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Russell Davies interviews A-list legends of music, art, comedy and film

The Art of Artists: Series 6

The Art of Artists: Series 6: Episode 5: Michael Morpurgo

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Michael Morpurgo

BBC Radio 2 - The Art of Artists, Series 6, Michael Morpurgo

Russell Davies interviews children's writer Michael Morpurgo.

Russell Davies interviews legends of music, art, comedy and film. This week Russell meets noted children's writer Michael Morpurgo.

Inspired by the likes of Ted Hughes and Ernest Hemingway, Michael began writing following a teaching career. Most well-known for his children's novels including "War Horse", Michael was also the British Children's Laureate from 2003-2005 after developing the idea of the role with former Poet Laureate Ted Hughes. His work has been adapted into successful stage plays and Oscar-nominated films.

He speaks to Russell about his art, alongside a soundtrack inspired by his career.

Amazing music. Played by an amazing line up.

Radio 2: Amazing music. Played by an amazing line-up. The home of great music, entertainment and documentaries

Russell Davies interviews A-list contributors to the worlds of music, art, comedy and film

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