First Contact

BAFTA-winning art critic Matthew Collings traces the rebellious rise of Impressionism as seen through the work of Cézanne, Courbet, and Monet.

20th-century realism meets the Dutch Golden Age as Hopper and Vermeer transcend time to explore solitude.

Celebrate 200 years of art and passion as curators, critics, and even royalty discuss their favorite paintings on view at London's National Gallery.

Titian’s ''Love, Desire, and Death'' unite after 450 years in London's National Gallery.

Angelin Preljocaj's themes of love, war and labour are enriched with a dance vocabulary oriented towards physicality and sensuality.

From the Romans to the Unions, a fresh perspective on British history is uncovered in the landmark series "Art That Made Us."

200 years ago, an Old Master discovered new themes in North Africa that would inspire his greatest work.

This revealing documentary uncovers the enigmatic life and artistic journey of American painter Edward Hopper, exploring how his personal experiences shaped his art.

Enter Frida Kahlo's "The Blue House," where Pablo Picasso, Leon Trotsky, and wild nights lit up Mexico City with art, love, and revolution.

Simon Schama investigates Rembrandt's fall from glittering success, using his paintings as clues into the artist's life.

From ballet to butoh, Beyoncé to Gaga, experience the cultural fluidity of a visionary choreographer who refuses to be boxed.

Before Picasso, there was Pablo Ruiz. Young, fearless, and about to change art forever.

William Shakespeare’s Sonnets are among the most beautiful and most fascinating poems ever written.