Tracy-Ann Oberman, Director Michael B Jordan, Oldham Coliseum

Front Row

English - February 28, 2023 20:08 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MB - ★★★★ - 108 ratings
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Tracy-Ann Oberman on playing a female Shylock in the RSC's new 1936 version of The Merchant Of Venice at Watford Palace Theatre.

As the Oldham Coliseum is forced to close at the end of March, reporter Charlotte Green updates the story of the diversion of Arts Council funding from the theatre to the local council.

Actor Michael B Jordan tells Samira about making his directorial debut with Creed III, while reprising the role of boxing champion Adonis Creed in the third sequel to the Rocky franchise.

Presenter: Samira Ahmed
Producer: Eliane Glaser