The New Radio 2 Arts Show with Claudia Winkleman - Featuring Ruth Mackenzie; Director of the 2012 Cultural Olympiad

Claudia has a special interview with Ruth Mackenzie: Director of the 2012 Cultural Olympiad on why we need a Cultural Olympiad. And there's Australian comedian, musician and composer Tim Minchin. Tim's written the music and lyrics to Matilda, A Musical, The Royal Shakespeare Company's forthcoming production on Matilda - Roald Dahl's magical story about a little girl with extraordinary powers which has been a favourite novel for millions of children across the world since it was first published in 1988. Head of Education at the Anne Frank Trust, Lucy Glennon, tells us about the stories and fables which Anne Frank is less well known for which have recently been published in the UK under the title Anne Frank's Tales From The Secret Annexe. Neil Hannon from The Divine Comedy and Tom Morris, artistic director of the Bristol Old Vic discuss the new production of Swallows and Amazons which Neil has written the music and lyrics for. As the Young Vic Theatre celebrates its 40th anniversary, the BBC's Jane Hill looks back at the enduring success of one of London's most celebrated theatres, and whether it continues to live up to its original vision of being cheap, informal and democratic. Plus the New Radio 2 Arts Show verdict on the new Harry Potter film; Deathly Hallows, and Estelle Lovatt reviews the latest art exhibitions.