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Season 1 Episode 6: The Potrait of Omai

Joshua Reynolds' portrait of Omai, Britain's first non-white celebrity, is a priceless work that the Tate Gallery is determined to keep in the country.

Season 1 Episodes:

Episode 1 The Saatchi Phenomenon

1. The Saatchi Phenomenon

Aired: Jun 11, 2003

Alan Yentob presents a seven-part series examining the impact of the arts and...

Episode 2 Barbara Hepworth: Shapes Out of Feelings

2. Barbara Hepworth: Shapes Out of Feelings

Aired: Jun 18, 2003

The next episode explores the remarkable life and artistic legacy of Barbara ...

Episode 3 The Hip Hop Generation

3. The Hip Hop Generation

Aired: Jun 25, 2003

Alan Yentob explores the evolution of hip hop and rap's influence on British ...

Episode 4 Stella's Story

4. Stella's Story

Aired: Jul 2, 2003

Stella McCartney's journey from St Martins student to fashion icon is chronic...

Episode 5 Carlos Acosta: The Reluctant Ballet Dancer

5. Carlos Acosta: The Reluctant Ballet Dancer

Aired: Jul 9, 2003

Acclaimed classical ballet dancer Carlos Acosta retraces his roots from his b...

Episode 6 The Potrait of Omai

6. The Potrait of Omai

Aired: Jul 16, 2003

Joshua Reynolds' portrait of Omai, Britain's first non-white celebrity, is a ...

Episode 7 Sir John Mortimer: Owning Up at 80

7. Sir John Mortimer: Owning Up at 80

Aired: Jul 30, 2003

Next episode, Alan Yentob sits down with loved ones to celebrate the 80th bir...

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Info about Imagine

Seasons: 44

Network: BBC One

Production Country: United Kingdom

Genres:Documentary, History, Biography

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