Verity Sharp presents from the Celtic Connections festival in Glasgow, which is paying tribute to singer-songwriter Nick Drake, 35 years since his death at just 26. Show more
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A special edition marking the start of a landmark project in which the BBC and the British Museum focus on the span of human history through 100 objects held at the museum. Show more
Sue Perkins presents the first of three Culture Show specials from the Edinburgh Festival, featuring a major retrospective of Turner Prize-winning artist Martin Creed. Show more
The Culture Show
A Contemporary Art Special
30 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Two Northern IrelandLatest broadcast: on BBC HD
Turner Prize-winning artist Grayson Perry explores London's Frieze Art Fair, now one of the most influential contemporary art fairs, presenting the highlights and special artworks. Show more
Actor Daniel Day Lewis gives a rare interview on the release of his latest film Nine, plus Andrew Graham Dixon looks back at the highlights of The Culture Show's year. Show more
Mishal Husain presents the show from the new medieval and Renaissance Galleries at London's Victoria and Albert Museum. Featuring an exclusive performance from Public Image Ltd. Show more
Andrew Graham Dixon presents from the Old Vic, where Toby Young talks to artistic director Kevin Spacey. Mark Kermode talks to Peter Jackson about his new film The Lovely Bones. Show more
1 hour
Art critic Matthew Collings celebrates the birthday of one of the most successful modern art museums in the world. With contributions from artists Tracey Emin and Grayson Perry. Show more
Kevin McCloud presents a live special for the biggest event in the architectural calendar - the announcement of the Royal Institute of British Architects' Stirling Prize. Show more
Mark Kermode meets the German film director and recipient of the BBC FOUR World Cinema Achievement Award, Werner Herzog. Show more
Germaine Greer meets artist Paula Rego and Andrew Graham-Dixon uncovers the secret of Velazquez's 'Lady with a Fan'. Plus reports on animated film 'Valiant' and the death of broadsheet newspapers. Show more
Director Martin Scorsese explains the influence of Caravaggio on his films, particularly with regard to light, shadow and realism. Plus Kazuo Ishiguro on his novel 'Never Let Me Go'. Show more
Lawrence Pollard reports on a new approach to public art being trialled in Bristol, with temporary exhibits taking the place of traditional permanent statues. Show more
A reminder of the genius of 17th century Flemish painter Peter Paul Rubens. Franz Ferdinand reveal the ideas behind their songs, and the homeless stage an opera in Nottingham. Show more
Germaine Greer is among the women explaining what Mexican artist Frida Kahlo's work means to them, and singer/songwriter Rufus Wainwright reveals how Verdi's music has influenced his career. Show more
Maverick artists Gilbert and George discuss their work for the British Pavilion at the 51st Venice Biennale. Ewan McGregor talks about his role in stage musical Guys and Dolls. Show more
Gillian Ayres discusses her work and Louisa Buck visits two art exhibitions. And can 'book towns' such as Hay-on-Wye halt the decline of second-hand bookshops in the internet age? Show more
British artist Beryl Cook on turning 80 and still not being shown in the Tate. Plus an interview with members of Damon Albarn's band, The Good, the Bad and the Queen. Show more
Andrew Graham-Dixon goes behind the hype to reveal the true genius of Leonardo da Vinci. The Pet Shop Boys discuss the future of pop, and viewers nominate bits of British culture they can do without. Show more
An insight into how artists have searched for the perfect white. Plus a look at the role Katherine Jenkins plays in the marketing of popular classical music - and angling aims to be female friendly. Show more