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International Playwriting Competition - Writing tips

The best of the world's arts, film, music and literature brought to you every day. Presented by Harriett Gilbert. Today's programme includes; BBC World Service International Playwriting Competition, Globe to Globe and Persian Poets.

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18 minutes

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Fri 4 May 201208:32GMT
BBC World Service Online

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Chapters

  • BBC World Service International Playwriting Competition

    Playwright Roy Williams, one of the judges of last year's competition, offers advice to writers about to enter this year's World Service Playwriting Competition.

    Duration: 03:45

  • Water and Magic - Shakespeare from Bangladesh

    A Bangla Tempest arrives in London having travelled from a country literally at risk of sinking below the waves.

    Duration: 06:14

  • Persian Poets

    Two women poets, Azita Ghahreman and Shakila Azizzada discuss their work.

    Duration: 07:28

Broadcasts

  • Thu 3 May 201214:32GMT
    BBC World Service Online
  • Thu 3 May 201222:32GMT
    BBC World Service Online
  • Fri 4 May 201202:32GMT
    BBC World Service Online
  • Fri 4 May 201208:32GMT
    BBC World Service Online

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