A group of desperate friends are landed in an unfortunate situation on a ski lift. Stars Olivia Coleman. From September 2003. Show more
Comedy trio Peepolykus upend classic fiction: in ancient Persia, executioners plot to kidnap a yarn-telling queen. From 2015. Show more
As young Titus approaches his destiny in Gormenghast, he faces the rise of the ruthlessly ambitious Steerpike. Stars Sting. From December 1984. Show more
Music critic Pete Paphides tells the story behind Fleetwood Mac's Tusk, originally released in 1979, in his series exploring significant follow-up albums. From May 2012. Show more
Michael White explores the political significance of the 1970s crisis, when Edward Heath was prime minister. From December 2013. Show more
Christopher Matthew celebrates the life of writer and raconteur Alan Coren with the help of his son and daughter, Giles and Victoria. Show more
A mystery body strains the Republic's spirit of glasnost at the British Embassy. Stars Dinsdale Landen. From March 1988. Show more
A rainy day leads to some unexpected drama for the school's staff. Starring Carolyn Pickles and Marlene Sidaway. From June 2003. Show more
Maya Angelou's Autobiographies (Omnibus)
The Heart of a Woman
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Moving to Los Angeles in the late 1950s, Maya gets an unexpected visit from singing legend Billie Holiday. Stars Nina Sosanya. Show more
Renowned dancer and choreographer Akram Khan chooses ‘Mera Joota Hai Japani’ by Mukesh and ‘Spiegel Im Spiegel’ by Arvo Pärt. Show more
Muriel Gray, artist Claidhbh O'Gibne and archaeologist Geraldine Stout visit the Republic of Ireland’s Boyne Valley. From September 2004. Show more
Michael Williams stars as 1940s comic Robb Wilton, had he been around in 1986. The eternal pessimist muses about telephony. From April 1988.
Michael White explores the political significance of the 1970s crisis, when Edward Heath was prime minister. From December 2013. Show more
As young Titus approaches his destiny in Gormenghast, he faces the rise of the ruthlessly ambitious Steerpike. Stars Sting. From December 1984. Show more
Music critic Pete Paphides tells the story behind Fleetwood Mac's Tusk, originally released in 1979, in his series exploring significant follow-up albums. From May 2012. Show more
1602: Ned Prynne invents a machine to record the voice, but fears he'll be accused of stealing souls. Stars James Bolam. Show more
Christopher Matthew celebrates the life of writer and raconteur Alan Coren with the help of his son and daughter, Giles and Victoria. Show more
Satan introduces historian Edith to Adam and Eve, but they are none too bright. Stars Andy Hamilton. From October 2007. Show more
The Sheffield singer-songwriter tries contacting the spirit world with his wife Mary and Yvette Fielding. From April 2006. Show more
Rhod hosts comedy from Lloyd Langford, Milton Jones and Sarah Millican with music from Goldheart Assembly. From September 2010. Show more
1602: Ned Prynne invents a machine to record the voice, but fears he'll be accused of stealing souls. Stars James Bolam. Show more
Philip and Harriet arrive in Monteriano to rescue Lilia's baby from the horrors of an Italian upbringing. With Sian Thomas. Show more
Muriel Gray, artist Claidhbh O'Gibne and archaeologist Geraldine Stout visit the Republic of Ireland’s Boyne Valley. From September 2004. Show more
Michael Williams stars as 1940s comic Robb Wilton, had he been around in 1986. The eternal pessimist muses about telephony. From April 1988.
Michael White explores the political significance of the 1970s crisis, when Edward Heath was prime minister. From December 2013. Show more
As young Titus approaches his destiny in Gormenghast, he faces the rise of the ruthlessly ambitious Steerpike. Stars Sting. From December 1984. Show more