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Go behind the scenes in the process of writing, casting and producing a major stage musical based on P.J. Hogan's iconic film Muriel's Wedding. The show starring Maggie McKenna won five Helpmann Awards in 2018.

Sidney Nolan is one of Australia's greatest artists. His iconic images are treasures of the Australian visual language. This film explores the artist and the man from his early years to his extraordinary international career.

The story of how art helped European settlers come to terms with an unfamiliar land, and the emergence of a uniquely Australian impressionist that reflected the distinctive national identity and an independent nation.

Edmund explores how Australian identity evolved in the 20th century and how modern art down under struggled to emerge. He looks at some of the giants of 20th century Australian art - Sidney Nolan, Albert Tucker & Arthur Boyd.

Edmund Capon explores how, since the 1960s, Australia and its art went global. (Final)

A pioneer of indie music, Sarah Blasko walks the line between commercial success and artistic integrity with dignity. Narrated by Sarah herself, this film is an intimate portrait of the artist as she writes her new album.

In part one of this two-part series, comedian Hannah Gadsby takes a close look at one of the most enduring subjects in western art history - the Nude.

Comedian Hannah Gadsby continues her exploration of the nude in art, taking a look at Modern Art as she explores the artists of the twentieth century and beyond. (Final)

These short intimate stories by artist Kate Blackmore uncover the meaning, memories, and inspiration behind the often weird and wonderful personal collections of five Australian artists.

Artist Kate Just teaches Namila Benson how to knit while explaining her feminist art practice, before we visit the Great Woy Woy Tea Cosy Showcase. We also head to Bendigo to go looking for junk with sculptor Andre Sardone.

Rachel Griffiths embarks on her hunt through 100 years of Archibald history to find one portrait that captures the changing face of the nation while curator Natalie Wilson begins her quest to find 100 portraits for the Art Gallery of NSW's centenary exhibition.

Six Shakespearean actors and directors research the revered dramatist and reveal the stories behind and the wonders within some of his greatest plays. This week Joely Richardson investigates Twelfth Night and As You Like It.

Ethan Hawke looks at the greatest productions of Shakespeare's Macbeth as he uncovers the true story behind the cursed 'Scottish Play'.

Derek Jacobi revisits the role of Richard II which he played in 1978 for the BBC. He reveals why it might have cost Shakespeare his life, and shares some of the political parallels within the play that still resonate today.

Legendary director Trevor Nunn, (who has directed 30 of Shakespeare's 37 plays and is determined to complete them all), takes us through the magical and mysterious world created in The Tempest, Shakespeare's last complete play.

Jeremy Irons uncovers the appeal of Shakespeare's 'History Plays' - Henry IV and Henry V. He unravels the differences between the truth and the drama that Shakespeare creates.

David Tennant, whose RSC portrayal of Hamlet was a huge hit, meets other actors who have played the role. He also attempts to unravel the meaning of the play and why it is considered the greatest play Shakespeare ever wrote.

Art Works deep dives into the 2021 Archibald Prize. We meet 1985 Archibald winner and the subject of Peter Wegner's winning entry, Guy Warren - who turns 100 this year, just like the prize itself.

Archibald Prize-winning artist Ben Quilty takes Julia back to his childhood home in Kenthurst. He revisits the bedroom he turned into his first art studio, adorning the walls with vivid imagery. (Final)

Julia Zemiro travels with prize-winning playwright, actor and comedian Nakkiah Lui on a journey through her childhood.