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This programme is no longer on-air, listen to our archive of available episodes online. The Strand brings you news and reviews from the best in arts, culture and entertainment.

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The Strand is a daily 18 minute programme highlighting the best of what's going in the arts. Wide-ranging and with eclectic interests, The Strand reflects the artistic response to the BBC's news agenda. Presented by Harriett Gilbert and friends, it features discussions, reviews, big-name interviews and location reports as well as live studio performances and Hollywood, Bollywood gossip.

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The Strand Archive: 05/03/2012

05/03/2012

BBC World Service - The Strand Archive, 05/03/2012

Art critic Louisa Buck tells us about the latest incarnation of the Marrakesh Biennale.

Art critic Louisa Buck tells us about the latest incarnation of the Marrakesh Biennale - does the contemporary art scene reflect the ever-changing context of the region?

The best of the world's arts, film, music and literature brought to you every day. 

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On today's programme: Marrakesh Biennale, Christina Ricci and Gerry Diver.

Photo of Marrakesh Biennale Curators Carson Chan and Nadim Samman by item idem.

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