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09/02/2012 - CULTURE

‘Kill It Kid’ bringing the blues back

On today’s Culture show, full bodied blues courtesy of Kill It Kid – the British band taking their inspiration from legends such as Led Zeppelin join Catherine Nicholson in the studio. There are also the voluptuous bodies of Lucian Freud – a guided tour of the new retrospective on the late British artist’s paintings in London. And we have lithe and muscular bodies courtesy of the Paris Opera Ballet – who are taking on Pina Bausch’s contemporary version of Orpheus and Eurydices.

08/02/2012 - CULTURE

Marlon Roudette conquers Europe

Marlon Roudette’s hitting number 1 around Europe with his catchy hit "New Age." On today’s show, he tells us about what has influenced his laid-back sound, and why Lana Del Rey is high on his collaboration hit list. We’re also checking out Cold War spy thriller "Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy", and peeking into Queen Elizabeth II’s family photo album thanks to a new exhibition.

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.

02/02/2012 - CULTURE

Seeing double: the Mona Lisa's twin

In today’s show: Mona Lisa's hotter 'twin sister' is discovered 500 years on. But first, South Africa's best crime writer, Deon Meyer, talks to us about his latest novel "Trackers." Plus, astounding wildlife footage is given a child-friendly narrative hook in Disney's "African Cats."

01/02/2012 - CULTURE

A 'Twilight Portrait' of Russia

Discover a disturbing portrait of modern day Russia in today's Culture show. The director Angelina Nikonova speaks to Eve Jackson about her award winning film, "Twilight Portrait." Also on the programme, Lana Del Rey is set to face the music as her album "Born to Die" hits the shelves and we visit Berlin's art supermarket.

31/01/2012 - CULTURE

'Elles' explores female sexuality

In today’s show, Juliette Binoche enters dark and controversial territory in ‘Elles.’ Director Malgoska Szumowska joins us in the studio to explain why the film has got everyone talking. We also visit Christian Dior's childhood home and take a look at Scarlett Johansson's directorial debut.

30/01/2012 - CULTURE

Nicholas Evans revisits the American West

His first novel "The Horse Whisperer" became one of the best selling books of all time - the author Nicholas Evans is in the studio to talk about his latest book "The Brave." Then Donatella's comeback, Galliano's stand in, Chanel's stewardess chic and Gaultier's tribute to Amy Winehouse: we get the round up from Haute Couture Week from our fashion critic Jessica Michault.

27/01/2012 - CULTURE

Crazy for comics

In today’s programme, we uncover the secrets behind what's known as the ninth art here in France. We meet some of the stars of this year’s Angoulême comic festival including the "American Barbarian" creator, Tom Scioli, who joins us in the studio. Also on the show, hundreds learn to play the drums at a new African-meets-classical music event in Paris.

26/01/2012 - CULTURE

Circus: beyond the big top

You’ve probably heard Paris called the capital of art, food and fashion - but did you know that another French obsession is the circus? Join us as we uncover the world’s hottest and oldest acts that cast a spell over the city of lights.

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