Arts Best of 2021

Richard E. Grant travels in the footsteps of great writers inspired by southern Italy.

The friends and family of Amy Winehouse reveal the truth about the British music icon.

The Metropolitan Museum of Art's 150th anniversary year is more crisis than celebration.

Hemingway enjoys an idyllic childhood. Then, he volunteers for the Red Cross during WWI.

Ten pictures, from iconic shots to private snaps, reveal the life of Freddie Mercury.

Alan Yentob explores the life and work of Anglo-Nigerian author Bernardine Evaristo.

A suit from glam rockers Slade needs repairs, and a rare Michelangelo surprises the team.

A celebration of the magic of musical theatre, recorded at the London Palladium.

The search for a new name in British photography begins on a blustery Brighton seafront.

Femi Nylander travels to West Africa to discover the impact of century-old atrocities.

Mark Kermode shows how making fools of ourselves can make for seriously good cinema.

A rap song challenges the Church and changes ideals about religion and rap music.

Petroc Trelawny hosts the first round of BBC Cardiff Singer of the World 2021.

Could a sculpture found in the long grass of a Norfolk home be a work by Henry Moore?

Three exceptional musicians compete for the title of BBC Young Musician 2020.

Pop star, actor and first-time mum Paloma Faith embarks on an ambitious world tour.

Nick Broomfield takes a personal look at his relationship with his father Maurice.

Documentary showcasing American legend Billie Holiday.

A look at the special relationship between Nirvana and the UK, 30 years on from Nevermind.

Look into the distance with Bob Ross and experience the peace of a stoic mountain.

Music author Dylan Jones argues that the 1980s were the most innovative decade in pop.