Uplifting Arts

Artist and illustrator Charlie Mackesy takes us on a journey through his life.

Celebrating the beloved character of Paddington and his unassuming creator, Michael Bond.

Scottish Opera's sparkling staging of Gilbert and Sullivan's witty satire set in Venice.

John Betjeman visits various churches in the Diocese of Norwich.

Jo Whiley presents a Radio 2 concert celebrating the music of the iconic sci-fi series.

The story of the struggle to make programmes for children in the pre-digital days.

It’s a baptism of fire for the aspiring actors on set of EastEnders. With Natalie Cassidy.

John Betjeman's 1973 meditation on the residential suburbs near the Metropolitan Line.

Anthony and Kel Matsena begin rehearsals for a work inspired by Black Lives Matter.

Beautiful ballet to high-energy vogueing, a day in the life of Liverpool through dance.

Documentary that follows the enthusiasts battling to save Britain's pipe organs.

Radio 1 film critic Ali Plumb travels through the silver screen sights of Liverpool.

Mark Gatiss explores and celebrates Dracula, an icon of popular culture.

Darcey Bussell meets a range of people using dance as therapy.

Greg Davies goes to Barnsley to meet those intimately tied to Barry Hines's classic novel.

Cameron Mackintosh presents a joyously staged celebration of the late composer's talents.

A look at the man behind the voice as Tony Bennett takes a tour around his native city.

Afua explores how young Moroccans are transforming old traditions into thrilling new art.

The story of the famous Montreux Jazz Festival and its inspirational founder, Claude Nobs.

A sensationally funny homage to Morecambe and Wise, filmed live at Theatre Royal, Bath.

Sara is joined by Angela Scanlon, DJ Spoony, Rob Rinder and Cerys Matthews.

Jenny Eclair meets crafters using their skills to get their voices heard.

To mark his 75th birthday, Andrew Lloyd Webber takes a journey through the BBC archives.

How an Indigenous Australian dance group became a cultural powerhouse.