Series 1
Series Summary
This educational series encourages young people to think about how they are portrayed as part of the Self Portrait UK campaign which celebrates the identity, individuality and diversity of people across the UK.
The show asks well-known public figures, to show a representation of themselves and talk about it. People featured in the series include, Jon Snow, poet Benjamin Zephaniah, principal ballerina Darcey Bussell, DJ Trevor Nelson, musician Evelyn Glennie, TV presenter Lisa Rogers, comedian Shazia Mirza and Newcastle United first team player and England Under 21s International, Steven Taylor.
Video Links
Watch now on 4oD
Episodes (6)
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Acclaimed poet and writer Benjamin Zephaniah presents his self portrait 'Naked' as one of a series of diverse and provocative…
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Stand-up comedian Shazia Mirza explores her identity and culture and a secret yearning to be a Hollywood star.
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TV Presenter Lisa Rogers uses the art of body painting and make-up to explore the difference between her public and private image.
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DJ Trevor Nelson looks back to his first job at the age of 15, to reveal the attitudes and influences that have helped to shape him.
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Ballerina Darcey Bussell chooses her favourite place, and one of her most challenging performances to explore the two different sides of…
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Celebrities present their self portraits to inspire young people to express their identity, imagination and individuality.
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