- FRANCE 24

07/02/2012 - CULTURE

Emel Mathlouthi: the voice of the Arab Spring

In today’s show we’re hearing from the voice of Tunisia’s Jasmine Revolution: singer Emel Mathlouthi tells Catherine Nicholson about how she expresses her hopes and fears for her country through music. Then a preview of the all-singing, all-dancing, all-nun musical sensation that is Sister Act. We’re also saying happy 200th birthday to Charles Dickens.

03/02/2012 - CULTURE

Through the lens of Dominique Issermann

We meet Dominique Issermann, photographer to the stars, to talk about her beautiful images of the supermodel Laetitia Casta. Also on the show, "EuroCrash! The Musical", the show that's getting laughs despite the sinking economy, and great expectations for Charles Dickens' bicentenary.

20/01/2012 - CULTURE

Katia Guerreiro: fated for fado

In today’s programme, Eve Jackson meets the doctor with the epic voice, Portuguese fado singer Katia Guerreiro. Also on the show: Britten's Shakespearean comedy "A Midsummer Night's Dream" gets an African style revamp and Louis XIV's accurate, detailed and historic jewels go on display in Paris.

12/01/2012 - CULTURE

Lionel Shriver's honest vision of death

The author of "We Need To Talk About Kevin," Lionel Shriver, is in the studio to discuss her new novel "So Much For That". It slams the US health care system and shows the devastating effect of illness on relationships. Plus, "Sex in the Arab City" opens in Paris and a one to one with one of the biggest criminals of the 20th century.

20/12/2011 - CULTURE

Sharing the Gospel Love

In today’s culture show, Gospel Love are spreading the Christmas cheer with some live music. We're also exploring the life of Sarah Bernhardt; the French actress and her champagne-drinking alligator were more than a match for today's celebrities. And after decades of artists being caned, is Singapore lightening up about graffiti?

12/12/2011 - CULTURE

DJ CAM, master of mix

In today’s show Eve Jackson talks to one of the founders of the trip-hop scene, DJ Cam, about his new album. Also on the programme, songs from a broken hearted pop princess, Coeur De Pirate. Then - how do you solve a problem like the winter blues? With a trip to see one of the many musicals hitting Paris theatres of course.

17/11/2011 - CULTURE

Charlie Winston, France's sweetheart

He's France's sweetheart and believe it or not, he's English. Charlie Winston plays live in the studio. Also, we head to a performance by an unlikely French and Indian duo. Finally, we get a sneak preview of Elizabeth Taylor's jewels on display in Paris before they go under the hammer.

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11/11/2011 - CULTURE

Rival Sons are reviving rock

The rockers Rival Sons join us in the studio - we meet the band that have burst onto the scene with their old school, blues-based rock'n'roll sound. But first, we discover horses ridden by skeletons. Finally, we look at a homage to one of France’s most famous dandies, Yves Montand.

11/11/2011 - CULTURE

Fashion gets sexy

We're exploring all things sexy and sensual in the fashion world this week, kicking off with a series of three performances celebrating femininity at Paris' Maison de Métallos. Up next, Versace's H&M collaboration is set to be loud and super sexy; Donatella Versace reveals what the brand has in store for us. Plus, we take a look at the first images of the iconic 16th annual Victoria's Secret show.

09/11/2011 - CULTURE

Ben Howard talks surfing and success

On today’s show we chat to Ben Howard, the laid-back anti-pop star whose music is causing a stir in the UK. He serenades us live in the studio. Also on the programme, a new play shows us both sides of the late visionary Steve Jobs. Finally, we head to London for a look at Leonardo Da Vinci's work in what could be the greatest exhibition of the year.