dimanche 30 avril 2017

Damian Lewis on Billions, Obama and The Goat

The Homeland actor talks about his latest work... and does a pretty good Obama impression. Damian Lewis on Billions, Obama and The Goat

vendredi 28 avril 2017

Hip hop tearing up the main stage

Breakin' Convention brings together the world's finest at Sadler's Wells Video Journalist: Alex Stanger. Producer: Claudia Redmond Hip hop tearing up the main stage

Picasso was 'misogynistic', says friend

An exhibition of Picasso's art has opened in the Gagosian museum in London, curated by a close friend. Picasso was 'misogynistic', says friend

Richard Long sculpture at Houghton Hall in Norfolk

The artist's journeys on foot around the world served as inspiration for the abstract sculptures. Richard Long sculpture at Houghton Hall in Norfolk

Johnny Depp and other stars in dying fan's zombie movie

The Make A Film Foundation made cancer patient Anthony Conti’s dying wish come true. Johnny Depp and other stars in dying fan's zombie movie

Mum has hit with Ed Sheeran song parenting parody

A parody of Shape of You, which includes the lyrics "I gag at the smell of poo", is a Facebook hit. Mum has hit with Ed Sheeran song parenting parody

Donald Trump impersonators compete in Los Angeles

Ten Donald Trump impersonators have competed in Los Angeles to win a comedy club contract. Donald Trump impersonators compete in Los Angeles

jeudi 27 avril 2017

Gold Darth Vader mask goes on sale in Japan

The solid gold head has been valued at $1.4m (£1.1m). Gold Darth Vader mask goes on sale in Japan

mercredi 26 avril 2017

Caitlyn Jenner talks about life as a transwoman and why she prefers being single.

Caitlyn Jenner has released a memoir entitled The Secrets Of My Life. She talks to Women's Hour about the journey she has been on since her transition two years ago. Caitlyn Jenner talks about life as a transwoman and why she prefers being single.

mardi 25 avril 2017

La La Land Day is declared in Los Angeles

The Mayor of Los Angeles has declared a special day to celebrate the Oscar-winning film. La La Land Day is declared in Los Angeles

Bruno Mars fans blast Birmingham show ticket 'farce'

"Hundreds" of fans were left outside the star's gig venue because of ticketing problems. Bruno Mars fans blast Birmingham show ticket 'farce'

Why Zoe Saldana almost turned down Guardians of the Galaxy

Hollywood actress Zoe Saldana reveals why she nearly turned down her latest film role. Why Zoe Saldana almost turned down Guardians of the Galaxy

lundi 24 avril 2017

Nafisah Baba wins BBC Young Dancer 2017 Prize

Nafisah Baba, a 20-year-old dancer from London, has won the BBC Young Dancer 2017 Prize. Nafisah Baba wins BBC Young Dancer 2017 Prize

vendredi 21 avril 2017

William and Kate surprise Radio 1 visit

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge surprise Radio 1's Adele Roberts ahead of her marathon run. William and Kate surprise Radio 1 visit

jeudi 20 avril 2017

Nicki Minaj video filmed on Westminster Bridge

The rapper's new video has been released, parts of which were filmed a day before March's attack. Nicki Minaj video filmed on Westminster Bridge

mercredi 19 avril 2017

Trombones play the same tune for charity

Musicians around the world rally to raise money for trombonist who has cancer. Trombones play the same tune for charity

mardi 18 avril 2017

Will and Grace star: Revival will be 'topical'

Megan Mullally, who played Karen in hit show Will and Grace, hints that new series will discuss Donald Trump's presidency. Will and Grace star: Revival will be 'topical'

Prince William and Lady Gaga discuss mental health

Watch an excerpt of their video conversation from their homes in London and Los Angeles. Prince William and Lady Gaga discuss mental health

Daniel Mays: Line of Duty 'will run and run'

Daniel Mays, who is nominated for a TV Bafta for his role in Line of Duty, says Jed Mercurio's writing is the best he's ever worked with. Daniel Mays: Line of Duty 'will run and run'

dimanche 16 avril 2017

Looking a right Charlie Chaplin

Charlie Chaplin fans gather at Manoir de Ban in Vevey, Switzerland, to mark the star's 128th birthday. Looking a right Charlie Chaplin

samedi 15 avril 2017

The racing driver who became a ballerina

After nearly a decade in motorsport, Sophie's now one of the first transgender students to sit a prestigious Royal Academy of Dance exam. The racing driver who became a ballerina

Slate quarry strike: Art bid to heal divisions

Can a community project help end more than a century of animosity sparked by a strike? Slate quarry strike: Art bid to heal divisions

Untethered: Teenagers then and now

Untethered is an exhibition comparing the teenage experience of the 1970s to today. Untethered: Teenagers then and now

Fifty years on: A turning point in history

Alan Cumming & Ian McKellen read from the parliamentary speeches that helped alter law on homosexuality. Fifty years on: A turning point in history

The music of Henry VIII's last wife brought to life

The music of Henry VIII's sixth wife Catherine Parr is performed for the first time in 470 years. The music of Henry VIII's last wife brought to life

Nafisah Baba performs for a place in the Grand Final

Nafisah Baba performs for a place in the Grand Final of BBC Young Dancer Nafisah Baba performs for a place in the Grand Final

Brian Eno's app Reflection uses science to create music

Music pioneer Brian Eno discusses his generative music app Reflection. Brian Eno's app Reflection uses science to create music

vendredi 14 avril 2017

Reinventing the Japanese home after the war

An exhibition in London traces the reinvention of the traditional Japanese home after World War Two. Reinventing the Japanese home after the war

Ella Fitzgerald: A 'puritan in bohemia'

The Today programme explores the enduring legacy of first lady of jazz, Ella Fitzgerald Ella Fitzgerald: A 'puritan in bohemia'

Neil Bartlett and Paris Lees on homosexuality bill

Neil Bartlett and Paris Lees discuss the decriminalisation of homosexuality 50 years on from the 1967 legislation. Neil Bartlett and Paris Lees on homosexuality bill

One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest: Nurse Ratched 40 years on

Louise Fletcher, who plays Nurse Ratched, reflects on One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest: Nurse Ratched 40 years on

jeudi 13 avril 2017

Syrian-American poet's view of the conflict

Amal Kassir lost 11 family members in Syria last Tuesday - but not in the suspected chemical attack. Syrian-American poet's view of the conflict

Katie Price calls for online trolls register

The former glamour model and her son talk to BBC 5 live about online trolls and cyber-bullies. Katie Price calls for online trolls register

DJ Paul Oakenfold hosts Everest party

The DJ performed at Mount Everest base camp to raise money for victims of the Nepal earthquake. DJ Paul Oakenfold hosts Everest party

mercredi 12 avril 2017

The artist who draws cancer patients

Simon Tolhurst has drawn around 250 cancer patients and their families as UCLH Artist in Residence. The artist who draws cancer patients

mardi 11 avril 2017

Meet Sesame Street's first autistic character, Julia

Big Bird tries to interact with Julia in her TV debut. Meet Sesame Street's first autistic character, Julia

What's it like to be the University Challenge announcer?

Roger Tilling has been the announcer on the show for the last 20 years What's it like to be the University Challenge announcer?

Aberdeen body snatcher tale told in new film

The dubious dealings of a grave-robbing anatomist are the inspiration behind a new film being shot in the North East. Aberdeen body snatcher tale told in new film

South African artist using art to 'find her identity'

Lady Skollie has drawn on her Khoisan roots for her first solo exhibition in London. South African artist using art to 'find her identity'

Author who turned Black Lives Matter into best-selling novel

Angie Thomas on how the Black Lives Matter movement inspired her best-selling novel The Hate U Give. Author who turned Black Lives Matter into best-selling novel

lundi 10 avril 2017

John Ridley's Guerilla tells story of UK Black Panthers

The '12 Years A Slave' writer discovers police's covert 'black power desk' to monitor UK's Black activists during the 1970s. John Ridley's Guerilla tells story of UK Black Panthers

Should theatre actors use an autocue?

Production company Complicite has been criticised for allowing actors to use an autocue Should theatre actors use an autocue?

Gene Simmons pays tribute to Chuck Berry

Kiss rocker Gene Simmons was among those to pay tribute to Chuck Berry, who died in March aged 90. Gene Simmons pays tribute to Chuck Berry

samedi 8 avril 2017

John Yuyi: The artist behind Gucci's viral campaign

A Taiwanese artist used by Gucci for her social media art talks about her struggles with anxiety. John Yuyi: The artist behind Gucci's viral campaign

'Inhaling knowledge in the library'

Scientists at University College London are working on a project to capture aromas for their historic value. 'Inhaling knowledge in the library'

Barrie Chase recalls 'Fred Astaire's indefinable magic'

Dancer Barrie Chase speaks to BBC Breakfast about dancing with the legendary Fred Astaire. Barrie Chase recalls 'Fred Astaire's indefinable magic'

vendredi 7 avril 2017

Ivette Ivens captures the bond between generations

Photographer explores the relationship between grandparents and grandchildren. Ivette Ivens captures the bond between generations

Theatr Colwyn signs up to dementia friendly screenings

They offer people living with dementia the chance to enjoy arts and cultural events with their family and friends. Theatr Colwyn signs up to dementia friendly screenings

jeudi 6 avril 2017

Damien Hirst on his new shipwreck exhibition

Treasures from the Wreck of the Unbelievable took a decade to make, and cost the artist "a lot of money". Damien Hirst on his new shipwreck exhibition

Teen invites La La Land's Emma Stone to prom

Jacob Staudenmaier from Arizona needed to go the extra mile - his intended date is actress Emma Stone. Teen invites La La Land's Emma Stone to prom

Kendall Jenner Pepsi advert: Why did it wind people up?

The firm pulled the advert starring Kendall Jenner after a social media backlash. Kendall Jenner Pepsi advert: Why did it wind people up?

Lord Sugar on how to deal with failure

Taekwondo athlete Lutalo Muhammad speaks to Lord Sugar about bouncing back from failure. Lord Sugar on how to deal with failure

BBC presenter Charlie Stayt tries out Jamiroquai's headgear

BBC Breakfast presenter Charlie Stayt tries out Jay Kay from Jamiroquai's new hat BBC presenter Charlie Stayt tries out Jamiroquai's headgear

Elton John: 'I have 7,000 vinyl records'

Elton John on his love of record stores Elton John: 'I have 7,000 vinyl records'

mercredi 5 avril 2017

Fay Weldon on what her generation of feminists got wrong

Author Fay Weldon talks to Newsnight about her new book ‘Death of a She Devil’ and why feminism hasn’t turned out as well as she hoped Fay Weldon on what her generation of feminists got wrong

Vika Bull asks whether Etta James influenced singers like Adele

Etta James's tragic life story has been brought to the stage in a show called At Last. Australian singer Vika Bull explains how Etta influenced the next generation of soul singers. Vika Bull asks whether Etta James influenced singers like Adele

Hijabi rapper Mona Haydar: 'There's been a lot of backlash'

Syrian-American Muslim poet Mona Haydar tells BBC World Service about reaction to her song celebrating Muslim women who wear the headscarf. Hijabi rapper Mona Haydar: 'There's been a lot of backlash'

The man who lived inside a giant wooden egg

Artist Stephen Turner lived on the egg from July 2013 until July 2014. The man who lived inside a giant wooden egg

Selfies in silk: African textile art

Billie Zangewa was among almost 100 African artists whose work was displayed at the Paris Art Fair. Selfies in silk: African textile art

Harry Potter: Sir Ian McKellen reveals why he turned down Dumbledore role

The Lord of the Rings star explains why he couldn't take on the role after Richard Harris's death. Harry Potter: Sir Ian McKellen reveals why he turned down Dumbledore role

mardi 4 avril 2017

The Fate of the Furious: Scott Eastwood on forgetting to pay parking fines

The Fate of the Furious star Scott Eastwood talks to the BBC about his role in the franchise, forgetting to pay his parking fines and his Top Gear dream. The Fate of the Furious: Scott Eastwood on forgetting to pay parking fines

Learn Jane Austen, 'thug' style

Meet the man who does Jane Austen 'thug' style Learn Jane Austen, 'thug' style

Riz Ahmed on his choice of roles

British actor Riz Ahmed says he is “just trying to represent and reflect his own experience” through his choice of film roles. Riz Ahmed on his choice of roles

Downton Abbey writer criticises mumbled TV dialogue

Downton Abbey creator Lord Fellowes and Labour's Lord Blunkett drawn into House of Lords question on TV dramas. Downton Abbey writer criticises mumbled TV dialogue

A look at the famous faces of Newsround

We look back at the presenters who got their first break on Newsround, on the show's 45th birthday. A look at the famous faces of Newsround

Has Brexit been good for satire?

While Brexit and Trump may have been good for the press, they have caused problems in the world of comedy. Has Brexit been good for satire?

Disney animators explain why cartoon characters only have three fingers

Disney animators explain the missing digit and give the BBC a drawing masterclass. Disney animators explain why cartoon characters only have three fingers

lundi 3 avril 2017

Kenya's rising ballet star Joel Kioko

Joel Kioko has gone from growing up in a slum in Kenya's capital to being trained in a US ballet school. Kenya's rising ballet star Joel Kioko

dimanche 2 avril 2017

Actor with OCD 'fears injury when sitting down'

Former Coronation Street actor Ian Puleston-Davies discusses the symptoms of his Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. Actor with OCD 'fears injury when sitting down'

Robin Bunce: 'Darcus was simply a remarkable man'

Writer Robin Bunce has paid tribute to Darcus Howe who has died aged 74. Robin Bunce: 'Darcus was simply a remarkable man'

Film star John Cusack 'glad to be invited to Belfast'

Hollywood actor John Cusack is in Belfast for a number of events as part of the Belfast Film Festival, including a talk to more than 150 politics students at St Mary's College. Film star John Cusack 'glad to be invited to Belfast'

Shakespearean pad stuns Antiques Roadshow on Caversham Park episode

The 17th Century notebook is described as "extraordinary" by manuscripts specialist Matthew Haley. Shakespearean pad stuns Antiques Roadshow on Caversham Park episode

samedi 1 avril 2017

Baby photographer Anne Geddes on her career

New book, Small World, celebrates 30 years of snapping little people. Baby photographer Anne Geddes on her career

Matthew Smith, 11, to conduct symphony orchestra

Matthew Smith will take charge of 75 adult musicians when they perform Die Fledermaus. Matthew Smith, 11, to conduct symphony orchestra

Norwich Castle Museum: At home in a dolls' house exhibition

A collection of homes that most can only aspire, whether you are a doll or its owner, has gone on display. Norwich Castle Museum: At home in a dolls' house exhibition

Arterton plays propaganda screenwriter in Their Finest

Actress Gemma Arterton plays a World War Two screenwriter in new film Their Finest. Arterton plays propaganda screenwriter in Their Finest

Senior stars step out on the New York catwalk

A senior fashion show in New York City drew applause for an array of designs - many of them hand-sewn. Senior stars step out on the New York catwalk