BBC Four Schedule
Schedule
Evening
19:00
Only Connect—Series 2, Mathematicians v Wordsmiths
2/8Three maths graduates take on a team of wordsmiths, one of whom is an avid proofreader.(R)
19:30
The Story of Maths—The Language of the Universe
1/4Marcus du Sautoy explores the mathematics of ancient Egypt, Mesopotamia and Greece.(R)
20:30
Poetry Please: Thirty Years of the People's Poetry
A behind the scenes look at the world's longest running poetry request programme.
21:00
Unnatural Pursuits—I'm the Author
1/2Drama. Hamish Partt, played by Alan Bates, perfects his work as his life becomes chaotic.(R)
22:30
imagine...—Summer 2009, The Smoking Diaries Update
A tribute to Simon Gray, one of Britain's foremost playwrights.
23:30
Unnatural Pursuits—I Don't Do Cuddles
2/2As America starts to drive Hamish Partt crazy, his personal demons threaten to take over.(R)
Late
00:30
The Grandparent Diaries—Avril Pengilly
3/3Avril Pengilly reflects on her decision to move in with her daughter and her grandsons.(R)
01:30
Madeleine Peyroux: Somethin' Grand
Documentary tracing the childhood and career of jazz chanteuse Madeleine Peyroux.(R)
02:25
Madeleine Peyroux: Live in Los Angeles
Jazz chanteuse Madeleine Peyroux and her band debut songs from her album Bare Bones.(R)
03:45
imagine...—Summer 2009, The Smoking Diaries Update
A tribute to Simon Gray, one of Britain's foremost playwrights.(R)
