Arts

Main Prize Final. Five voices compete for one of the most prestigious honours in opera

A powerful artistic response to the pandemic from Simon Armitage and people around the UK

David Adjaye and Jane Horrocks join Mary to discuss how we remember as a society.

1/4 A Rankin masterclass and search for a new name in UK photography - every shot counts

How artists from Grace Jones to Solange use sci-fi to reimagine a new, alternative future

The story of a true pioneer of electronic music – as intense and creative as her life

Mel Giedroyc, Griff Rhys Jones, Oti Mabuse and Rick Edwards share their favourite books.

Samira Ahmed unveils the stunning history of a Persian empire, its people and culture.

A tale of family, regret, and unrequited love. Starring Toby Jones and Richard Armitage.

Get set for a fabulous year of culture as Coventry finally gets its moment to shine

Relections on a century of gay experiences, in moving monologues from an all-star cast

The best of British TV, as Richard Ayoade honours the shows that kept us spellbound

Freddie Mercury's defining moments, revealed by those who were there and knew him best.

The secrets of defining pictures are revealed by those who knew Tupac best.

A unique lens on Elizabeth Taylor, one of Hollywood's most coveted and bankable stars.

He was one of the world’s most photographed men – but private snaps reveal a new story.

A unique lens on John Lennon's life with stories shared by those who knew and loved him

Stephen Fry narrates a new musical romance set during the pandemic.

A stunning collection of performances by stars such as Natalia Osipova and Edward Watson.

At the Coliseum, the ENO and stellar soloists perform a piece of reflection and hope.

A tale of obsession, possession and one girl's dream to be the greatest dancer.

Handel’s much-loved masterpiece performed by outstanding talent such as Nadine Benjamin.

A tale of family, regret, and unrequited love. Starring Toby Jones and Richard Armitage.

A jealous king tears his family apart, but grief opens his heart. Stars Joseph Kloska.

A Journey to the Heart of Independent Venues and Their Communities with Philip Selway

Disabled and non-disabled dancers explore human interdependence and vulnerability.

Performance artist Bryony Kimmings writes and directs an operetta inspired by single mums.

Elite dancers from across the globe create a modern-day Swan Lake from their own bathtubs.

With a legacy of iconic cars, including Jaguar, could Britain’s motor city rise again?

The story of a true pioneer of electronic music – as intense and creative as her life

A phoenix from the flames – how Coventry’s cathedral reflects the era it was built

Moving stories about the aftermath of war – and the desire to rebuild and reconcile.

Contemporary artist Gillian Wearing celebrates the legacy of novelist George Eliot.

A celebration of great voices as the most prestigious opera singing contest gets underway

Get set for a fabulous year of culture as Coventry finally gets its moment to shine

A young man recounts his traumatic experiences of incarceration as a child.

A portrayal of a work day in a bakery that creates their version of Western pastries

A short docufantasy film imagining how bio-tech could influence gay rights in the future.

From mundane vehicle to mutinous monument of rebellion, a car recounts its life

An experimental short film set during a feast in a fictional English country garden.

Short drama set in a taxi exploring the impact of technology on every part of our lives.

A spoken-word film uncovering the emptiness felt after the death of a young person

An ageing director comes face to face with her younger self while shooting her final film

From dog to diva, this film explores the reclamation of the word bitch.

An isolated man sneezes so hard his brains come out

Caught moments of flamboyance in tension with received ideas of masculinity

An audiovisual poetry film showing the creative scope of Sign Language Poetry (Sign Art)

At the far end of the world, two young lovers fight for a fortune, and for freedom.

In 1950s India, passionate Lata is torn between family and the promise of romance.

Three weeks, six countries - one divorce?

An Olympic wrestler's odd benefactor takes a disruptive, deadly interest in his team.

Popular Connell and aloof Marianne begin an electric affair that changes their lives.

Eve wants excitement. Villanelle wants to kill. Starring Jodie Comer and Sandra Oh.

A junior assistant on one of Marilyn Monroe’s films is assigned to look after her.

Miles’ life is one big blah, until he meets sexy, screwed-up, fascinating Alaska Young.

Sephy and Callum are in love - and on the wrong side of a race war.

Hugh Grant is Jeremy Thorpe, one of British politics’ rising stars... with a dark secret.

The Musketeers fight for social justice – for honour, for love and for the thrill of it.

‘Miss me?’ Ghosts of the past bring adventure, romance and terror in their wake.

Delving into a very different art world, one where good art is in the hands of bad men.

When art met activitism – a host of stars on the quest for inclusion on and off screen.

Afua Hirsch traces Ethiopia's 3,000-year history through its art and culture.

Simon Schama looks at the pivotal role art has played in the forging of humanity itself.

His journey from working-class Dudley to one of our most celebrated black performers.

The ultimate story of 80s art icon Keith Haring, who left a big legacy in his brief life.

Contemporary artist Gillian Wearing celebrates the legacy of novelist George Eliot.

Samira Ahmed unveils the stunning history of a Persian empire, its people and culture.