When Charles I was executed, Parliament sold off his art collection. Now, for the first time in 370 years, a huge number of artworks owned by Charles are reunited for an exhibition. Show more
This intimate film reveals the other side of Glastonbury founder Michael Eavis - his life as a working dairy farmer. Show more
Alastair Sooke goes behind-the-scenes of the Royal Academy's 244th Summer Exhibition, the biggest open-submission contemporary art show in the world. Show more
Jacques Peretti learns how we went from clocking on and off to checking our work email at all hours. How did work go from being what we do to who we are? Show more
David Olusoga traces the house’s fortunes from the late 18th to the mid-19th century, discovering tales of scandal, domestic violence and the asylum. Show more
David investigates the house’s history from World War II to the present, discovering tales of mystery and crime, before seeing the house renewed in the 21st century. Show more
The Culture Show
Royal Academy Summer Exhibition: A Culture Show Special
29 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Two HDLatest broadcast: on BBC Two England
In this Culture Show special on the Royal Academy's Summer Exhibition, art critic Alastair Sooke asks what makes someone an artist and why do they do it? Show more
Artsnight
Lynn Barber: The Battle To Stay Happy
30 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC WORLD NEWS EuropeLatest broadcast: on BBC WORLD NEWS Asia Pacific
Lynn Barber meets two American comedians who have both found success in the UK - Rob Delaney and Ruby Wax. They both discuss being open about the demons in their personal lives. Show more
To mark the opening of the revamped Tate Modern, a look behind the scenes to reveal new director Frances Morris's drive to make it a museum for the 21st century. Show more
To mark the opening of the revamped Tate Modern art gallery in London, a look behind the scenes to reveal director Frances Morris' drive to make it a museum for the 21st century. Show more
Artsnight
Edmund de Waal: Memory and Art
30 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC WORLD NEWS EuropeLatest broadcast: on BBC WORLD NEWS North America
Artist Edmund de Waal looks at the theme of memory and art. He profiles the Aurora Orchestra, who perform classical works from memory. Show more
Artsnight
Low Culture
30 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC WORLD NEWS Middle EastLatest broadcast: on BBC WORLD NEWS North America
Fleet Street legend Lynn Barber presents the third episode of this new arts series on BBC World News. Lynn looks at some of the most exciting developments in popular culture in 201 Show more
Magazine arts show. Lynn Barber talks to comedians Rob Delaney and Ruby Wax about the mental health challenges they have both faced in their personal lives. Show more
Magazine arts show. Lynn Barber considers the idea of taking risks in art. Lynn meets political artist Peter Kennard and daring performance artist Marina Abramovic. Show more
Magazine arts show. Artist Edmund de Waal looks at the theme of memory and art. He profiles the Aurora Orchestra, who perform classical works from memory. Show more
Magazine arts show. Sunday Times journalist Lynn Barber takes over editorial control to curate the second episode of this arts series. With Mark Ronson and Jon Ronson. Show more
Majesty and Mortar: Britain's Great Palaces
Episode 2: Inventing a National Style
1 hour
First broadcast: on BBC FourLatest broadcast: on BBC Four HD
Dan Cruickshank charts the arrival of a new style of palace, as British monarchs demanded that architecture proclaim their right to rule. Show more
Lucy Worsley reveals the surprising stories behind our favourite Christmas carols. From pagan rituals to religious conflicts, French dances and the First World War, carols reflect our history. Show more
Matt Lucas learns what his late grandmother went through as a Jew in Nazi Germany in the 1930s, and what happened to the family she left behind. He also uncovers a connection to Anne Frank. Show more
David follows the trails of a traumatised soldier on the run, a family man at breaking point and one resident who developed an interest in the paranormal. Show more