The first edition of a regular weekly programme about the creative world of art and artists. Introduced by Henry Livings. Tonight: Everybody's Expo - An account of a world event.

The British debut of a new world opera star—at the age of twenty-four.

The first of three performances of Beethoven symphonies conducted by Colin Davis. BBC Symphony Orchestra Leader, Trevor Williams Part of a public concert in the Royal Festival Hall, London.

An enquiry into the power of a familiar poem. Introduced by Henry Livings. "Tyger tyger burning bright In the forests of the night What immortal hand or eye Could frame thy fearful symmetry" Why does …

Tribute to J.B. Priestley on his 75th birthday, including extracts from his work.

The Beatles, Jimi Hendrix, The Who, Pink Floyd, Cream, Donovan, Frank Zappa & Eric Burdon.

The historic Farewell Concert at Albert Hall in London by one of rock's greatest groups has been dynamically recorded in this film by Robert Stigwood. The group, composed of Eric Clapton on lead guita…

An improvised celebration of Apollo 11's landing on the Moon.

Documentary about author Christopher Isherwood, in which he is interviewed about his life and work and which features extracts from films of his novels and stories.

An imaginary portrait of composer Richard Strauss.

A group of people with regular jobs (factory clerk, Lighterman,Inspector etc) take part in an experimental and improvised drama in which they are encouraged to writhe around the floor making strange n…

An examination of the life and work of Humphrey Jennings, scholar, writer painter but, above all, filmmaker.

The first part of this special documentary film traces the tempestuous history of the Royal Opera House from the time the first building opened its doors in 1732 up to the present day, 26 years after …

A programme in two parts on the past, present and future of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden.

An investigation of regional theatre in Britain. Amongst the Theatres - and their Artistic Directors - discussed are the Northcott Theeatre, Exeter; Theatre Royal Windsor, Peter Cheeseman's Victoria T…

The film traces Orwell's life during 1936 when he spent time in the depressed north of England, married, set off for the Spanish Civil War and completed his book 'The Road to Wigan Pier', which marked…

An Omnibus Arts documentary made to celebrate the centenary of the birth of author Marcel Proust. The film examines the creation of his autobiographical novel "A La Recherche du temps perdu".

Portrait of the filmmaker Ken Russell.

An exploration of industrial Folksong in Britain from the birth of the Industrial Revolution through to contemporary events affecting us all.It was filmed in Folk Clubs across Britain.

A portrait of Yorkshire writer and author Stan Barstow; includes contributions from his friends.

A personal appraisal of the caricaturist William Hogarth.

A tour of the arts,dance and theatre of Amiens, a town that makes car tyres.

Young West Indians give an impression of their life in this country through their paintings, music, and writing.

Christopher Plummer invites the audience into the world of great playwright, George Bernard Shaw, at his home with fellow actors and an actress playing St. Joan.

A journey across Australia through the paintings of Sidney Nolan. Earlier this year Sidney Nolan revisited the country where he was born. He likes long journeys and cannot help painting pictures, and…

Memories of Judy Garland, from people who knew and worked with her.

This film for Omnibus follows the two weeks of rehearsal that led up to the recording of a Morecambe and Wise Show that aired on 16 February 1973. 'Fools Rush In' was Eric and Ernie's billing in thei…

An Omnibus calendar of tribal England. This film traces how the passing of the seasons is still celebrated with folk song, dance and-ritual. For 12 months cameras have been recording the genuinely sur…

The former Cream drummer travels to Nigeria to build a recording studio.

A tongue-in-cheek look at how heroes have been depicted through the ages.

A Dickens favourite as interpreted by Marcel Marceau the mime artist.

Stars of British Music Hall and Variety take a look back at traditional seaside entertainment.

Omnibus presents a unique opportunity to see this highly acclaimed performance by Ella Fitzgerald with Tommy Flannagan (piano) Joe Pass (guitar) Bobby Durham (drums) Keeter Betts (double bass) Introdu…

Omnibus presents Ella Fitzgerald in performance at Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club. This second show confirms yet again all the superlatives which critics have lavished on her in recent weeks.

This film is a documentary about Russian composer Dmitri Shostakovich.

How nightmares inspired the greatest horror writers of the 19th Century

Documentary about the classic comedy duo Laurel and Hardy, featuring many film clips and reminiscences from entertainers and associates. Narrated by Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise.

BBC documentary showing David Bowie looking back on his Ziggy Stardust character during his Diamond Dogs tour.

A partially dramatized arts programme about the life and work of Auguste Rodin

Presented by Benny Green and Roy Castle this is a delightful song-filled affectionate tribute to the career of Irving Berlin

A celebration of the novelist, who was born 200 years ago.

An Arts Documentary about the Composer Gyorgy Ligeti whose music became popular after having been used in Kubrick's 2001