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 (7)
1. Shylock's Ghost
Aired 27 October 2015 • 70 min
Alan Yentob travels to the ghetto in Venice with award-winning novelist Howard Jacobson as he embarks on a retelling of Shakespeare's most performed play, The Merchant of Venice.
2. Antony Gormley: Being Human
Aired 3 November 2015 • 70 min
Alan Yentob meets sculptor Antony Gormley, creator of the iconic Angel of the North, and uncovers the influences that have shaped his life and work.
3. My Curious Documentary
Aired 10 November 2015 • 80 min
Imagine meets those involved with the stage production of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time and discovers how it has transformed the public's perception of autism.
4. The Last Impresario
Aired 17 November 2015 • 90 min
The story of British theatre and film producer Michael White who has produced over 300 shows including hits such as A Chorus Line, Sleuth and The Rocky Horror Show.
5. The Ecstasy of Wilko Johnson
Aired 24 November 2015
Julien Temple updates the remarkable story of Dr Feelgood musician Wilko Johnson. Reflecting on his impending death, Johnson muses on the transformative power of mortality.
6. David Chipperfield: A Place to Be
Aired 1 December 2015 • 69 min
Alan Yentob talks to British architect David Chipperfield about his breakthrough in Berlin, his love of the city and the 11 years spent on the transformation of the Neues Museum.
7. Carlos Acosta: Cuba Calls
Aired 8 December 2015 • 75 min
Imagine follows Cuban ballet superstar Carlos Acosta as he masterminds a new production of Carmen for the Royal Ballet before embarking on a series of new projects in Cuba.