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Richard Briers: A Tribute

A celebration of the late, great Richard Briers. From The Good Life to King Lear, Briers' unique talents gave him a versatility and breadth enjoyed by only a few. Friends and colleagues gather to pay tribute to this much loved and multi-talented actor.

1 hour

Last on

Sat 20 Apr 201323:15
BBC Two except Wales

Music Played

  • Wim Mertens

    Often A Bird

  • Benny Goodman

    On The Sunny Side Of The Street

  • The Benny Goodman Trio

    Oh Lady Be Good

  • Dexter Gordon

    Our Love Is Here To Stay

  • Boston Pops Orchestra

    Luck Be A Lady

  • Ted Heath & His Music

    Spinning Wheel

  • Philip Glass

    Metamorphosis 2

  • Michael Riesman

    Dance V

    with Philip Glass Ensemble

  • Philip Glass

    Mad Rush

  • Louis Armstrong

    On The Sunny Side Of The Street

Credits

Executive ProducerCaroline Wright
ParticipantSheila Hancock

Broadcasts

  • Sat 30 Mar 201319:00
    BBC Two except Northern Ireland
  • Sun 31 Mar 201317:30
    BBC Two Northern Ireland
  • Sat 20 Apr 201323:15
    BBC Two except Wales