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20/09/2011

The best of the world's arts, film, music and literature brought to you every day. Presented by Ray Furlong.

On today's programme: China Talent TV (pictured), Roland Schimmelpfennig, Trombone Shorty.

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18 minutes

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Wed 21 Sep 201112:32GMT
BBC World Service Online

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Chapters

  • China Talent TV

    China's censors have cancelled the country's popular TV talent show Super Girl to be replaced with shows that promote moral ethics and provide practical information for housework. We find out why.

    Duration: 04:18

  • Roland Schimmelpfennig

    As his play The Golden Dragon comes to London, Germany's leading playwright on how to make your audience laugh and think at the same time.

    Duration: 06:33

  • Trombone Shorty

    New Orleans musician Trombone Shorty talks about his new album featuring an array of guests such as legendary guitar player Jeff Beck, controversial rapper Kid Rock, and pop star Lenny Kravitz.

    Duration: 06:37

Broadcasts

  • Tue 20 Sep 201121:32GMT
    BBC World Service Online
  • Wed 21 Sep 201102:32GMT
    BBC World Service Online
  • Wed 21 Sep 201108:32GMT
    BBC World Service Online
  • Wed 21 Sep 201112:32GMT
    BBC World Service Online