Jonathan Pryce's Lear, Thomas Heatherwick, Mercury Prize
Mark Lawson gives his verdict on Jonathan Pryce's Lear. Thomas Heatherwick talks about designing the Olympic cauldron, and Simon Frith discusses the Mercury Music Prize contenders.
With Mark Lawson.
Jonathan Pryce tackles the title role of Shakespeare's King Lear for the first time, in Michael Attenborough's new production at the Almeida Theatre in London. Novelist Kamila Shamsie reviews.
Thomas Heatherwick reflects on his design for the London 2012 Olympic Cauldron. Unveiled at the climax of the opening ceremony in July, its 204 copper petals were carried into the stadium by competing teams to join up into one flame which burned throughout the Olympics and Paralympics. As it is dismantled, each country is taking home one of the petals.
The contenders for the Barclaycard Mercury Prize for album of the year are revealed today. Chair of Judges Simon Frith discusses the 12 acts in the running, which range from guitar bands to folk and rap acts. Last year's winner was P J Harvey, who is the only artist to have won twice.
Producer Nicki Paxman.
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King Lear
King Lear
A review of Jonathan Pryce as King Lear.
Duration: 08:33
Barclaycard Mercury Prize for album of the year
Barclaycard Mercury Prize for album of the year
The winning entries from the Barclaycard Mercury Prize for album of the year.
Duration: 08:48
Thomas Heatherwick
Thomas Heatherwick
An interview with designer Thomas Heatherwick.
Duration: 13:01
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- Wed 12 Sep 201219:15BBC Radio 4 FM
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