Front Row Booker author Charlotte Wood, Surrealism discussion & playwright Tim Price on Odyssey '84
Oct 9, 2024
Booker Prize-shortlisted author Charlotte Wood discusses her novel, 'Stone Yard Devotional', which delves into themes of grief and resilience in a religious community. Esteemed art historian Alice Mann and artist Gavin Turk share insights on the profound influence of Surrealism over the past century, bridging historical trauma with contemporary art. Playwright Tim Price reveals his creative process behind 'Odyssey '84', linking the 1984 Miners' Strike with Homer's timeless narrative, highlighting community struggle and cultural resilience in Wales.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Unveiling Surrealism: Voices from the Past and Present
02:15 • 13min
The Myth of Ariadne and the Cycles of Art
15:03 • 2min
The Legacy of Surrealism in Contemporary Art
17:02 • 2min
Exploring Personal Narratives and Surrealism
19:24 • 12min
The Power of Literary Endorsements and Recognition
31:11 • 2min
Voices from the Miners' Strike and Beyond
33:01 • 8min
Theatrical Struggles and Cultural Resilience in Wales
40:35 • 2min