Artsworld

Series profiling some of the world’s supreme artists. This edition focuses on Bernardo Strozzi, one of the most influential Italian painters of the early 17th century

Sharing a concert platform for the first time, the two great American divas perform a selection of traditional spirituals from their childhood

Documentary following charismatic violinist Nigel Kennedy on his summer tour, with behind-the-scenes glimpses and performance footage including extracts from Bruch’s Violin Concerto and Satie’s Gymnopedies

Series in which young people are given advice by some of the most distinguished figures working in the theatre. Nigel Planer presents an intriguing workshop exploring whether tragedy can be turned into comedy

A look ahead to forthcoming programmes on Artsworld

Profile of the Royal Ballet’s principal ballerina, seen both on and off stage. Including excerpts from William Forsythe’s Herman Schmerman and In the Middle Somewhat Elevated

Profile of one of the world’s leading contemporary figurative artists. British but born in Portugal, Paula Rego’s dramatic paintings are steeped in profound imagery. Hayward Gallery curator Fiona Bradley talks to Paula about her life and work

A look ahead to forthcoming programmes on Artsworld

La Scala’s dramatic 2001 production of Verdi’s opera about the assassination of a Swedish king. Starring Maria Guleghina, soprano (Amelia); Salvatore Licitra, tenor (Roccardo); and Bruno Caproni, baritone (Renato). Riccardo Muti conducts the Orchestra of La Scala

A visual journey through the stunning and varied scenery of Australia, accompanied by the music of Tchaikovsky, Vivaldi and Mozart

The celebrated pianist plays Beethoven’s Piano Sonata No 32