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TV guide - Tuesday, 23/04/24

00:20
B.B.King: Live In Concert At The Royal Albert Hall
Aged 85, The King of the Blues is joined by guests Mick Hucknall, Slash and Ronnie Wood for his last concert on British soil.
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02:05
B.B King: The Life Of Riley
Candid documentary film on the extraordinary life of Blues legend BB King, featuring Ronnie Wood, Morgan Freeman, Bill Wyman and more.
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04:00
 Lenny Henry's Got The Blues
Lenny Henry talks to a host of musical stars as he sets out to discover why the UK has struggled to produce a successful black blues singer of international fame. (1 of 3)
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05:00
 Bernardine Evaristo: The South Bank Show
Melvyn Bragg talks to writer Bernardine Evaristo, the first black woman to win the Booker Prize, about her life, her work and her determination to succeed. (2 of 4)
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06:00
 Discovering: Doris Day
A look into the life of the late Hollywood icon Doris Day, who starred in a series of popular film musicals, including Calamity Jane (1953) and The Pajama Game (1957). (S4, ep 4)
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07:00
Julie Andrews Forever
Film offering a glimpse into the career of the Oscar-winning Mary Poppins actress, and delving behind the squeaky-clean image to reveal a much more torturous career.
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08:00
 The Joy Of Painting
Warm Winter Day: Bob conveys a sense of harmony in this cold yet cosy scene of a cabin in a field of snow, lit up by a bright orange glow. (S8, ep 3)
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08:30
 The Joy Of Painting
Waterside Way: Bob paints a wilderness path leading to a still lake, accented with an abundance of trees around its edge. (S8, ep 4)
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09:00
 Tales Of The Unexpected
The Stinker: When millionaire Jack runs into Harold, a boy he bullied at school, he gives him a job. But Harold soon suspects his wife of having an affair with his new boss. (S3, ep 7)
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09:30
 Tales Of The Unexpected
I'll Be Seeing You: When Roland leaves his cruel, millionairess wife Vivien for a fresh start with his mistress Anna, the snubbed spouse plans to make his life a living hell. (S3, ep 8)
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10:00
 Alfred Hitchcock Presents
Cheap is Cheap: A miserly man searches for the cheapest method of murdering his big-spending wife. (S4, ep 26)
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10:30
 Alfred Hitchcock Presents
The Waxwork: A reporter gets permission from the owner of a wax museum to spend the night in the museum section devoted to murderers. (S4, ep 27)
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11:00
 Discovering: Susan Sarandon
A glimpse into the life and hugely successful career of Academy Award-winning actress and activist, Susan Sarandon. (S10, ep 6)
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12:00
 The Joy Of Painting
Hunter's Haven: Bob's masterful use of blue, yellow and orange hues brings vibrancy to a woodside setting alongside a clear blue lake. (S8, ep 5)
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12:30
 The Joy Of Painting
Bubbling Mountain Brook: Bob paints a playful brook that perfectly complements the backdrop of a rugged mountain range. (S8, ep 6)
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13:00
 Tales Of The Unexpected
The Party: When disgruntled factory manager Harry is left feeling undervalued by his colleagues, he decides to take revenge. (S3, ep 9)
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13:30
 Tales Of The Unexpected
Would You Believe It: Two archaeologists working in Jordan get more than they bargain for when they decide to smuggle the statue of a mysterious woman over the border to Israel. (S4, ep 1)
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14:00
The Danish Collector: Delacroix to Gauguin
Prior to the emergence of new collectors, impressionist art was vilified - that was until visionaries like Wilhelm Hansen emerged with stunning collections.
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15:00
 Boswell & Johnson's Scottish Road Trip
Frank Skinner and Denise Mina travel through Scotland on boats and horses in a bid to recreate James Boswell's and Dr Johnson's trip to the Hebrides. (1 of 3)
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16:00
 Discovering: Christopher Plummer
A look into the life and legacy of Academy Award-winning actor Christopher Plummer, who has sadly passed away. (S10, ep 7)
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17:00
 Tales Of The Unexpected
Vicious Circle: When an elderly lady catches a burglar trying to rob her, she decides to help him go straight. But she has to take a different approach when he refuses to change. (S4, ep 2)
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17:30
 Tales Of The Unexpected
The Boy Who Talked With Animals: When David rescues a giant turtle, it looks as though he's found a new friend. But there could be more to his pet than meets the eye. (S4, ep 3)
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18:00
 Alfred Hitchcock Presents
Banquo's Chair: A Scotland Yard inspector arranges a unique ruse to capture a killer. With Kenneth Haigh. (S4, ep 29)
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18:30
 Alfred Hitchcock Presents
A Night with the Boys: Fearing his pregnant wife's displeasure, a man fakes being mugged to cover poker losses. (S4, ep 30)
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19:00
Grand Ole Opry: Garth...
...Brooks, Vince Gill, Emmylou Harris, Bobby Rose. Join another selection of country music's biggest stars as they take to the famous Grand Ole Opry stage.
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19:30
Grand Ole Opry: Jack...
...Greene, Kathy Mattea, The Oak Ridge Boys. Join another selection of country music's biggest stars as they take to the famous Grand Ole Opry stage.
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20:00
 The Art Of The Garden
Luciano Giubbilei, Tuscany Garden: Raised in Siena, Luciano Giubbilei jumped at the chance to create a garden with views of the Tuscan landscape and the results are divine. (S2, ep 2)
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21:00
Peter O'Toole: Along The Sky Road to Aqaba
Feature documentary reflecting on Peter O'Toole's towering theatrical legacy. Includes interviews with Sir Anthony Hopkins, Sir Derek Jacobi and Stephen Fry.
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23:00
 Art's Wildest Movement: Mannerism
The Crazy Age: As the revolutionary impact of Mannerism spreads, Giulio Romano paints astonishing visions. Also, female artists bring new voices to Western art. (2 of 3)
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TV guide - Wednesday, 24/04/24

00:00
The Art Of The Joy Of Sex
Renowned British artist Julie Verhoeven reinterprets the famous illustrations of Chris Foss, the artist who brought to life Alex Comfort's legendary sex manual, The Joy of Sex.
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01:00
Toni Morrison:The Pieces I Am
Artful and intimate meditation on the legendary storyteller, examining her life, her works and the powerful themes she has confronted throughout her literary career.
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03:10
 Master Of Photography
Working Animals: The contestants meet working animals employed for assisted-therapy, as they're tasked with capturing the crucial support they give their owners. (S4, ep 4)
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04:05
 Lenny Henry's Got The Blues
Lenny Henry continues his tribute to the blues by meeting the likes of Jools Holland and Ruby Turner, who offer their perspective on how the genre has evolved in the UK. (2 of 3)
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05:00
 Benjamin Zephaniah: The South Bank Show
The ground-breaking performance poet gets candid with Melvyn Bragg as he discusses his life and performs a selection of his most personal poems. (3 of 4)
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06:00
Royal Ballet: Rhapsody And The...
Rhapsody and The Two Pigeons are two contrasting works by Frederick Ashton that are brought together here, showcasing his range of choreography, from the masterly to the romantic.
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08:00
 The Joy Of Painting
Hunter's Haven: Bob's masterful use of blue, yellow and orange hues brings vibrancy to a woodside setting alongside a clear blue lake. (S8, ep 5)
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08:30
 The Joy Of Painting
Bubbling Mountain Brook: Bob paints a playful brook that perfectly complements the backdrop of a rugged mountain range. (S8, ep 6)
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09:00
 Tales Of The Unexpected
The Party: When disgruntled factory manager Harry is left feeling undervalued by his colleagues, he decides to take revenge. (S3, ep 9)
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09:30
 Tales Of The Unexpected
Would You Believe It: Two archaeologists working in Jordan get more than they bargain for when they decide to smuggle the statue of a mysterious woman over the border to Israel. (S4, ep 1)
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10:00
 Alfred Hitchcock Presents
Banquo's Chair: A Scotland Yard inspector arranges a unique ruse to capture a killer. With Kenneth Haigh. (S4, ep 29)
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10:30
 Alfred Hitchcock Presents
A Night with the Boys: Fearing his pregnant wife's displeasure, a man fakes being mugged to cover poker losses. (S4, ep 30)
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11:00
 Discovering: Christopher Plummer
A look into the life and legacy of Academy Award-winning actor Christopher Plummer, who has sadly passed away. (S10, ep 7)
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12:00
 The Joy Of Painting
Winter Hideaway: Bob places a lonesome cabin - the perfect respite for a weary traveller - in the middle of a snowy setting. (S8, ep 7)
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12:30
 The Joy Of Painting
Majestic Pine: Bob paints a golden field of pines and greenery inside the unique shape of a tapered rectangle. (S8, ep 8)
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13:00
 Tales Of The Unexpected
Vicious Circle: When an elderly lady catches a burglar trying to rob her, she decides to help him go straight. But she has to take a different approach when he refuses to change. (S4, ep 2)
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13:30
 Tales Of The Unexpected
The Boy Who Talked With Animals: When David rescues a giant turtle, it looks as though he's found a new friend. But there could be more to his pet than meets the eye. (S4, ep 3)
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14:00
 The Art Of Architecture
With his work loved by the Prince of Wales, John Simpson is the modern architect who creates breathtaking classical buildings - including his own Hampshire house. (S1, ep 9)
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15:00
 Wonderland: From JM Barrie to JRR Tolkien
In a four-part series, immerse yourself in the worlds of some of history's finest authors, revealing much about their character and the time they lived in. (4 of 4)
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16:00
 Discovering: Jeff Bridges
A glimpse into the life of Jeff Bridges, who scooped an Academy Award for his performance in Crazy Heart and also starred in Tron and True Grit. (S10, ep 8)
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17:00
 Tales Of The Unexpected
Best of Everything: Desperate to win the affections of his boss's daughter, Arthur accepts the help of his friend Charlie. But is he ready to count the true cost of love? (S4, ep 4)
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17:30
 Tales Of The Unexpected
Woman's Help: Henpecked Arthur decides to get rid of his demanding wife once and for all, so long as he gets her money. Unfortunately, his wife has a few secrets of her own... (S4, ep 5)
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18:00
 Alfred Hitchcock Presents
Your Witness: A woman, dissatisfied in her marriage to a philandering attorney, decides to take matters into her own hands. (S4, ep 31)
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18:30
 Alfred Hitchcock Presents
Human Interest Story: A man declaring he is from Mars is interviewed by a newspaper reporter. Steve McQueen stars. (S4, ep 32)
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19:00
 The Joy Of Painting
Cactus at Sunset: Bob paints a path of cacti and rocks that leads up to a dramatic, fiery red sky in the background. (S8, ep 9)
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19:30
 The Joy Of Painting
Mountain Range: Guest painter Steve Ross uses an array of colour in this stirring depiction of giant peaks behind foothills opening onto a smooth lake. (S8, ep 10)
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20:00
 Portrait Artist Of The Year 2022
Elizabeth Day, Khadija Mellah, Nick Grimshaw: The opening heat of 2022's search gets underway. Season premiere. (S9, ep 1)
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21:00
Portrait Artist Of The Year: Year: The Exhibition
Take a trip down memory lane with a look at this exhibition celebrating some of the finest art to have come out of Sky Arts' Portrait Artist Of The Year.
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