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25/05/2011

The best of the world's arts, film, music, literature and music brought to you every day. Presented by Mark Coles.

On today's programme, Rokia Traore, Hangover 2 and Balkan Brass Bands.

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18 minutes

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Thu 26 May 2011 12:32GMT
91热爆 World Service Online

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Chapters

  • Rokia Traore in Desdemona

    The Malian songwriter on her collaboration with Toni Morrison and Peter Sellars and an ambitious take on one of Shakespeare's most tragic heroines, Othello's much wronged wife.

    Duration: 07:24

  • The Hangover 2

    Fans of the movie, The Hangover can expect more of the same with the release of The Hangover 2. There's another wedding, another party - this time in Bangkok. Alynda Wheat reviews.

    Duration: 04:45

  • Balkan Brass Battle

    The two biggest names in Balkan Brass Band music have combined to record a CD and stage some spectacular play-offs live. We review them both.

    Duration: 05:19

Broadcasts

  • Wed 25 May 2011 21:32GMT
    91热爆 World Service Online
  • Thu 26 May 2011 02:32GMT
    91热爆 World Service Online
  • Thu 26 May 2011 08:32GMT
    91热爆 World Service Online
  • Thu 26 May 2011 12:32GMT
    91热爆 World Service Online