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Platform 18.10.09
59:29 minutes (32.45 MB)
- Concluding episode of the BHM play: 'A diary of a Son of Africa' by Amhal Douglas
- 'The Making of' A diary of a Son of Africa' Documentary
- Rebecca Chapman visits the Theatre Royal, and reviews 'Stepping Out' starring Jesse Wallace
- Amy Wragg is at the Arts Centre, profiling 'Micachu and the Shapes'
Platform 25.10.09
60:15 minutes (35.13 MB)
- Rosanna Wynn-Williams continues our reports for BHM, from St. Gregory's Centre for the Arts
- Peter Beck reports from the Playhouse on the Actors Company play 'Blackbird'
- Tony Cleary profiles Chartwell Dutiro
- Mark Bond Webster brings us this months New Writing Forum with local writer Gary Dexter
Platform 1.11.09
60:29 minutes (31.48 MB)
On this weeks Platform:
- Stash Kirkbride speaks to to Theatre correspondent Peter Beck about the performance of 'Rainman' at Norwich Theatre Royal.
- A report from the 'Sewell Barn Theatre' on the play 'Educating Agnes'.
- An archive report from Tony Cleary on the film composer 'Sir Malcom Arnold'.
Platform 08.11.09
60:29 minutes (55.61 MB)
- Mark Bond Webster meets up with the owner of The Bookhive; a new independent book shop on London Street, Norwich
- Kate Roma chats to our station manager Tom Buckham about the upcoming final of The Next Big Thing
- Rosanna Wynn-Williams reports for BHM from The Forum, on Gambian Music and Storytelling
- Tony Cleary reports on the British Symphonia. Recently seen at The Theatre Royal.
- Kimberley Cuthbert-Black reports from The Maddermarket on the recent Simon Callow event
- Stash chats to our newest member of the Platform team; Kyla Szirtes
Platform 15.11.09
60:29 minutes (41.53 MB)
Track from Winners of NBT - Console Wars .
Kate Roma talks to Stash Kirkbride about the NBT final
Tony Cleary interviews Maria Cleary about a forthcoming concert
Peter Beck is in to review the Pitman Papers on at the Theatre Royal this week Tricia Francis is in to talk about her photographyWhats on at the Theatre Royal - Peter Beck Tony Cleary interviews Micheal Innes about the Architecture Festival starting today in the city
Platform 13.12.09
59:29 minutes (40.84 MB)
- Singer / Songwriter Chris Ellis pops in, to chat about his self produced improvised piano album.
- We discuss outdoor storytelling for children over the festive period.
- We chat to Rosanna Wynn-Williams about her travels.
- Tony Cleary profiles Roger Roe about his chapel in the centre of Norwich.
Platform Christmas Special 20.12.09
59:30 minutes (20.86 MB)
- Special guest Father Christmas pops into the studio to read us a Christmas story! adapted by Jasmine Kirkbride.
- Comedy correspondent Charlie Wilson pops in, to give us a round up of the latest comedy to take place in Norwich.
- Amy Wragg has a location report for us.
- Will Wilson has a music report for us.
- Judi Daiken brings us an original Christmas story.
Chance Music - 03.01.10
59:56 minutes (34.58 MB)
Chance Music with Bob Shingleton - listen back as Bob takes us on a random 'chance' journey through some of the varied music on his I-pod courtesy of the shuffle function.
Platform 10.01.10
59:57 minutes (54.9 MB)
- Platform and Future Studios present a new production by Eve Stebbing - 'Much ado about Dogberry, the Edinburgh experience'
- The show also features a 'Making of' documentary
Platform 17.01.10
58:25 minutes (34.44 MB)
- Our music correspondent Will Wilson provides a report
- Kimberley Cuthbert-Black reports from a recent production at The Maddermarket Theatre
- Kate Roma brings three guests into the Platform studio
- Tony Cleary talks about what's happening on the Classical scene in Norwich, and Norfolk
- Angela Phillip pops in to tell us about two upcoming events in Norwich
Platform - 24.01.10
57:35 minutes (31.8 MB)
On this weeks Platform:
- Alan Smalls talks about The Sewell Barn Theatre production of 'Dracula'
- Amy Wragg pops in to chat about a special Soapbox event, and brings Singer/Songwriter Stuart Harrington into the studio.
- Richard Penguin pops in to chat about the contemporary music scene.
- Jill Dean chats about a play she went to see at The Norwich Playhouse.
- Kate Roma chats about Art in Norwich and conducts an interview with Amy Wragg.
Platform - 31.01.10
58:51 minutes (33.56 MB)
On this weeks Platform:
- Kimberley Cuthbert-Black reports from The Maddermarket
- Rebecca Chapman reports from a recent event at The Garage
- Eve Stebbing is live in the studio to chat about a recent production at the Norwich Arts' Centre
- Judi Daiken is live in the studio with another brand new story
- Charlie Wilson is in the studio to give us a round up of the comedy scene in Norwich
Platform - 07.02.10
59:18 minutes (54.3 MB)
On this weeks show:
- Tony Cleary profiles the internationally renowned Hungarian poet, George Szirtes. Part 1 of 2.
- Kate Roma brings a report on a new exhibition opening at the UEA.
- Alan Smalls reports from The Maddermarket theatre in Norwich.
- Peter Beck is in the studio and brings us a report from 'The Producers' at the Norwich Theatre Royal.
- Katie John reports from LGBT month.
Platform - 14.02.10
59:13 minutes (33.1 MB)
On this weeks show:
- Tony Cleary is in to talk about the Britten Sinfonia and also provides us with the seond part of his profile on poet George Szirtes
- Resident poet John Osbourne is in the studio to read us some poetry
- Tony Cleary profiles the late Saxophonist, Composer and band leader, Sir John Dankworth
Platform - 21.02.10
58:34 minutes (53.62 MB)
On this weeks show:
- Stash interviews local band 'Crumbs for Comfort' and they play us two of their tracks
- Kate Roma reports from the latest Bonanafana night at The Talk
- Rebecca Chapman reports on 'Les Miserables', currently being performed at The Norwich Theatre Royal
- Kate Roma brings us an interview with local magician Bob Percy
- Peter Beck pops in to the studio to talk about the 'Young Peoples Theatre' production of 'Bugsy Malone'
- Kyla Szirtes is in the studio to chat about an upcoming theatre production she is taking part in
Platform - 28.02.10
59:40 minutes (33.34 MB)
On this weeks show:
- Vince Laws performs a brand new play he has written, as part of LGBT month
- Charlie wilson is in the studio to round-up all the latest comedy events in Norwich and Norfolk
- Mark Bond-Webster brings us another New Writing Forum feature
- Judi Daiken is in the studio to read us another story she has written
- Peter Barrow speaks to our theatre correspondent Peter Beck about a new film script he is writing
Platform - 07.03.10
59:53 minutes (34.95 MB)
On this weeks show:
- Judi Daiken is in the studio to read us the last of her three specially comissioned short stories
- Stash then profiles Judi Daiken
- Tony Cleary continues his 'Norwich 12' features by profiling St. Johns Cathedral in Norwich
- Simone Hayes reports on magician/comedian Chris Cox who recently appeared at Cinema City in Norwich
Platform - 14.03.10
59:47 minutes (54.73 MB)
On this weeks show:
- Vince Laws is in the studio to read us some more of his poetry
- Tony Cleary brings us a report on Iranian composer Saeed Sharifian
- Alan Smalls has been to the Maddermarket Theatre and brings us a report from 'The Birthday Party production'
- Our featured artist today is Jane May-Seison
Platform - 21.03.10
59:15 minutes (54.25 MB)
On this weeks show:
- Stash and Richard Penguin discuss and review Platform Unplugged which took place at Norwich Playhouse on the 20th March 2010
- Eve Stebbing is in the studio to perform a specially commisioned one act play with the 'Spin-off Theatre'.
Platform - 28.03.10
58:08 minutes (53.23 MB)
On this weeks show:
- Alan Smalls brings us a report from the Great Hall Players
- Mark Bond-Webster brings us another Norfolk New Writing Forum
- Stash Kirkbride shares three of his favourite reports from his time as presenter of Platform
Platform Easter Special - 04.04.10
60:00 minutes (54.94 MB)
On this weeks show:
- We feature some of the performances from the recent 'Platform Unplugged' night at the Playhouse, including: Grenade On Your Back, Dim Goddess, Crude Apache and The Ferries
- We replay interviews with local poets: Jon Osborne and Molly Naylor
- Tony Cleary brings us another of his Norwich 12 features. This time it's Norwich City Hall
Platform - 11.04.10
57:57 minutes (53.06 MB)
On this weeks show:
- Black Ram theatre Company representatives - Russel Turner and Tim
Hartill some in to tell us about their current tour.
- Headcrash at the Birdcage - Russell Turner tells us about this event
held at the Birdcage showcasing local poets, comedians, musicians.
- Eamonn Burgess returns to Platform with a preview of an exhibtion to
be held at the Assembly Rooms called a Parliament of Rooks
- Clare Pastorius an artist working in sound guides us through some of
her work
Platform - 18.04.10
59:20 minutes (34.99 MB)
On this weeks show:
- Kate Roma reports from John Osbournes book launch
- Molly Naylor is in the studio to talk about 'The Poet Club' and she reads us some of her work
- Alan Smalls reports from The Maddermarket Theatre about an upcoming production named 'French Without Tears'
- Comedy Correspondent Charlie Wilson is in the studio to tell us about recent comedy events in Norwich and previews some future events
Platform - 25.04.10
59:49 minutes (34.58 MB)
- On this weeks show: Will Wilson makes his debut as one of the Platform presenters:
- We hear a couple of tracks from local guitarist Andrew Taylor recorded live at NAC.
- Henry Layte chats to Will all about the "Hack- in -the- Box" - an event taking place throughout the Festival season at the Book Hive in Norwich.
- Mark Bond -Webster brings us this months Norfolk New Writing Forum.
Kate Roma interviews Charlie Higson for Platform - 25.06.10
10:44 minutes (5.23 MB)
Kate Roma interviews Charlie Higson about his new novel 'The Enemy'.
Platform 12.09.10
58:47 minutes (23.55 MB)Report from Tony Cleary from the last exibition at the King of Hearts Norwich Singer Chad Mason in the studio performing songs. Jim from Spooky Kid Productions talking about his comedy / theatre productions. Jo Sessions from cut out and keep theatre company talking about a forthcoming production.
Platform November 21st 2010
58:48 minutes (23.56 MB)
Peter Beck presents;
Mary Gauthier interviewed by Kate Roma at Norwich Arts Centre; Alan Smalls reviews the latest play from the Sewell Barn Theatre and Peter talks to Bob Percy (the purveyor of wonders) and David from the Bicycle Shop about forthcoming events there.
Mince Pie Murder
94:54 minutes (38.02 MB)
Crude Apache presents their Christmas offering, a tangled web of murder, tinsel and mince pies
Platform - 23rd Jan 2011
58:31 minutes (23.44 MB)
Russell J Turner presents his first Platform, with reports on Fiddler on the Roof, volunteering at the NNF (Kate Roma reporting), local poet Hannah Jane Walker (in the studio) and Olympians (Mark Chamberlin reporting, another debut)
Rachel Hore Inteveiw / Voewood Literary Festival
8:42 minutes (3.99 MB)
Future Radio's Mark Bond-Webster talks with Rachel Hore about her forthcoming appearance at the forthcoming Voewood Literary Festival 24th-27th August 2012
Interview with British sculptor Antony Gormley, creator of the Angel of the North, Field for the British Isles, and Quantum Clou
12:23 minutes (5.67 MB)
Future Radio’s Russell J Turner interviews British sculptor Antony Gormley, creator of the Angel of the North, Field for the British Isles, and Quantum Cloud for Platform – Arts & Culture Show.

