Paul Robeson
In Search of Paul Robeson
Paul Robeson was a the son of a slave who rose to great heights as an actor and singer in the 30's and 40's. His velvety bass voice earned him roles in films and the musical Show Boat. Off stage he… Video, Audio
Old Man River
The life and songs of heroic political activist Paul Robeson, with emerging UK black actor/writer Tayo Aluko, his production Call Mr Robeson toured New Zealand earlier this year. Audio
Playing Favourites with Tayo Aluko
Nigerian-born, UK-based writer and performer of Call Mr Robeson: a Life with Songs, based on the musical career and political activism of the US singer Paul Robeson.
You can also listen to a 1998… Audio
Progress, Patriotism & Protest - Part 3
The third of three programmes in which Matthew Crawford navigates the turbulent confluence of music and politics in 20th century America. Bob Dylan declares that the times are a-changin' - but to… Audio
Spectrum: Remembering Paul Robeson
Paul Robeson (1898-1976) achieved fame as a singer, actor and political activist. His tour to Australia and New Zealand in 1960 delighted his admirers here. World-famous as a singer and actor in the… Audio