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James Graham: In the Room Where It Happens

Episode number: 1

Overview: Alan Yentob follows celebrated young British playwright James Graham, whose award-winning works take audiences to the very heart of key political events.

Jo Brand: No Holds Barred

Episode number: 2

Overview: Alan Yentob looks into the life of comedian Jo Brand, marking a diverse career which began in 1980s stand-up comedy and has moved through writing, performing and presenting.

Bill Viola: The Road to St Paul’s

Episode number: 3

Overview: Charting the career of Bill Viola over 12 years, following him as he creates a permanent video installation for St Paul's Cathedral.

Edna O'Brien: Fearful… and Fearless

Episode number: 4

Overview: Alan Yentob meets Irish novelist Edna O’Brien to discuss sex, books and a lifetime of defiance.

Faith Ringgold: Tell It Like It Is

Episode number: 5

Overview: Alan Yentob meets Harlem-born artist, author and activist Faith Ringgold as she prepares for her London show at the Serpentine Gallery.

Olafur Eliasson: Miracles of Rare Device

Episode number: 6

Overview: Documentary following Danish-Icelandic artist Olafur Eliasson and his studio in the run-up to his landmark exhibition, In Real Life, at Tate Modern.

EastSide Story

Episode number: 7

Overview: Following a ground-breaking arts intervention programme designed to change the course of the lives of young people from two east London estates.