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Episode One: Carlos Acosta, Basquiat and Sparks

Nikki Bedi is joined by writer Ekow Eshun and Professor Sarah Churchwell to cast a critical eye on topical arts.

Nikki Bedi is joined by writer Ekow Eshun and Professor Sarah Churchwell to cast a critical eye on topical arts. John Wilson reports on dance superstar Carlos Acosta and his new Cuban dance company. And anonymous street artist Bambi takes us on a personal tour of a new Jean Michael-Basquiat exhibition. And performing a track from their acclaimed new album are arch-popsters Sparks.

30 minutes

Credits

Role Contributor
Presenter Nikki Bedi
Interviewed Guest Ekow Eshun
Interviewed Guest Sarah Churchwell
Interviewed Guest Carlos Acosta
Participant Bambi
Participant John Wilson
Performer Sparks
Series Producer Martina Hall
Executive Producer Tanya Hudson

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