The South Bank Show

Name: The South Bank Show
Genre: Documentary
Released: 1978-01-14T00:00:00.000Z
Duration: 60 min
Rating: 5
Cast: Melvyn Bragg

The South Bank Show is a television arts magazine show that was produced by ITV between 1978 and 2010. A new series began on Sky Arts from 27 May 2012. Presented by Melvyn Bragg, the show aims to bring both high art and popular culture to a mass audience.

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Status

Returning Series

Original Name

The South Bank Show

First Air Date

January 14, 1978

Last Air Date

April 18, 2013

Seasons

Episodes

740

Language

English

Production Companies

Networks

ITV1

S39E01

Tim Minchin

Melvyn Bragg talks to composer, songwriter and comedian Tim Minchin about his life and career, including his award-winning work on the West End adaptation of Roald Dahl's book Matilda. He talks about his love of satire and puns, as well as his fascination with linguistic taboos and decision to move to England. The programme also features clips of Minchin performing at the Royal Albert Hall.

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