Robert Burns
Series celebrating 60 years of television in Scotland. This episode focuses on the various ways that the life and works of Robert Burns have been celebrated over the years.
Celebrating 60 years of television in Scotland, this programme looks at the weird and wonderful ways television has celebrated the life and works of our most cherished national poet, Robert Burns. From the kitsch to the clever, the far-out to the fabled, Burns has been a staple of Scottish television since production began. Featuring interviews with the legendary John Cairney and writers, Andrew O'Hagan and William McIlvanney.
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Audio recordings by some famous Scots of all 716 of Burns's works.
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Duration: 01:38
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Participant | John Cairney |
| Participant | Andrew O'Hagan |
| Participant | William McIlvanney |
| Director | Ewan Morrison |
| Producer | John Archer |