About this season
The biggest names from the world of art, film, music, literature and dance. Alan Yentob gets close up with those shaping today's cultural world.
Episodes (8)
1. Nigel Kennedy's Polish Adventure
Aired 15 June 2010 • 50 min
Nigel Kennedy now lives in Poland, where he fronts an all-Polish jazz band. Alan Yentob follows him as he explores the rich musical traditions of his adopted homeland.
2. Art Is Child's Play
Aired 22 June 2010 • 50 min
Alan Yentob considers the influence of play with some leading British artists, including Tracey Emin, Grayson Perry, Marc Quinn, Gavin Turk and David Bailey.
3. Diana Athill – Growing Old Disgracefully
Aired 29 June 2010 • 60 min
Alan Yentob meets Diana Athill, who became a celebrity in her 90s thanks to her frank and entertaining memoirs which chart a life less ordinary.
4. Tom Jones – What Good Am I?
Aired 6 July 2010 • 59 min
Alan Yentob examines the extraordinary story of one of Britain's most recognisable pop icons, Sir Tom Jones. In a frank and revealing interview, Sir Tom describes his rise to fame.
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