Omnibus

Oct 13, 1967

The first edition of a regular weekly programme about the creative world of art and artists. Introduced by Henry Livings. Tonight: Everybody's Expo - An account of a world event.

Oct 20, 1967

The British debut of a new world opera star—at the age of twenty-four.

Nov 3, 1967

The first of three performances of Beethoven symphonies conducted by Colin Davis. BBC Symphony Orchestra Leader, Trevor Williams Part of a public concert in the Royal Festival Hall, London.

Nov 10, 1967

An enquiry into the power of a familiar poem. Introduced by Henry Livings. "Tyger tyger burning bright In the forests of the night What immortal hand or eye Could frame thy fearful symmetry" Why does this poem by William Blake 1757-1827 stick in the mind, and seize the imagination of so many different people?

Nov 22, 1967

Dec 8, 1967

Dec 15, 1967

Dec 15, 1967

Dec 22, 1967

Dec 28, 1967

Jan 9, 1968

Jan 16, 1968

Jan 23, 1968

Jan 30, 1968

Feb 6, 1968

Mar 26, 1968

Apr 2, 1968

Apr 23, 1968

May 7, 1968

May 21, 1968

May 28, 1968

Jun 18, 1968

Jun 25, 1968

Jul 2, 1968

Sep 15, 1968

Sep 22, 1968

Tribute to J.B. Priestley on his 75th birthday, including extracts from his work.

Sep 29, 1968

Oct 6, 1968

Nov 3, 1968

The Beatles, Jimi Hendrix, The Who, Pink Floyd, Cream, Donovan, Frank Zappa & Eric Burdon.

Nov 10, 1968

Nov 17, 1968

Nov 24, 1968

Dec 1, 1968

Dec 8, 1968

Dec 15, 1968

Dec 22, 1968

Dec 29, 1968

Jan 5, 1969

The historic Farewell Concert at Albert Hall in London by one of rock's greatest groups has been dynamically recorded in this film by Robert Stigwood. The group, composed of Eric Clapton on lead guitar, Jack Bruce on bass and lead vocals, and Ginger Baker on drums, give an electrifying performance that is as exciting to watch as it is to hear. Each of the musicians has gone on to become a superstar in his own right, and we get to see fascinating backstage interviews with all of them. Highlights include the long version of "Sunshine of Your Love" and "White Room" along with other Cream hits.

Jan 12, 1969

Jan 19, 1969

Jan 26, 1969

Feb 2, 1969

Feb 16, 1969

Mar 2, 1969

Mar 9, 1969

Mar 23, 1969

Apr 20, 1969

Mar 30, 1969

May 4, 1969

May 11, 1969

May 18, 1969

May 25, 1969

Jun 1, 1969

Jul 20, 1969

An improvised celebration of Apollo 11's landing on the Moon.

Aug 3, 1969

Aug 17, 1969

Sep 7, 1969

Sep 14, 1969

Sep 28, 1969

Oct 5, 1969

Oct 12, 1969

Oct 19, 1969

Oct 26, 1969

Nov 2, 1969

Documentary about author Christopher Isherwood, in which he is interviewed about his life and work and which features extracts from films of his novels and stories.

Nov 9, 1969

Nov 23, 1969

Dec 7, 1969

Dec 14, 1969

Dec 21, 1969

Dec 28, 1969

Jan 4, 1970

Jan 18, 1970

Jan 25, 1970

Feb 1, 1970

Feb 8, 1970

Feb 15, 1970

An imaginary portrait of composer Richard Strauss.

Feb 22, 1970

A group of people with regular jobs (factory clerk, Lighterman,Inspector etc) take part in an experimental and improvised drama in which they are encouraged to writhe around the floor making strange noises and movements. The idea being that returning to a primitive state may help them better cope with the modern world. This experiment is then taken to their familiar local streets and landmarks and casual observers are invited to comment or join in.

Mar 1, 1970

Mar 15, 1970

Apr 5, 1970

Apr 12, 1970

Apr 18, 1970

Apr 26, 1970

May 3, 1970

May 10, 1970

May 17, 1970

May 31, 1970

Jun 28, 1970

Jul 5, 1970

Aug 23, 1970

Sep 13, 1970

Sep 20, 1970

An examination of the life and work of Humphrey Jennings, scholar, writer painter but, above all, filmmaker.

Sep 27, 1970

Oct 11, 1970

The first part of this special documentary film traces the tempestuous history of the Royal Opera House from the time the first building opened its doors in 1732 up to the present day, 26 years after Sir David Webster 's appointment.

Oct 18, 1970

A programme in two parts on the past, present and future of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden.

Nov 1, 1970

An investigation of regional theatre in Britain. Amongst the Theatres - and their Artistic Directors - discussed are the Northcott Theeatre, Exeter; Theatre Royal Windsor, Peter Cheeseman's Victoria Theatre Stoke on Trent and theatres in Nottingham and Hull.

Nov 15, 1970

Nov 22, 1970

Nov 29, 1970

Dec 6, 1970

Dec 13, 1970

Dec 27, 1970

Jan 3, 1971

Jan 10, 1971

The film traces Orwell's life during 1936 when he spent time in the depressed north of England, married, set off for the Spanish Civil War and completed his book 'The Road to Wigan Pier', which marked his beginnings as a political author.

Jan 24, 1971

Mar 14, 1971

Mar 28, 1971

Apr 4, 1971

Apr 11, 1971

May 2, 1971

An Omnibus Arts documentary made to celebrate the centenary of the birth of author Marcel Proust. The film examines the creation of his autobiographical novel "A La Recherche du temps perdu".

May 9, 1971

May 23, 1971

May 30, 1971

Jun 6, 1971

Jun 20, 1971

Jun 27, 1971

Jul 4, 1971

Jul 11, 1971

Jul 18, 1971

Jul 25, 1971

Portrait of the filmmaker Ken Russell.

Aug 29, 1971

Sep 12, 1971

Oct 19, 1971

Sep 26, 1971

Oct 3, 1971

Oct 10, 1971

Oct 17, 1971

Oct 24, 1971

An exploration of industrial Folksong in Britain from the birth of the Industrial Revolution through to contemporary events affecting us all.It was filmed in Folk Clubs across Britain.

Oct 31, 1971

A portrait of Yorkshire writer and author Stan Barstow; includes contributions from his friends.

Oct 31, 1971

A personal appraisal of the caricaturist William Hogarth.

Nov 14, 1971

Nov 28, 1971

A tour of the arts,dance and theatre of Amiens, a town that makes car tyres.

Dec 5, 1971

Dec 27, 1971

Jan 2, 1972

Jan 30, 1972

Feb 6, 1972

Feb 13, 1972

Feb 20, 1972

Feb 27, 1972

Mar 19, 1972

Apr 9, 1972

Apr 16, 1972

Apr 30, 1972

Jun 11, 1972

Young West Indians give an impression of their life in this country through their paintings, music, and writing.

Jul 2, 1972

Jul 23, 1972

Sep 17, 1972

Sep 24, 1972

Oct 1, 1972

Christopher Plummer invites the audience into the world of great playwright, George Bernard Shaw, at his home with fellow actors and an actress playing St. Joan.

Oct 15, 1972

Oct 22, 1972

Oct 29, 1972

Nov 12, 1972

Nov 19, 1972

Nov 26, 1972

A journey across Australia through the paintings of Sidney Nolan. Earlier this year Sidney Nolan revisited the country where he was born. He likes long journeys and cannot help painting pictures, and every picture tells a story. In this adventure through myth and imagery Nolan looks again at the Australia of Ned Kelly, Mrs Fraser and the convicts, Burke and Wills.

Dec 10, 1972

Dec 24, 1972

Memories of Judy Garland, from people who knew and worked with her.

Jan 14, 1973

Jan 21, 1973

Feb 4, 1973

Feb 18, 1973

This film for Omnibus follows the two weeks of rehearsal that led up to the recording of a Morecambe and Wise Show that aired on 16 February 1973. 'Fools Rush In' was Eric and Ernie's billing in their early days. Thirty years later, they had become Britain's best-known comedians, with regular audiences of nearly 20 million people. Producer John Ammonds, writer Eddie Braben, as well as Eric and Ernie talk about the skill and sheer hard work of comedy.

Feb 25, 1973

Mar 11, 1973

Mar 18, 1973

Mar 25, 1973

Apr 15, 1973

May 6, 1973

May 13, 1973

An Omnibus calendar of tribal England. This film traces how the passing of the seasons is still celebrated with folk song, dance and-ritual. For 12 months cameras have been recording the genuinely surviving ceremonies associated with May Day marches. Summer Dances, Harvest Festivals, Christmas, New Year and Easter.

Jun 3, 1973

Jul 8, 1973

Jul 15, 1973

The former Cream drummer travels to Nigeria to build a recording studio.

Jul 29, 1973

Aug 5, 1973

Aug 12, 1973

Aug 26, 1973

Sep 2, 1973

Sep 9, 1973

Sep 16, 1973

Sep 23, 1973

Sep 30, 1973

Oct 7, 1973

A tongue-in-cheek look at how heroes have been depicted through the ages.

Oct 21, 1973

Nov 4, 1973

Nov 18, 1973

Dec 2, 1973

Dec 9, 1973

Dec 16, 1973

Dec 23, 1973

A Dickens favourite as interpreted by Marcel Marceau the mime artist.

Dec 24, 1973

Jan 27, 1974

Feb 3, 1974

Feb 10, 1974

Feb 17, 1974

Feb 24, 1974

Mar 3, 1974

Mar 17, 1974

Mar 31, 1974

Apr 14, 1974

Apr 15, 1974

Stars of British Music Hall and Variety take a look back at traditional seaside entertainment.

Apr 28, 1974

Omnibus presents a unique opportunity to see this highly acclaimed performance by Ella Fitzgerald with Tommy Flannagan (piano) Joe Pass (guitar) Bobby Durham (drums) Keeter Betts (double bass) Introduced by Benny Green

May 4, 1974

Omnibus presents Ella Fitzgerald in performance at Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club. This second show confirms yet again all the superlatives which critics have lavished on her in recent weeks.

May 5, 1974

May 26, 1974

Jun 2, 1974

Jun 9, 1974

Jul 7, 1974

Jul 14, 1974

Oct 8, 1974

Oct 20, 1974

Oct 27, 1974

Nov 10, 1974

This film is a documentary about Russian composer Dmitri Shostakovich.

Nov 17, 1974

Nov 24, 1974

Dec 1, 1974

Dec 8, 1974

Dec 15, 1974

How nightmares inspired the greatest horror writers of the 19th Century

Dec 22, 1974

Documentary about the classic comedy duo Laurel and Hardy, featuring many film clips and reminiscences from entertainers and associates. Narrated by Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise.

Dec 29, 1974

Jan 5, 1975

Jan 26, 1975

BBC documentary showing David Bowie looking back on his Ziggy Stardust character during his Diamond Dogs tour.

Feb 2, 1975

A partially dramatized arts programme about the life and work of Auguste Rodin

Feb 16, 1975

Feb 23, 1975

Mar 2, 1975

Mar 9, 1975

Mar 16, 1975

Mar 30, 1975

Apr 6, 1975

Apr 13, 1975

Apr 27, 1975

May 4, 1975

May 11, 1975

Presented by Benny Green and Roy Castle this is a delightful song-filled affectionate tribute to the career of Irving Berlin

Jun 15, 1975

Sep 21, 1975

Sep 28, 1975

Oct 5, 1975

Oct 12, 1975

Oct 19, 1975

Oct 26, 1975

Nov 2, 1975

Nov 23, 1975

Nov 30, 1975

Dec 7, 1975

Dec 14, 1975

A celebration of the novelist, who was born 200 years ago.

Dec 21, 1975

Dec 21, 1975

Jan 15, 1976

Jan 22, 1976

Jan 29, 1976

Feb 5, 1976

An Arts Documentary about the Composer Gyorgy Ligeti whose music became popular after having been used in Kubrick's 2001

Feb 12, 1976

Feb 19, 1976

Feb 26, 1976

Mar 4, 1976

Mar 11, 1976

Mar 18, 1976

Mar 25, 1976

Apr 1, 1976

Apr 8, 1976

May 13, 1976

May 27, 1976

Jun 3, 1976

Jun 10, 1976

Jun 17, 1976

Jun 24, 1976

Dancer, choreographer, director and father of the 'new' American musical of the 1940s. He talks to Gavin Millar about his early life, the struggles to become a dancer and the great days at MGM when a new form of 'cinema-dance' was invented

Jul 1, 1976

An account of the events that led up to the American War of Independence from Britain, filmed in the locations where they took place.

Jul 8, 1976

Oct 21, 1976

Oct 28, 1976

Nov 3, 1976

Nov 11, 1976

Nov 11, 1976

Nov 25, 1976

Dec 2, 1976

Dec 5, 1976

Dec 9, 1976

Dec 16, 1976

Various artists and musicians at work, and performing, throughout a day in the SoHo district of New York City.

Dec 23, 1976

Dec 29, 1976

Jan 3, 1977

Jan 13, 1977

Jan 20, 1977

Jan 27, 1977

Feb 3, 1977

Feb 10, 1977

Feb 17, 1977

Feb 24, 1977

Mar 3, 1977

A fun documentary in which Organist Robin Richmond demonstrates the power, and tells the history, of Cinema Organs. The film was shown as part of an Omnibus programme on Nostalgia

Mar 10, 1977

Mar 17, 1977

Mar 24, 1977

Mar 31, 1977

Apr 7, 1977

Apr 14, 1977

Apr 21, 1977

Apr 28, 1977

May 5, 1977

May 12, 1977

Introduced by Humphrey Burton the Stan Kenton Band perform Jazz classics. Stan Kenton, Shelly Manne and Bud Shank are interviewed.

May 26, 1977

Jun 2, 1977

Jun 9, 1977

Jun 23, 1977

Jun 30, 1977

Jul 7, 1977

Jul 14, 1977

Oct 13, 1977

'Gagaku' is the ancient Court music of Japan. In this film dancers and musicians discuss and demonstrate the traditional movements, styles and the sounds of an art culture little known in the West. Master players of the Sho and Kyoto demonstrate the special meaning of performance techniques.

Oct 20, 1977

Oct 27, 1977

Nov 3, 1977

Nov 10, 1977

Nov 17, 1977

Nov 24, 1977

Dec 1, 1977

Dec 8, 1977

Jan 12, 1978

Jan 19, 1978

Feb 2, 1978

Feb 2, 1978

Feb 9, 1978

Feb 16, 1978

Feb 23, 1978

Aug 2, 1978

Edward Kienholz was an American artist known for his found-object assemblages and installations he referred to as tableauxs. In one of his most controversial works, The State Hospital (1966), Kienholz provided a grisly account.

Aug 9, 1978

Aug 16, 1978

Aug 30, 1978

Oct 12, 1978

John Peel Interviews The Mekons, Sham 69, Alternative TV, The Slits, and UK Subs.

Oct 19, 1978

Oct 26, 1978

Nov 2, 1978

A look at "Gonzo journalist", Hunter S. Thompson with his collaborator, British illustrator, Ralph Steadman.

Dec 27, 1978

Nov 23, 1978

Nov 30, 1978

Dec 7, 1978

Dec 21, 1978

A look at stand-up comediennes.

Feb 8, 1979

Feb 5, 1979

Feb 22, 1979

Mar 15, 1979

TV documentary about a packed and unpredictable year in the life of 25 year-old artist in stained-glass, Brian Clarke.

Mar 29, 1979

May 10, 1979

May 17, 1979

May 24, 1979

Documentary on the widow of Kurt Weill, the legendary actress and singer Lotte Lenya.

May 30, 1979

Jun 7, 1979

Jun 14, 1979

Jun 21, 1979

Jun 27, 1979

Dec 23, 1979

Jan 15, 1980

Jan 29, 1980

Feb 5, 1980

Feb 26, 1980

Mar 4, 1980

Mar 11, 1980

Mar 18, 1980

Mar 25, 1980

Apr 1, 1980

Apr 8, 1980

Apr 22, 1980

May 8, 1980

May 15, 1980

Jan 13, 1981

Jan 20, 1981

Jan 27, 1981

Feb 3, 1981

Feb 10, 1981

Feb 24, 1981

Mar 3, 1981

Mar 17, 1981

Mar 24, 1981

Mar 31, 1981

Apr 7, 1981

Documentary which looks at the history of the English Stage Company and its base, the Royal Court Theatre in London. Past triumphs and failures are reviewed with the aid of Sir John Gielgud, John Osborne, Max Stafford-Clark, Arnold Wesker, Dennis Waterman, Oscar Lewenstein, Nigel Williams and E.A. Whitehead.

Apr 14, 1981

Apr 21, 1981

Jun 2, 1981

Jan 10, 1982

Jan 17, 1982

Jan 24, 1982

Jan 31, 1982

Feb 7, 1982

Feb 14, 1982

Feb 21, 1982

Feb 28, 1982

Mar 7, 1982

Mar 14, 1982

Mar 21, 1982

Mar 28, 1982

Apr 4, 1982

Apr 18, 1982

May 2, 1982

May 9, 1982

May 16, 1982

Oct 10, 1982

Oct 17, 1982

Oct 24, 1982

Oct 31, 1982

Nov 7, 1982

Nov 14, 1982

Nov 21, 1982

Nov 28, 1982

Dec 5, 1982

Dec 12, 1982

Dec 19, 1982

Jan 16, 1983

Jan 23, 1983

Jan 30, 1983

Feb 6, 1983

Feb 13, 1983

Feb 20, 1983

Feb 27, 1983

Mar 6, 1983

Mar 13, 1983

Mar 27, 1983

Apr 3, 1983

Apr 10, 1983

Oct 16, 1983

Oct 23, 1983

Oct 30, 1983

Nov 6, 1983

Nov 13, 1983

Nov 20, 1983

Tonight Omnibus features two artists separated by more than 60 years. The first is the 14-year-old Greek pianist, Dimitris Sgouros. Already a renowned performer on the international stage, this child prodigy has been compared to Mozart. What is it like to have so much talent so young and what pressures must this boy prodigy endure? The second artist is the painter Eileen Agar. Once described as the 'darling of the Surrealists' she talks tonight about her life and work, recalling the holiday with Picasso, and friendships with Ezra Pound and Evelyn Waugh.

Nov 27, 1983

Dec 11, 1983

Dec 18, 1983

Dec 27, 1983

Jun 24, 1984

Jul 1, 1984

Jul 8, 1984

Jul 15, 1984

The sound of Muzak, investigates the background music that we always hear but to which we never listen. Featuring Alan Freeman , Neil Innes (with robots), Brian Eno, Joseph Cooper (at the dummy keyboard) and the music critics of the Bristol Babies Forum. Also in this programme, 22 year old British dancer Michael Clark's work that he and his newly-formed company are preparing for their launch in London and the Edinburgh Festival.

Jul 22, 1984

Jul 29, 1984

Sep 16, 1984

Sep 23, 1984

Sep 30, 1984

Oct 7, 1984

Oct 14, 1984

Oct 21, 1984

Oct 28, 1984

Nov 4, 1984

Nov 11, 1984

Nov 18, 1984

Apr 26, 1985

May 3, 1985

May 10, 1985

May 17, 1985

May 24, 1985

May 31, 1985

Jun 7, 1985

Jun 14, 1985

Jun 21, 1985

Jul 12, 1985

Jul 19, 1985

Jul 26, 1985

Aug 2, 1985

Aug 9, 1985

Aug 16, 1985

Jul 23, 1985

Aug 30, 1985

Sep 6, 1985

Sep 13, 1985

Apr 11, 1986

Apr 18, 1986

Apr 25, 1986