Attila the Stockbroker/Sophie Hannah/Ross Sutherland/Benin City
Ian McMillan presents a special edition of Radio 3's cabaret of the word from the Radio Theatre in Broadcasting House, with guests including poet and performer Ross Sutherland.
Attila the Stockbroker
The legendary punk poet reflects on his thirty-year career, and performs two new poems.
Sophie Hannah
The novelist and poet reads a brand new short story, written specially for the programme.
Ross Sutherland
Performance poetry from a young writer recently named by The Times as one of the top literary talents of 2009.
... plus spoken word and music from Benin City.
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- Fri 12 Mar 201021:15BBC Radio 3
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