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Janice Forsyth talks to composer Craig Armstrong, pays tribute to the music of Ewan MacColl and hears about a very 21st-century take on Robert Burns.

Janice talks to actor Dean Chisnall, star of Shrek the Musical - who describes the two-and-a-half hours in make-up needed to transform him into the lovable green monster.

TV critic Paul Whitelaw gives his verdict on Russell T Davies new series Cucumber, Banana and Tofu, and the forthcoming documentary from Adam Curtis, Bitter Lake.

It's 100 years on Sunday since the birth of songwriter Ewan MacColl. Janice hears about a tribute concert in Glasgow, put together by his sons.

Composer Craig Armstrong is performing at Celtic Connections with the orchestra of Scottish Opera - Janice finds out how he feels about this homegrown celebration of his work.

And this weekend will see many a Burns Supper. Poet Kevin Williamson and actor Tam Dean Burn talk about learning poetry, singing songs, and what Robert Burns means in the 21st century.

1 hour, 54 minutes

Last on

Fri 23 Jan 2015 14:05

Chapters

  • Shrek the Musical

    Dean Chisnall and Neil White discuss their Scottish tour of Shrek the Musical.

  • What's Happening on the Small Screen

    Critic Paul Whitelaw joins Janice to talk about Russell T Davis' new show Cucumber.

  • The Songs of Ewan MacColl

    Callum MacColl talks about the centenary concert celebrating the songs of Ewan MacColl.

  • Craig Armstrong

    Craig Armstrong talks about his concert with the Scottish Opera orchestra.

  • Burns Suppers

    Tam Dean Burn and Kevin Williamson talk about learning & performing the works of the Bard

Broadcast

  • Fri 23 Jan 2015 14:05

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