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  1. PD James

    Mark Lawson chats to PD James about crime writing and her novel 'Death in Holy Orders'.

  2. Sir Tom Stoppard

    Playwright Sir Tom on his early childhood, his career and his writing style.

  3. John Cleese

    The famous comic actor on his time in Monty Python and analysing what makes a joke funny.

  4. Rob Brydon

    The actor and comedian talks to Mark Lawson about his on-screen rivalry with Steve Coogan.

  5. Stephen Schwartz

    American composer Stephen Schwartz reveals the secrets behind writing a hit musical.

  6. America Ferrera

    Actress America Ferrera on starring in a musical and creating the look for TV's Ugly Betty

  7. Sir Bruce Forsyth

    The venerable entertainer on singing with Nat King Cole and reinventing yourself.

  8. Anthony Horowitz

    The author reflects on writing a new adventure for Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson.

  9. Sir David Jason

    The comic and dramatic actor on the comedy greats and why some shows will always be funny.

  10. Des O'Connor

    The entertainer reflects on his West End debut and dealing with jokes about his singing.

  11. James Corden

    Actor James Corden chats about the inspiration behind 'Gavin and Stacey'.

  12. Tim Pigott-Smith

    The actor speaks on finding a way to play one of the great stage roles, King Lear.

  13. Rowan Atkinson

    Actor Rowan Atkinson talks about playing a spy for laughs and using your face for comedy.

  14. Steve Coogan

    The actor and comedian reveals the secrets behind Alan Partridge's new writing career.

  15. Sir Cameron Mackintosh

    Theatre producer Sir Cameron reflects on his career and the future of the musical.

  16. Pam Ayres

    Poet Pam Ayres talks about her career, being pigeonholed, and her first book of memoirs.

  17. Sir Terry Pratchett

    The famed fantasy writer reflects on his writing career and living with Alzheimer's.

  18. Ralph Fiennes

    Mark Lawson in conversation with the actor on Shakespeare and directing himself on film.

  19. Dame Judi Dench

    Dame Judi Dench: The Oscar- and Tony-winning actress reveals the demands of acting.

  20. Wynton Marsalis

    Jazz trumpeter Wynton Marsalis reveals his musical heroes, and his love of teaching music.

  21. Alan and Marilyn Bergman

    Lyricists Alan and Marilyn Bergman explain how they write songs for Barbra Streisand.

  22. Jonathan Lynn

    Yes Minister writer Jonathan Lynn explains the hidden rules of comedy.

  23. Andy Serkis

    Actor Andy Serkis reveals how he plays apes on screen, using motion capture technology.

  24. Sonia Friedman

    Producer Sonia Friedman on picking winners, surviving losers and surprise hit shows.

  25. Anthony Browne

    Writer and illustrator Anthony Browne on his career and time as Children's Laureate.

  26. David Tennant and Catherine Tate

    The former Doctor and companion reunite as Shakespeare's Beatrice and Benedick.

  27. Elmore Leonard

    Crime writer Elmore Leonard talks about his career and his 10 rules for writing fiction.

  28. Lang Lang

    Chinese concert pianist Lang Lang, who wants to inspire children to love playing the piano

  29. Miriam Margoyles

    Miriam Margolyes talks to Mark Lawson about her acting career.

  30. Rob Lowe

    The actor talks about the pressures of fame and finding fulfilment in ensemble acting.

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