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They are here, because we were there: Afghan interpreters in the UK
Black and white portrait of Afghan interpreter. Image is pixelated and blurred to allow for anonymity of the subject.
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They are here, because we were there: Afghan interpreters in the UK

The challenges faced by Afghan former British Army interpreters resettled in the UK are discussed by photographer Andy Barnham and researcher Sara de Jong.

Meltdown 2022: Sounds of Africa
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Meltdown 2022: Sounds of Africa

A look at the African artists of Grace Jones’ Meltdown; Angélique Kidjo, Kasai Allstars, Oumou Sangaré, Baaba Maal and Desire Marea.

Meltdown 2022: Sounds of South London
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Meltdown 2022: Sounds of South London

A look at six South London acts who all appeared at Grace Jones’ Meltdown; Skunk Anansie, Big Joanie, Dry Cleaning, Shingai, cktrl and Greentea Peng

Ayanna Witter-Johnson on inspiration and collaboration
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Ayanna Witter-Johnson on inspiration and collaboration

Get to know Ayanna Witter-Johnson – cellist, composer and singer – in this short interview about her musical inspirations and favourite collaborations.

Vinyl Countdown: Introducing the National Poetry Library’s vinyl collection
National Poetry Library Vinyl Collection, and turntable
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Vinyl Countdown: Introducing the National Poetry Library’s vinyl collection

Staff picks from the National Poetry Library’s vinyl collection, which contains more than 250 vinyl records and is constantly growing.

‘It’s beautiful to have experienced the journey’: 10 years of Out-Spoken
Out-Spoken host poet Joelle Taylor
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‘It’s beautiful to have experienced the journey’: 10 years of Out-Spoken

Celebrating the first decade of Out-Spoken, one of London’s premiere poetry, spoken word and live music nights.

6 poems for Mental Health Awareness Week
Caleb Femi: poet
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6 poems for Mental Health Awareness Week

Enjoy six poems from the National Poetry Library, selected by National Poetry Librarian, Chris McCabe.

Meet the composer: Hannah Peel
Hannah Peel faces the audience after performing on stage with Tubular Brass at the Southbank Centre
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Meet the composer: Hannah Peel

The composer and musician, talks to us about her earliest musical memories, and her composition, Neon, in this 2022 interview.

Meet the musician: Marin Alsop
Marin Alsop, conductor
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Meet the musician: Marin Alsop

The internationally recognised conductor recommends pieces for classical music newcomers in this short 2022 interview.

Who is composer Claude Vivier?
Claude Vivier, composer
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Who is composer Claude Vivier?

Introducing the Canadian composer Claude vivier; the most famous composer you’ve never heard of.

Stewart Lee: 6 things... I loved at the Southbank Centre
Dramatic lighting and shadowing with a man looking directly into the camera wearing a vintage jacket similar to ex-military.
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Stewart Lee: 6 things... I loved at the Southbank Centre

The comedian talks us through some of his favourite moments and performances from a quarter of a century of visiting the Southbank Centre.

Who is Meredith Monk?
Meredith Monk & Bang on a Can singing
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Who is Meredith Monk?

An introduction to a woman of many talents; the American composer, performer, director, vocalist, filmmaker, and choreographer Meredith Monk.