudia Winkleman. Claudia meets star of BBC TV's Mistresses Sharon Small, and the composer Carl Davis. Plus Charles Gant reviews the latest films.
DetailsClaudia features the new exhibition on comic art at Tate Britain, plus she discusses the best summer reading blockbusters for people not interested in The World Cup.
DetailsClaudia talks to iconic photographer David Bailey about his first ever exhibition of sculpture. And artistic director Paul Roseby discusses the National Youth Theatre.
DetailsClaudia talks to master of the macabre Jeremy Dyson about Roald Dahl's Twisted Tales, the first ever stage adaptation of the best loved author's short stories for adults.
DetailsPenny Smith sits in for Claudia and she talks to the author of The Gruffalo Julia Donaldson. Plus she discusses the Northern Art Prize, and the formidable British artist Lowry.
DetailsClaudia talks to author Andrea Levy, and hears about events at the Edinburgh Film Festival. She also interviews the actor Roger Lloyd Pack about The Ledbury Poetry Festival.
DetailsClaudia is joined by Spooks actress Miranda Raison who plays Anne Boleyn at The Globe Theatre.
DetailsClaudia talks to the author Sue Townsend about the Adrian Mole phenomenon, and to the singer Jacqui Dankworth. Plus movie critic Charles Gant has the latest film info.
DetailsClaudia features the celebrated opera company Opera North, and she discusses the latest and best plays and shows with theatre critic Michael Billington.
DetailsClaudia has a special on the third film in the Twilight Saga - Eclipse. With vampirical guests and music.
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