imagine… (2003)
The biggest names from the world of art, film, music, literature and dance. Alan Yentob gets close up with those shaping today's cultural world.
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Episode 1 - Shylock’s Ghost
Release Date: 2015-10-27Alan Yentob travels to the ghetto in Venice with award-winning novelist Howard Jacobson as he embarks on a retelling of Shakespeare's most performed play, The Merchant of Venice.
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Episode 2 - Antony Gormley: Being Human
Release Date: 2015-11-03Alan Yentob meets sculptor Antony Gormley, creator of the iconic Angel of the North, and uncovers the influences that have shaped his life and work.
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Episode 3 - My Curious Documentary
Release Date: 2015-11-10Imagine meets those involved with the stage production of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time and discovers how it has transformed the public's perception of autism.
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Episode 4 - The Last Impresario
Release Date: 2015-11-17The story of British theatre and film producer Michael White who has produced over 300 shows including hits such as A Chorus Line, Sleuth and The Rocky Horror Show.
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Episode 5 - The Ecstasy of Wilko Johnson
Release Date: 2015-11-24Julien Temple updates the remarkable story of Dr Feelgood musician Wilko Johnson. Reflecting on his impending death, Johnson muses on the transformative power of mortality.
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Episode 6 - David Chipperfield: A Place to Be
Release Date: 2015-12-01Alan Yentob talks to British architect David Chipperfield about his breakthrough in Berlin, his love of the city and the 11 years spent on the transformation of the Neues Museum.
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Episode 7 - Carlos Acosta: Cuba Calls
Release Date: 2015-12-08Imagine follows Cuban ballet superstar Carlos Acosta as he masterminds a new production of Carmen for the Royal Ballet before embarking on a series of new projects in Cuba.